Cameron Johnson Injury News & Updates

Johnson ended with nine points (3-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 135-120 win over the Pacers.

Johnson failed to hit any great heights, scoring single digits for the first time in his past six games. After a slow start to the season, Johnson has been playing better of late, thanks largely to the fact that both Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) are sidelined. Although his ceiling is somewhat limited, he remains a must-roster player, at least until the Nuggets are fully healthy.

Johnson chipped in 28 points (10-16 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 139-136 loss to San Antonio.

The 28 points were a season high for Johnson, topping the 20 points he scored just six days prior against the Kings. The 29-year-old wing is beginning to look more comfortable in a Denver jersey, and over the last six games he's averaging 18.0 points, 4.8 boards, 3.3 threes, 2.5 assists and 0.8 steals while shooting 58.7 percent from the floor and a dazzling 62.5 percent (20-for-32) from beyond the arc.

Johnson accumulated nine points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 112-109 win over the Rockets.

Johnson scored single digits for the third time in his past five appearances, continuing what has been a frustrating season. However, he has played at least 32 minutes in three straight games, an encouraging sign despite the inconsistent production. With Aaron Gordon now likely to miss time due to a hamstring injury, managers should be holding Johnson, at least for another week.

Johnson totaled 19 points (6-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes during Monday's 130-127 loss to the Bulls.

After sitting out the Nuggets' prior game Saturday due to bicep soreness, Johnson looked 100 percent healthy in his return as he set new season highs in points and made threes. The 29-year-old wing is struggling to find new role in the offense to begin his first season in Denver, scoring in double digits only four times in his first 12 games while shooting what would be a career-worst 38.9 percent from the floor and 28.9 percent from three-point range. Monday's performance could be a sign that he's starting to get comfortable in his new environment.

Johnson (biceps) has been cleared to play Monday against Chicago.

It was reported shortly before tipoff that the Nuggets expected Johnson to return to the floor Monday, so this update aligns with what was previously stated by the team. He was averaging 7.2 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in his previous five matchups before going down with the biceps injury Wednesday against the Clippers.

The Nuggets expect Johnson (biceps) to play Monday against the Bulls, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Johnson missed Saturday's clash against the Timberwolves due to a right biceps strain but is continuing to trend in the right direction as Monday's game approaches. Assuming he's cleared before tipoff, he should return to the starting lineup following a one-game absence.

Johnson (biceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Johnson missed Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right biceps strain, which now has his status for Monday's contest in question. If he is unable to play, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway could see expanded roles.

Johnson (biceps) won't play in Saturday's game against Minnesota.

A right biceps strain suffered in Wednesday's game against the Clippers will cost Johnson at least one contest. His next chance to return comes Monday against the Bulls. With Christian Braun (ankle) on the shelf, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway both might be set up for a move to the starting lineup Saturday.

Johnson (arm) has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Johnson departed the game in the first half with a strained right arm, and he's been shut down for the rest of the night due to the injury. He will finish the contest with two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over eight minutes. Spencer Jones, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway could each see more action the rest of the way. Johnson's next chance to play will come Saturday at Minnesota.

Johnson is listed as questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Clippers due to a right arm strain, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Johnson intentionally fouled to get himself off the floor before heading back to the locker room with an arm injury. While the forward is sidelined, Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown could see more action.

Johnson posted zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Friday's 129-104 win over the Warriors.

Johnson's transition to Denver has been a rocky process thus far, as a nagging shoulder injury and poor shooting have compromised his production. He's only scored in double digits twice the season, demonstrating a massive regression at the position once occupied by Michael Porter. With Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown also vying for playing time, Johnson will need to step up to keep his starting gig.

Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against the Kings, as expected.

Johnson has been on the injury report with the probable tag for the past two games, and he continues to play through the shoulder issue. Expect him to play his usual minutes Monday evening.

Johnson (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Kings.

Johnson is dealing with lingering right shoulder inflammation, though he has yet to miss a game this season. The 29-year-old forward has struggled over five regular-season outings, averaging 8.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists while shooting 39.4 percent from the field in 26.8 minutes per contest.

