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Joe Johnson thriving in mentor role with youthful Jazz

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SALT LAKE CITY — Joe Johnson has been known as "Iso Joe," and was more recently dubbed "Joe Jesus" by Kevin Garnett when the two played together in Brooklyn.

Johnson, a seven-time All-Star who is one of the most prolific 1-on-1 scorers of his generation, is thriving in his mentor role with the Utah Jazz. But don't think he can't still take over games for a stretch.

The 16-year veteran is a major reason the Jazz are making their first playoff appearance since 2012.