Johnson declared early for the NBA Draft after two excellent seasons at Arkansas where he was named All-SEC for both of his seasons. Johnson has improved his scoring average from season-to-season in his career thus far and is one of the more underrated players in the league today. He is arguably the best player on the Hawks roster and recently was named an NBA All-Star.
Name: Joe Marcus Johnson
Born: June 29, 1981 in Little Rock, AR
Team: Atlanta Hawks
Jersey Number: 2
Position: Point Guard, Shooting Guard
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 235 lbs.
Nicknames: J.J., No Ordinary Joe
High School: Little Rock Central in Little Rock, AR
College: University of Arkansas
Drafted: 2001; 1st round, 10th pick by the Boston Celtics
Teams Played For In Career:
- Boston Celtics (2001-02)
- Phoenix Suns (2002-05)
- Atlanta Hawks (2005-Present)
MAJOR AWARDS AND HONORS:
NBA All-Star
- 2006-07 All-Star
NBA All-Rookie Team
- 2001-02 All-Rookie Second Team
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