Johnson finished with nine points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 109-107 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Johnson continued his disappointing start to the season, scoring single digits for the fourth time in the past five games. The fact that he played 31 minutes could be viewed as a positive, having reached 30 minutes only once prior to this performance. Managers will need to exercise patience here, in the hope that he can turn things around as he becomes more familiar with his new surroundings.

Johnson (shoulder) will be available for Friday's game in Portland.

Johnson will continue to play through the shoulder issue and should be available for his usual minutes Friday night. Through the first four games of the season, Johnson is averaging 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 triples per contest.

Johnson (shoulder) is probable to play Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Johnson has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation over the past two games, but he's been playing through it, and it looks like he will continue to do so Friday night. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tip-off.

Johnson produced seven points (2-4 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 122-88 victory over the Pelicans.

Johnson played through a minor shoulder concern, albeit unproductively. It's been an underwhelming start to his career in Denver, averaging just 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.3 three-pointers in 25.7 minutes per game. While he will almost certainly be better than this moving forward, it appears as though it could be a down season when compared to what he has done in Brooklyn over the past three years.

Johnson (shoulder) will play in Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Johnson suffered a minor shoulder injury during Monday's loss to Minnesota and was forced to exit the contest early. However, the 29-year-old has been cleared to suit up and play Wednesday. In two full games this season, Johnson is averaging 10.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals across 28.5 minutes.

Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Johnson suffered a shoulder injury in Monday's game against the Timberwolves. He played in 19 minutes before being ruled out, and now he's in danger of missing a game. If Johnson can't play, the team will likely turn to Tim Hardaway, Bruce Brown and Peyton Watson to shoulder the load.

Johnson (shoulder) didn't return to Monday's 127-114 win over the Timberwolves. He finished with five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes.

Johnson exited to the locker room in the first quarter but eventually returned in the second. However, the 29-year-old forward left again in the fourth quarter and didn't check back in due to right shoulder soreness. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, with the Nuggets expected to provide an update by Tuesday night.

Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Timberwolves.

Johnson exited for the locker room in the first quarter but returned early in the second quarter before eventually being subbed out at the 10:42 mark of the fourth quarter due to right shoulder soreness. If he's unable to re-enter Monday's game, Tim Hardaway is likely to take on an expanded role down the stretch.

Johnson (undisclosed) returned to Monday's game against the Timberwolves with 8:25 remaining in the second quarter, per the broadcast.

Johnson headed back to the locker room with 3:26 remaining in the first but didn't stay out for long. He appears good to go for the remainder of the game after checking back in.

Johnson (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Jack Borman of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Johnson checked out with 3:26 remaining in the opening quarter. If he's unable to return, Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway and Peyton Watson are candidates for an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.

Johnson ended with five points (2-8 FG, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 137-131 overtime loss to the Warriors.

It's difficult to play a pivotal role when Aaron Gordon drops 50 points alongside you, and it's part of the reason Johnson's involvement was limited during his first game with the Nuggets. Johnson is expected to fill the role vacated by Michael Porter, and Johnson's past seasons have displayed the kind of production Denver expects at the position. It may take some time for Johnson to find his role in the offense, but he'll likely see improvement when Gordon's numbers fall back to earth.

Johnson produced 11 points (2-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals across 22 minutes of Tuesday's 124-117 preseason win over Chicago.

Denver's first unit was on cruise control in this game in what was a dress rehearsal for the starters, although they all had modest workloads by design. Johnson looks like a seamless fit in Denver, with his floor spacing providing an easy outlet pass for Nikola Jokic.

Johnson tallied 11 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, an assist and a blocked shot over 20 minutes during Monday's 112-108 preseason win over the Raptors.

It may take some time for Johnson to gel fully with his teammates, as he's now occupying a role previously filled by Michael Porter, who was a mainstay in the offense for six seasons. Johnson brings a slightly different skillset to the table, as his perimeter shooting is a hallmark of his game. He sports a career average of 5.9 three-point attempts per game, which is slightly higher than Porter's work beyond the arc. While he'll still play a complementary role in the offense, he'll being a different dimension to the team as a third or fourth-best offensive option.

