It’s unclear how long Joe Johnson will be with the Celtics after signing a 10-day contract on Wednesday, but Jayson Tatum seems excited to have him.
According to Celtics coach Ime Udoka, Tatum smiled when he heard the Celtics acquired the 40-year-old former All-Star.
“[Johnson] was one of his favorite players coming up,” Udoka told reporters prior to the Celtics’ game against the Cavaliers on Wednesday. “Unique situation, obviously, since he was drafted here 20 years ago, and still being able to do what he’s doing. But just talking to him, and some of the other coaches, it’s that veteran savvy presence.