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| HT/WT: 6-10, 250 lbs |
| Birthplace: Riverdale, IL |
| Age: 20 |
| School: Michigan |
| Experience: R |
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1:39Summer League Preview: Lendeborg vs Johnson Jr.
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1:46Morez Johnson Jr. Follows HC Dusty May to Dallas
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1:202026 NBA Draft Round 1 Winners: Gary Parrish's Picks
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1:36Mavericks Draft Michigan's Morez Johnson Jr. 9th Overall
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1:28NBA Draft Grades: Mavericks Select Morez Johnson Jr. No. 9 Overall
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1:55NBA Draft Big Men: Four/Fives
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8:55Post NBA Draft Combine Big Board Breakdown
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1:01Morez Johnson Jr. Is Michigan's 3rd Projected 1st-Round NBA Draft Pick
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26:48Gary Parrish Releases Post-Lottery NBA Mock Draft
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1:53Michigan's Plan To Replace Yaxel Lendeborg, Morez Johnson Jr.
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1:53Michigan Wins the Natty - Player of the Game (Presented by Belfor)
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1:34Reasons Michigan Can Win The National Title: Best Frontcourt Trio in College Basketball
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7:39Going The Distance: From The Tournament To The NBA Draft
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4:08Why Michigan's Big Three May Be Best Of All Time
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1:18Cooper Flagg Taking Big Step In Year 2
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10:05Liberty Coaching Search: What qualities should their next head coach have? | WNTTN
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29:31Liberty Fire Chris DeMarco After One Season | WNTTN
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1:12Thunder Aiming to Overcome Early Injury Woes
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1:51Knicks Start Season 0-3: Time to Panic?
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1:46Should Bam Adebayo Be the Scapegoat for the Heat?
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| Regular Season | 17.0 | 7.6 | 51.8 | 5.1 | 1.3 |
Top Morez Johnson Jr. News
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Probable for Thursday
Johnson (shin) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against Minnesota.
Johnson is expected to return from a one-game absence due to a left shin contusion. The rookie's return would leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Santi Aldama and Caleb Martin.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Sitting out Monday
Johnson (leg) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Johnson will miss his first game of the 2026-27 campaign after tallying four points, nine rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes in the first half of a back-to-back set Sunday against Brooklyn. His absence could open up more minutes for Santi Aldama and Moussa Cisse behind starting center Daniel Gafford.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Listed as questionable
Johnson (leg) is questionable for Monday's game against Indiana.
The rookie forward is in jeopardy of sitting out the second leg of this back-to-back set. Naji Marshall and Zaccharie Risacher stand to benefit if Johnson is unable to suit up Monday.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Dominates glass in win Friday
Johnson notched 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 24 minutes in Friday's 112-100 win over the Jazz.
Johnson delivered his first career double-double, dominating the glass with 10 offensive rebounds while matching his season high in points. His impressive rebounding production came despite a relatively modest workload, highlighting his potential as an interior contributor. Johnson's fantasy appeal continues to grow, and he could be in line for an expanded role in Dallas' frontcourt as the season progresses. He has scored in double figures in three of his last five games, averaging 9.2 points and 6.0 boards per game over that stretch.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Settling into NBA action
Johnson posted 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists over 18 minutes during Wednesday's 120-96 victory over the Thunder.
The Mavericks continue to bring the rookie first-rounder along slowly after Johnson missed the start of training camp. Until his restrictions are loosened, Johnson's fantasy upside will remain capped.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Available with restrictions
Johnson (lower leg) is available for Saturday's game against the Spurs but will play on a minutes restriction, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.
Johnson will be available to play Saturday, and while he's recovered from his lower-leg injury, his minutes restriction means the Mavericks are being cautious with the rookie. Johnson has played in Dallas' first two games this season, logging 14 minutes against Houston and 17 against the Pacers while averaging 7.0 points and 4.5 rebounds per contest.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Upgraded to probable
Johnson (shin) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
Johnson was initially listed as questionable but is now trending in the right direction ahead of tipoff. If he's cleared to suit up, the rookie would likely see increased playing time due to the Mavericks being extremely shorthanded in the second leg of this back-to-back set.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Questionable to face San Antonio
Johnson (shin) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
Johnson is in jeopardy of missing the second leg of this back-to-back set due to right shin splints. If the rookie forward is unable to suit up, Naji Marshall, P.J. Washington and Tobi Lawal would be candidates to see a bump in minutes.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Not listed on injury report
Johnson (rest) is not on the injury report for Friday's exhibition against the Hawks.
Johnson received a maintenance day and sat out Wednesday's exhibition, but he'll be back in action for the Mavs' final preseason game. This will be his second preseason appearance, and it will be interesting to see how much playing time he earns after logging just 12 minutes in his first exhibition game.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Out Wednesday
Johnson (rest) won't play Wednesday against the Pelicans, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
The rookie first-rounder missed the start of training camp with leg soreness, so Dallas is taking a cautious approach. Johnson could return for Friday's preseason finale against the Hawks.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Resting Sunday
Johnson (rest) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Rockets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Johnson started at center during his Mavericks preseason debut, totaling four points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 12 minutes during Friday's 135-117 loss to the Rockets. The rookie has been dealing with a minor lower-leg injury during training camp, so the Mavericks will likely proceed with caution, but it appears he's slated for a major role right away.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Modest production as starter
Johnson totaled four points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 12 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason loss to the Rockets.
With Dereck Lively (foot), Santi Aldama (knee) and P.J. Washington (ankle) all sidelined, Johnson started at center in a small-ball lineup with Cooper Flagg, Max Christie, Naji Marshall and Zaccharie Risacher, as Daniel Gafford operated off the bench. The rookie ended up playing only 12 minutes, but his limited action might've been precautionary, as he's been dealing with a minor lower-leg injury during training camp. While not an eye-popping box score, Johnson being thrust into the starting lineup during his first non-Summer League NBA action is encouraging for his short- and long-term fantasy value.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Expected to play Friday
Johnson (lower leg) is expected to play in Friday's preseason opener against Houston, per Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News.
Johnson has been limited at camp due to lower-leg soreness, but the issue shouldn't stop him from making his professional debut Friday. The rookie big man is competing with Santi Aldama for a key bench role for the Mavericks.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Dealing with lower-leg soreness
Head coach Dusty May said Wednesday that Johnson has been limited in training camp due to lower-leg soreness, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.
The Mavericks have been managing Johnson's workload ahead of his rookie season, with May noting that the 20-year-old participated in every other live session Wednesday. Additionally, May said Monday that the power forward was getting close to practicing in full. Still, the Michigan product's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Dallas' preseason opener against the Rockets on Friday, Oct. 9.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: Not yet practicing in full
Johnson (undisclosed) has been limited during training camp thus far, though head coach Dusty May said Monday that he's working his way back and getting close to practicing in full, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
It's unclear what Johnson is dealing with, though the issue doesn't appear to be a long-term concern. Still, the 20-year-old's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Dallas' preseason opener against Houston on Friday, Oct. 9. The No. 9 overall pick in this year's draft, Johnson is fresh off winning a national championship at Michigan, where he averaged 13.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.7 steals in 25.1 minutes per game in 40 outings.
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Mavericks' Morez Johnson: To compete for immediate role
Johnson enters his rookie campaign after Dallas selected him ninth overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
The 6-foot-9 forward showcased his upside during Summer League, including a 27-point, eight-rebound performance against Golden State and a four-block outing against the Lakers. Dallas' crowded frontcourt may prevent Johnson from immediately seeing major minutes, but his rebounding, defensive versatility and athleticism make him one of the Mavericks' most intriguing long-term prospects.
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