Joseph Lewis III / TNC
Joseph Lewis III (formerly known widely by his basketball nickname, Trey Lewis) views his Christian faith as the ultimate turning point that transformed his identity from an athletic performer into a purpose-driven believer.
After a successful career playing Division I college hoops for teams like the University of Louisville and moving on to professional leagues overseas and the NBA G League and Utah Jazz, he experienced a profound spiritual shift.
The Shift from "Trey" to "Joseph"
* A Leap of Faith: He actively transitioned away from the nickname "Trey"—the persona under which he built his basketball accolades—to go by his legal birth name, Joseph Lewis III. He described this step as a direct act of obedience to God's guidance.
* Performance to Purpose: Lewis has openly shared that his faith helped him step away from trying to constantly prove himself in the sports world to instead focus on winning souls and serving eternity.
Musical and Ministry Work
Operating under the artist name "Just Joseph," he funnels his faith into Christian Hip Hop (CHH) and active ministry. His major faith-centric projects include:
- The debut CHH mixtape Through the Storm (2020)
- The collaborative Christian album Spiritual Warfare (2022)
- Publishing his first faith-and-mindset book, Peace To Perform (2023)
- Leading mission trips across Africa and the Philippines, Origins Basketball (current)
He is currently a prominent, highly active competitor in The Next Chapter (TNC) 1v1 basketball circuit. He is utilizing the popular online streetball platform to test his skills against top creators and independent players.He approaches the circuit with a distinct mindset, openly stating that past professional accolades do not automatically translate to the unique intensity of the 1v1 format. Instead, he leans on his elite shooting range and speed to dominate on the court.
