Carson Johnson stars as Denver Pioneers face challenges in WCC opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 5:08 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Carson Johnson scored 27 points as the Denver Pioneers lost to Wisconsin, 75-68, on November 2, 2026. The Pioneers are competing in their inaugural season in the West Coast Conference after previously finishing fourth in the Summit League. Johnson's return follows a successful first season where he earned Summit League Player of the Year honors. Despite preseason predictions ranking Denver last in the WCC, Johnson aims to prove critics wrong with his team's performance. The Pioneers look to rebound as they continue non-conference play.
- •Carson Johnson scored 27 points in season opener at Wisconsin.
- •Denver lost to Wisconsin, 75-68, at Kohl Center.
- •The Pioneers are now in the West Coast Conference.
- •Johnson won Summit League Player of the Year last season.
- •Denver was ranked last in WCC's preseason poll.
- 5:08 PMYahoo Sports — Carson Johnson faces new challenges with Denver as the Pioneers prepare for WCC
"The Summit League’s POY is back for a second season as the programs embarks on a new journey
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