Nuggets fans will love what Cam Johnson just admitted about Nikola Jokic

Denver Nuggets fans quickly embraced the Cam Johnson trade after initial surprise, having anticipated a Michael Porter Jr. trade but not expecting a player like Johnson in return. Johnson and fellow new Nugget Tim Hardaway Jr. appeared on "The Young Man and The Three" podcast, where host Tommy Alter asked them what they most looked forward to about playing with Nikola Jokic. Both players immediately broke into huge smiles, with Johnson giving an honest and amusing response: "Honestly, a big part of it is not having to play against him anymore because he's a problem. That's it, period."

Johnson elaborated on Jokic's abilities, calling them "uncanny," praising his spatial awareness, feel for the game, and unique understanding. He stated Jokic is one of the best players currently and in league history, emphasizing that his statistical output over recent years is unmatched and not accidental. Johnson highlighted that guarding Jokic is essentially an impossible task, making the minutes when he's off the floor crucial for opponents, a situation the Nuggets might address with the Jonas Valanciunas trade.

Johnson explained that Jokic impacts the game in numerous ways and will positively affect both his and Hardaway's performance, finding them for open shots even without looking directly at them. He stressed that there is "absolutely nothing" like playing alongside Jokic. Johnson also discussed other new teammates, noting the Nuggets are overall a tough team to guard, mentioning Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and Christian Braun. He expressed confidence that he and Hardaway will fit into this environment, acknowledging the Nuggets needed shooters and the front office addressed that need.

The addition of players like Hardaway, Johnson, and Bruce Brown significantly strengthens the Nuggets, with Hardaway pointing out that Denver's ability to take Oklahoma City to seven games in the semifinals without these additions was impressive. With the offseason moves, opposing teams face a major challenge, as Jokic is far from being their only defensive concern, though he remains the biggest.