"I talked to him the other day," Petty said of Johnson. "I haven't met with him yet or made a bond, but so far, he's a good guy."
Petty was curious to see who Alabama tabbed as its new coach. He seemed pleased with Johnson's appointment.
"That was a good decision," Petty said. "I feel that he's going to turn the program around. He's got a lot of experience with all levels of basketball."
Well then, come on aboard!