Joe Johnson cited Rudy Gobert as a reason why he signed with the Utah Jazz during the summer of 2016.

Gobert has emerged as one of the NBA's best defensive players over the past few seasons and he's also added to his game on offense.

The Jazz cite Gobert as a star caliber player who doesn't require the ball in his hands.

"The reception we are getting in free agency has significantly changed in the last two years," Dennis Lindsey says. "Most players realize Rudy is a top-15 player who can anchor a defense."