HOUSTON — Ahead of the Houston Rockets' practice at the Toyota Center on Tuesday morning, Chris Paul rebounded for a 36-year-old Joe Johnson before a brief film session.
Just three months ago, Johnson was in Salt Lake City going through similar routines with Jazz assistant Johnnie Bryant.
“Iso Joe” is now in a completely different situation in H-Town with a legitimate shot to win the title, but sacrificing a lesser role than in Utah.
Although Johnson has logged 25 total minutes through six playoff games, averaging 1.3 points and 1.3 rebounds, the 17-year veteran is ready for whatever in this Western Conference semifinals series versus the Jazz.