Carter Johnson

Carter Johnson

Joined: Oct 28, 2015

Contributor talking about all things surrounding the league I love at Hoops Habit. A proud VCU alum with a degree in Mass Communications. Absolutely obsessed with the game of basketball.

Los Angeles Lakers: Is D’Angelo Russell Better Than We Thought?

Mar 4, 2016; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) drives for the basket against Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) in the first quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Top 5 Players From 2014 NBA Draft

Dec 23, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Predictions For The Northwest Division In 2016-17

Jul 7, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; A large welcome Kevin Durant digital billboard is displayed outside of Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: 2016-17 Predictions For The Pacific Division

Dec 3, 2015; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) drives against San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Predictions For The Southwest Division In 2016-17

Feb 28, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) is defended by Charlotte Hornets center Frank Kaminsky III (44) in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Hornets 87-76. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Predictions For The Southeast Division In 2016-17

Jun 22, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James, left in yellow cap, celebrates during the NBA championship parade in downtown Cleveland. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Predictions For The Central Division In 2016-17

Mar 18, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) looks to shoot as Boston Celtics forward Kelly Olynyk (41) defends in the first quarter at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Peter Llewellyn-USA TODAY Sports

Predictions For The Atlantic Division In The 2016-17 Season

Nov 5, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) dribble the ball around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the second half at the United Center. The Bulls won 104-98. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

5 Players With The Most To Prove In 2016-17

Mar 16, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a three point basket against the Boston Celtics in the second half at TD Garden. Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Celtics 130-109. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

5 Teams With The Most To Prove In 2016-17

Mar 14, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine (8), center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and guard Andrew Wiggins (22) against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Timberwolves 107-104. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

5 Teams Who Could Make The NBA Playoffs Next Season

July 5, 2016; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers draft picks Ivica Zubac and Brandon Ingram pose with jerseys with general manager Mitch Kupchak before being introduced to media at Toyota Sports Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 2016 Offseason Grades

Mar 1, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D Angelo Russell (1) celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (left) after making a shot during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Staples Center. The Los Angeles Lakers won 107-101. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Bold Predictions For 2016-17 Season

Jul 8, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots inside the defense of New Orleans Pelicans center Liam McMorrow (50) during an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center. Los Angeles won the game 85-65. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Summer League Wrap-Up

Jul 9, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russel (1) gestures from the court during an NBA Summer League game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Thomas & Mack Center. Los Angeles won the game 70-69. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Early Takeaways From Summer League

Nov 13, 2015; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Matt Barnes (22) reacts during the second quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

Matt Barnes Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Sacramento Kings