MEECHIE JOHNSON NEWS

Absent vs. Valparaiso Johnson (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's game against Valparaiso.

Impact Losing Johnson represents a huge blow for the Buckeyes, as the 6-foot-2 junior has been a reliable offensive weapon for the team. He's started in each of his 10 appearances while averaging 9.1 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game. With Johnson out, expect either John Mobley or Evan Mahaffey to start at shooting guard since Ques Glover (ankle) is out as well.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 against Campbell Johnson ended with 12 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 22 minutes during Friday's 104-60 win over Campbell.

Impact Johnson has been a productive addition to the Buckeyes squad after transferring in from South Carolina, averaging 9.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.2 steals on 25.4 minutes per game. The 6-foot-2 junior has shot the ball well from outside this season, converting on 39.3 percent of his attempts from deep to kick off the 2024-25 season (5.6 attempts per game).

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 against the Penguins Johnson finished with 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Monday's 81-47 victory over Youngstown State.

Impact Johnson converted on 3-of-5 looks from deep, closing with 11 points on seven shots during Monday's win over Youngstown State. The 6-foot-2 senior, who transferred in from South Carolina after opting to forgo opportunities at the professional level, has yet to firmly establish himself with his new team.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Making sense of Ohio State adding Meechie Johnson from the transfer portal The story is fun, but success isn't predetermined.

APRIL 5 • 247SPORTS.COM

With Meechie Johnson back at OSU, Diebler working to land his cousin Marcus Johnson On Tuesday, Meechie Johnson announced his return to the Ohio State men's basketball program. New head coach Jake Diebler has also been worki...

APRIL 3 • 247SPORTS.COM

Former Gamecock Meechie Johnson announces new college home He’ll return to where his college career started after two years in Columbia.

APRIL 2 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Kentucky reaches out to South Carolina transfer guard Meechie Johnson, per report Johnson was a second-team All-SEC selection this past season.

APRIL 1 • 247SPORTS.COM

South Carolina men's basketball leading scorer Johnson to enter transfer portal

South Carolina leading scorer Meechie Johnson is entering the transfer portal, less than a week after the Gamecocks' first NCAA Tournament appearance in seven years

MARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Entering portal, considering draft Johnson is entering the NCAA's transfer portal and considering the 2024 NBA Draft, according to Joe Tipton of On3.com.

Impact Johnson's portal entry takes priority, giving top colleges an opportunity to send commitment offers his way. He recently helped South Carolina's 2023-24 team last the SEC Conference and advance into March Madness as a No. 6 seed. While the Tipton article does not say that Johnson declared for professional prospects, he is considering them, an avenue that could prevail if they entice him well enough to forgo collegiate eligibility.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

What USC basketball's Meechie Johnson said about his future Johnson, a guard who leaves the Gamecocks in scoring, has a fifth year of eligibility ... if he wants to use it.

MARCH 5 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

What USC basketball's Meechie Johnson said about his future Johnson, a guard who leaves the Gamecocks in scoring, has a fifth year of eligibility ... if he wants to use it.

MARCH 5 • MYRTLEBEACHONLINE.COM

Johnson leads No. 17 South Carolina against No. 4 Tennessee after 25-point game

No. 17 South Carolina hosts the No. 4 Tennessee Volunteers after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 25 points in South Carolina's 82-76 victory against the Florida Gators

MARCH 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Johnson earns SEC, national recognition Guard Meechie Johnson had a big week.

MARCH 4 • 247SPORTS.COM

Johnson's stellar second half key to Gamecocks' victory South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson's strong second help his team secure the win over Florida on Saturday afternoon.

MARCH 2 • 247SPORTS.COM

Meechie Johnson, No. 18 South Carolina jolt No. 24 Florida Meechie Johnson scored 25 points to help No.18 South Carolina rally to an 82-76 victory over No.24 Florida in a Southeastern Conference game...

MARCH 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Johnson's 3-pointer lifts No. 18 South Carolina to 82-76 comeback victory over No. 24 Florida

Meechie Johnson scored 25 points including a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 43.4 seconds to play as No. 18 South Carolina rallied for an 82-76 victory over No. 24 Florida

MARCH 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Johnson talks working through shooting struggles, conversation with CJ McCollum South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson detailed a conversation he had with CJ McCollum as he works through some recent shooting struggles.

FEBRUARY 2 • 247SPORTS.COM

Impresses in win Johnson chipped in 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 79-62 victory over Kentucky.

Impact The junior continues to impress as he scored 14 points including a far three-point shot to put the dagger into Tuesday's win over Kentucky. Johnson has been one of the conference's best guards and is currently averaging 16.6 points per game. Expect Johnson to continue to be the primary scorer for South Carolina as conference play goes on.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson named to Lute Olson Award mid-season watch list South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson was named to the Lute Olson Award midseason watch list on Wednesday.

JANUARY 10 • 247SPORTS.COM

USC's impressive SEC opener raises the ceiling on the back of Meechie Johnson Fans chanted Johnson’s name in the final moments against Mississippi State. It’s fitting, considering how impactful the guard has become.

JANUARY 7 • THESTATE.COM

Johnson's stellar performance helps lead Gamecocks to victory South Carolina guard Meechie Johnson continues his strong season with a stellar performance against Mississippi State.

JANUARY 6 • 247SPORTS.COM

Meechie Johnson helps South Carolina hold off Mississippi State, 68-62 in SEC opener

Meechie Johnson had a clutch steal and hit four free throws in the final seconds to allow South Carolina to hold off Mississippi State 68-62 in the Southeastern Conference opener f...

JANUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Meechie Johnson, South Carolina too strong for Mississippi State Meechie Johnson scored 24 points as South Carolina defeated visiting Mississippi State 68-62 in the Southeastern Conference opener for both...

JANUARY 6 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Won't play Friday Johnson is out for Friday's game versus Elon due to a right knee injury and is considered day-to-day moving forward.

Impact Johnson will miss his first game of the season Friday due to a right knee injury. Jacobi Wright will start in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is against Florida A&M on Dec. 30.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson leads South Carolina against Elon after 20-point game

South Carolina faces the Elon Phoenix after Meechie Johnson Jr. scored 20 points in South Carolina's 72-62 win over the Winthrop Eagles

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS