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Johnson's Up-and-Down Summer League | Texas News
Morez Johnson Jr. dazzled early in Summer League with a 27-point, 8-rebound explosion against the Warriors, showcasing his scoring flair and defensive grit — exactly what the Mavericks hoped for from their ninth-overall pick. But the momentum fizzled fast: in his next game, he struggled mightily against the Lakers, picking up seven fouls in 28 minutes and scoring just 10 points, as the team outscored him badly. The inconsistency has earned him the label of the most volatile rookie in Vegas — a tough tag for a top pick. Still, with new head coach Dusty May and stiff competition from fellow…
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