Dallas native Tre Johnson, a highly touted prospect from the University of Texas, has made his mark on the professional basketball world by being selected as the No. 6 overall pick in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. The Washington Wizards secured the 19-year-old guard, adding a significant scoring threat to their backcourt as they look to rebuild their roster and aim for future playoff contention.

Johnson's journey to the NBA Draft lottery pick involved a standout freshman season with the Texas Longhorns. Standing at 6'6", he quickly established himself as one of college basketball's most prolific shooters and scorers. During his single season at Texas, Johnson averaged an impressive 19.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. He demonstrated exceptional shooting efficiency, hitting 42.7 percent from the field and 39.7 percent from beyond the arc. His performance earned him the title of SEC Freshman of the Year and a spot on the All-SEC Second Team, tying for 13th nationally in scoring average and leading all SEC freshmen.

Before his collegiate success, Johnson starred at Lake Highlands High School in Dallas, where his former coach, Joe Duffield, described him as a "50, 40, 90 guy"—meaning he shot 50% from the field, 40% from three-point range, and 90% from the free-throw line. Duffield, along with Johnson's parents, attended the draft in Brooklyn, expressing immense pride in his journey. Draft analysts consistently rated Johnson as one of the most talented scorers and shooters in the 2025 class, praising his blend of size, shooting touch, scoring versatility, and ability to create his own shot. Scouts believe his work ethic and offensive polish will translate well to the professional game.

The draft night held special significance for Johnson and his family, particularly his father, Richard Johnson. Richard, a former college basketball player at Baylor and Midwestern State, where he scored over 1,000 points and is now in the school's Athletics Hall of Honor, shared a poignant moment with his son. During a post-selection interview, Richard initially misstated how long he had dreamt of this moment for Tre, humorously corrected by his son. Tre acknowledged his father's constant support, stating, "He's been here the whole way. It's like we're both getting drafted right now."

Wizards general manager Will Dawkins highlighted Johnson's high upside and potential for immediate impact as key factors in the selection, particularly as the franchise seeks a long-term backcourt cornerstone following Bradley Beal's departure. Johnson is expected to join a revamped Wizards roster and could benefit from the mentorship of veteran guard CJ McCollum, acquired in a recent trade. While Johnson brings an immediate scoring threat to Washington, the development of other aspects of his game, such as playmaking and defense, will be crucial in determining his ultimate ceiling as an NBA professional.