Xavier Trent Johnson

Xavier Trent Johnson (born March 1, 2000) is an American professional basketball player known for his court vision, playmaking abilities, and defensive intensity. Raised in Virginia, Johnson attended Episcopal High School before beginning his collegiate career at George Mason University in 2019. After three seasons with the Patriots, he transferred to Southern Illinois University, where he developed into one of the Missouri Valley Conference's standout guards. During his final college season in 2023/24, Johnson averaged an impressive 22.2 points, 6.1 assists, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game, establishing himself as a dynamic scorer and playmaker. Johnson began his professional career in Europe in 2024, joining Gipuzkoa Basket in Spain's second division. Following a spell with Orléans Loiret Basket in France, he signed with the HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim in January 2026. Wearing jersey number 12, Johnson brought leadership, creativity, and defensive energy to the Merlins during their 40th anniversary season. He appeared in 21 games for Crailsheim, averaging 10.1 points and 5.0 assists per game in Germany's ProA. Following the 2025/26 campaign, Johnson continued his professional career with USK Praha in the Czech Republic. His time in Crailsheim holds special significance for PhotoMatchForensics.com, which preserves an authentic game-worn Xavier Johnson jersey from the club's commemorative **40 Years Merlins Edition**, generously donated directly by the HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim.