Frank Johnson was a professional basketball player who had a successful career in the sport. He played as a point guard and shooting guard for various teams throughout his career. Johnson was known for his quickness, agility, and ability to score from long range.
Johnson began his basketball career in college, where he played for Wake Forest University. He was a standout player and was drafted by the Washington Bullets in the second round of the 1981 NBA draft. Johnson played for the Bullets for four seasons, where he established himself as a solid player and a fan favorite.
In 1985, Johnson was traded to the Houston Rockets, where he played for two seasons. He then moved on to play for the Seattle SuperSonics, where he played for three seasons. Johnson's best season came in 1988-89, where he averaged 16.9 points per game and 7.8 assists per game.
After his time with the SuperSonics, Johnson played for the Phoenix Suns, where he played for four seasons. He was a key player on the Suns team that made it to the NBA Finals in 1993. Johnson then played for the Houston Rockets again for one season before finishing his career with the Golden State Warriors in 1995.
After his playing career, Johnson went on to become a coach. He served as an assistant coach for the Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, and Phoenix Suns. Johnson also served as the head coach for the Wizards for two seasons.
Throughout his career, Johnson was known for his leadership, work ethic, and dedication to the sport. He was a respected player and coach and made a significant impact on the basketball world.
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