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Joe Johnson Coming to Utah

I think I'm a fan of this, so long as he doesn't always start ahead of Rodney. I'm pretty sure he'll know his role though.

Man our bench offence just got so much better. Maybe he plays the 3 next to Alec?
 
There were a number of needs that the Jazz demonstrated last year:

1. Consistent 3-point shooting
2. Veteran leadership (especially in late-game situations)
3. Go-to scorer during times of scoring droughts

I believe that Johnson checks off most of these needs to an extent. Actually, George Hill does, too. I actually liked trading away the draft pick for Hill; the last thing that the Jazz need is to get younger. They definitely need some additional experience. Not flashy, but overall, great offseason for the Jazz so far. Not to mention, hopefully, Exum and Burks can come back healthy and improved. Jazz and Wolves are going to the be class of the West in the next couple years.
 
dalamon said:
I think I'm a fan of this, so long as he doesn't always start ahead of Rodney. I'm pretty sure he'll know his role though.

Man our bench offence just got so much better. Maybe he plays the 3 next to Alec?
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Only reason I would be disappointed with him starting over Hood is because Hood hasn't improved much. The best player should start, I hope that is Hood though.
 
Part of me is worried we are getting a good player just past his prime like with Raja Bell and Josh Howard. Guys I would have loved on the Jazz 3-4 years before they came. Hopefully he still has a little left in the tank. I was never as big of a fan of Johnson as a #1 or #2 option earlier in his career, but he's got a lot of talent. Has enough size to play the 4, and has/(had?) enough athleticism to play SG. Great fit if he comes in with the right attitude to mentor some of these guys. Is a career 37 % 3pt shooter. Could be higher as he probably won't be asked to create his own offense so much. I like the signing, especially with a 2 year deal.

How good of a defender was he last year? Is that something we need to worry about?
 
Cappy_Smurf said:
Seriously though, can't wait to hear the takes of the chronic complainers.
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Well, surprise. I like the signing. Like the number of years. Decent price, too. Sends a message to current teammates and agents that Jazz are going to be wise with their money.

Johnson shot 44%/38% last year. He's no longer an all-star but can still be a scorer when needed. I assume he'll come off the bench, but he's capable of starting if Hood goes down. Certainly an upgrade over Johnson or Jingles.

Lindsey surprised me with this signing.
 
I havent read thru all these but I like this signing a lot...Joe Johnson isn't elite any more but he is a solid smart vet that can help us close games out, this is a great signing, two years is good and the money really isnt all that much.
We really needed a good vet and we got him
 
dalamon said:
I think I'm a fan of this, so long as he doesn't always start ahead of Rodney. I'm pretty sure he'll know his role though.

Man our bench offence just got so much better. Maybe he plays the 3 next to Alec?
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I'd be shocked if he started. Not happening (barring injuries, of course).
 
Stifle Tower said:
Well, surprise. I like the signing. Like the number of years. Decent price, too. Sends a message to current teammates and agents that Jazz are going to be wise with their money.

Johnson shot 44%/38% last year. He's no longer an all-star but can still be a scorer when needed. I assume he'll come off the bench, but he's capable of starting if Hood goes down. Certainly an upgrade over Johnson or Jingles.

Lindsey surprised me with this signing.
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Wow. If Stifle can't find anything to bitch about I'm not sure anyone will be able to.
 
Awesome pickup.

I'd love to get a 3 pt bombing big. Is Ryan Anderson available?
 
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