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Durand Johnson to leave Pitt men’s basketball program

By Chris Puzia / Sports Editor • April 14, 2015

Pitt announced on Tuesday that redshirt junior Durand Johnson would not be a member of the men's basketball program moving forward.“We wish Durand only the best in his future pursuits and will try to...

Johnson continues rehabilitation for upcoming season

By Jeremy Tepper / Staff Writer • November 3, 2014

This story is a continuation of a story published on Monday. Read part one here.After he tore his ACL on Jan. 11, Durand Johnson’s spirits were low. But encouraging words from his family and friends...

Road to recovery: Durand Johnson returns to court after major injury

By Jeremy Tepper / Staff Writer • November 2, 2014

As the younger brother of a highly successful athlete, Durand Johnson always felt pressure to keep up with his sibling. After seeing his brother, Derrell Johnson, sign with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted...

Welcome Back: Yearning to play, Johnson nears return from ACL injury

By Ryan Bertonaschi / Senior Staff Writer • August 19, 2014

Durand Johnson penetrated the right side of the lane, heaved a running jumper, got fouled and landed awkwardly on his right leg. He cringed for a minute, clutching his knee on the floor, then stood up...