Amir Johnson: Reaching playoffs is "overwhelming"

Amir Johnson has said that securing a first playoff place in six seasons with the Toronto Raptors is "overwhelming".

The team ensured that they will be in the playoffs with a 105-103 win over the Boston Celtics last night.

The power forward, who was the team's top scorer during the win, told reporters: "It's a satisfying, kind of overwhelming feeling. But at the same time, you know you've still got a lot more to accomplish.

"This team has worked so hard. It was a good game tonight and we deserved it. My grandmother called and she said she's proud."

The Raptors currently lead the Atlantic Division and are third in the Eastern Conference.