But basketball remained his passion, and Johnson could not stay away.
Colangelo's partners are also believed to want Johnson to stay.
Doctors wanted Johnson to stay in hospital for six months but he discharged himself after a month.
The only question is how long Johnson will stay in the dugout.
Johnson stayed on board for a short while longer but was likewise gone by the end of 1975.
Johnson stayed on the lead lap, but his team thought he had no chance to win.
Johnson is staying confident even after a 1-for-4 game yesterday.
Meanwhile Johnson stayed on as the team's manager for each year of its existence.
Johnson stays away from the trial on the advice of men who fear he would lose his temper.
Johnson stays in regular contact with many of the Jets players and coaches.