In a surprising turn of events, Cam Johnson found his weekend plans in Phoenix shattered when he became part of the blockbuster trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns in February. Johnson shared his disappointment on the “Run To Race” podcast, highlighting the meticulous planning he had made for a spectacular weekend in Phoenix.
“We had a back-to-back vs Atlanta and Indiana, and then we had the weekend, we had three days off maybe. The Waste Management was open, SuperBowl, it was about to be a fire weekend, to be in Phoenix all weekend,” expressed Cam Johnson. “I had my weekend planned out by the hour. I had people coming in. I had my weekend planned out by the hour, each day… I had appearances lined up, going to the golf tournament, at this hour, Super Bowl stuff lined up. I thought (to go to the Super Bowl). Gone. Gone.”
Despite the initial disappointment, Johnson transitioned to the Brooklyn Nets and made a notable impact on the court. In 25 games with the Nets, he showcased his versatility, averaging 16.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. The Nets secured a postseason spot, but their journey ended abruptly with a sweep by the Philadelphia 76ers.
Fast forward to the current season, Cam Johnson returned to the Nets’ lineup after overcoming a left leg injury. In their recent game against the Boston Celtics, he acknowledged the team’s struggle to build chemistry, emphasizing the need for time to elevate their game. The loss to the Celtics highlighted challenges in playing with pace, with Johnson pointing out areas for improvement, including facing set defenses and handling the press.
“It’s (playing with pace) something that we can do, that press slowed us down a little bit, you know? We’re also all scrambling, crashing back for rebounds that, you know, getting the ball out of the net, facing a set defense, facing the presses, things that’ll slow you down,” commented Cam Johnson.
As the Nets navigate through early-season challenges, Cam Johnson’s journey from disrupted weekend plans in Phoenix to contributing to the Nets’ chemistry emphasizes the unpredictable nature of NBA trades. The Brooklyn Nets, currently at 4-5, look to find their rhythm and cohesion in upcoming games, and Johnson remains optimistic about the work in progress.
Comments