I'm not sure. You would have to give me a direction that my opponent will step in so that I can see if there is a high chance or low chance. From what I know of the technique he will not see me step nor will he beconerned with it. Jow Ga footwork is said to be like "Rat step"But, the opponent can step when you step—unless you prevent/limit that (another point I tried to make).
I guess the question is. Have you ever watched someone step as you dendritic against a punch to your head. If the answer is no then it will most likely be the same answer for this punch as well.