Cameron Johnson isn’t thinking about the future. There is a high possibility the Nets will move him down the road, if the season goes as most experts believe it will. For now, he’s focused on making the most out of this situation. “I’ve been able to feel comfortable in what’s going on,” the sharpshooting 6-foot-8 wing said. “And even with the uncertainty, it’s not like an uncertainty where I don’t think that our staff here, our front office here, has a lack of trust in me. So I feel confident in this group. I feel confident going forward. And I’m going to compete for this team. And it’s not even on my mind, really. “I mean, there’s tons and tons and tons of basketball to be played here.”
Source: New York Post
Source: New York Post
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“So much better, so much better,” Johnson said, when asked to compare how he feels now compared to last season at this time. “Especially at this point in the season when what we’re trying to do is build our base and build our endurance up and get those game reps. “I kind of came into last season a couple of workouts back before that Cleveland opener, and then you’re fighting an uphill battle. So to get out there and get through this preseason, obviously a couple of high-minutes games, and to kind of build that momentum is really important, especially shooting the ball. So I’m really glad that I’ve been able to play a lot this preseason.” -via New York Post / October 20, 2024
Erik Slater: Sean Marks on his dialogue with Cam Johnson about his future with the team: “Cam and I had multiple conversations… He’s a true professional, I can be very open with him… He said, ‘Whatever role there is, whatever you want me to do, I’ll do it.’ That’s where it lies. None of -via Twitter @erikslater_ / September 26, 2024
NBA personnel who spoke with The Post said the Nets have had consistently high trade demands for Johnson, which would explain his continued presence on the roster. Asked earlier this offseason how he fits into the new plans of GM Sean Marks, Johnson answered, “Still trying to figure it out. Still trying to figure it out.” -via New York Post / September 7, 2024