Earlier today the Brooklyn Nets and 7-time All Star Joe Johnson agreed to a buyout which will make him a free agent once he clears waivers. Johnson, 34, has already drawn interest from as many as seven teams.
Sources tell ESPN several playoff teams (Atlanta, Boston, Cleveland, Houston, Miami, OKC and Toronto) are already in pursuit of Joe Johnson
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) February 25, 2016
In the right situation, I feel he still has something he can offer a playoff bound team. Each of these teams would benefit by signing Johnson and according to TheScore.com, the Cleveland Cavaliers are “in prime position” to sign and snag his services.
I would personally list the Cavs and Thunder as the top two options because they make the most sence. Both teams are championship contenders that need another skilled veteran guard who can score to get them over the humo. With that being said, the Hawks can’t be counted out. Johnson spent 7 season in Atlanta during the prime of his career and I’m sure they still have a piece if his heart.
Johnson averaged 11.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.1 assists in 57 games with the Nets this season.