Johnson was known for his athleticism and leaping ability, which earned him the nickname "Honeycomb". He was an aggressive rebounder and a powerful finisher at the rim. He was also an excellent passer and a good defender.
Johnson was drafted by the Baltimore Bullets in the first round of the 1964 NBA draft. He quickly established himself as one of the best players in the league. He was selected to the All-Star team five times and was named to the All-NBA First Team twice. He was also a member of the Bullets' 1971 championship team.
Johnson's career was cut short due to a knee injury. He retired in 1973 after nine seasons in the NBA. He finished his career with averages of 16.2 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game.
Johnson was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010. He was also named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History in 1996. He is remembered as one of the best players of his era and one of the most exciting players to ever play in the NBA.
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