I agree. Johnson has range to 3 with the ability to finish high above the rim. As with any rookie his defense isnt very good, but with some added weight and conditioning I feel he could be a surprise for this team. Canaan is a nice player, but he doesnt have the physical tools that Johnson has.
A hardened/Johnson is something I believe will push our backcourt further. Johnson should watch film to work on his positis
At the NBA trade deadline, other teams will most likely be evaluating one another as potential partners. We're fortunate to have a Johnson to dangle out there.
McHale also started an undrafted rookie in Tarik Black over the veteran Joey Dorsey. I really don't know where the myth that McHale doesn't play rookies comes from.
I've seen Johnson play all 3 slots, so extended minutes at the 2 slot shouldn't be a problem. Where he lacks in size he makes up for with strength and athleticism, I just wish McHale would give him a chance to bust out. I'm sure Johnson is dying get out there and do what he does best -- elevate and play hard. Given the chance, before we know it, our Johnson will have a compilation of facials all over the internet.
It's obvious at this point that Johnson doesn't measure up. However, once he learns to play with more patience and shoots at the right time, there will be no stopping him.
Give Terry a sabbatical until the trade deadline and run with Cannan/Johnson see what we got. Rough outing for the C-Ball but man he was fire earlier.