Johnson logged two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist over 15 minutes during the Nuggets' 126-116 preseason loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday.

Johnson made his first appearance in a Nuggets uniform Saturday, though he didn't make much of an impact on the offensive side of the floor. He spent the last two full seasons with the Nets but was traded by Brooklyn to Denver in late June in exchange for Michael Porter and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick. Johnson averaged a career-high 18.8 minutes per game for the Nets last season, but he's expected to take on a more complimentary role while playing alongside Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

The Nuggets acquired Johnson (back) in exchange for Michael Porter and a first-round pick on Monday, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

The Nuggets needed to add some much-needed floor spacing and a reliable three-point threat to their offensive scheme, and Johnson excels on both traits. The six-year forward connected on 39 percent of his threes on 7.2 attempts per game in the 2024-25 campaign while also averaging 18.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game. Johnson should be an immediate starter for the Nuggets, but his fantasy stock will probably take a hit compared to his Brooklyn days since he'll now be the team's third option on offense (at best) behind the star duo of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Johnson (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

A lower back contusion will force Johnson to miss the final seven games of the regular season. The 2019 first-round had a strong start to the season, but he ended up missing 22 of the Nets' 48 games since the beginning of January, mostly due to a sprained right ankle. Johnson finishes the 2024-25 regular season averaging career highs in points (18.8), assists (3.4) and field-goal percentage (47.5 percent) while starting in all 57 games he appeared in.

Head coach Jordi Fernandez said Thursday that Johnson (back) won't play in Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson will miss his sixth consecutive contest Friday due to a lower back contusion. Trendon Watford and Jalen Wilson are candidates for a bump in minutes due to Johnson remaining sidelined. His last chance to suit up this season will come Sunday against the Knicks.

Johnson (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Hawks, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson will miss a fifth straight game for the Nets while dealing with a back contusion. Trendon Watford will likely be in the starting lineup Thursday, with Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams helping pick up the slack off the bench for Brooklyn.

Johnson (back) is out for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson will miss a fourth straight game due to a nagging back injury, and the Nets might decide to shut him down for the rest of the season sooner rather than later since they have only three games left to play. Johnson's next chance to play will come against the Hawks on Thursday. With Johnson out, there will be more minutes available for the likes of Trendon Watford, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams.

Johnson (back) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Raptors, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson's absence streak will extend to three games Saturday due to a back injury. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with New Orleans.

Johnson (back) will not play Thursday against the Timberwolves, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson suffered his back injury during Saturday's win over the Wizards, and now he'll be forced to miss his second straight game. With Johnson out, there will be more minutes available for the likes of Trendon Watford, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams.

Johnson (back) will not play Monday against Dallas, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Johnson suffered his back injury during Saturday's win over the Wizards, and he was unable to shake his questionable tag for Monday's game. With Johnson sidelined, players such as Trendon Watford, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams could see a bump in playing time.

Johnson (back) is questionable for Monday's game against Dallas, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson is dealing with a lower back contusion that he sustained during Saturday's win over the Wizards. If the 29-year-old forward joins Noah Clowney (ankle) and Day'Ron Sharpe (knee) on the sideline Monday, Trendon Watford, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams are candidates for a bump in minutes.

Johnson (back) registered 18 points (5-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), nine rebounds and seven assists in 24 minutes during Saturday's 115-112 victory over the Wizards. He exited the game in the fourth quarter and didn't return.

Johnson departed the game with 3:21 left in the fourth quarter and didn't return to action. Hence, his status for Monday's game against the Mavericks is uncertain, and further tests will be needed to determine his status. Johnson delivered an impressive performance while he was on the court, though, and losing him for any amount of time would be a massive blow for the Nets since he's been the team's most consistent player throughout the entire campaign.

Johnson (back) went to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against the Wizards, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson took a hard fall after colliding with Colby Jones on a drive to the basket. Johnson remained on the floor for several minutes while being attended to by trainers but was eventually able to head to the locker room under his own power. He was replaced by Trendon Watford at the 3:21 mark in the fourth quarter, and it's unlikely that Johnson returns to Saturday's game.

Johnson closed Friday's 132-100 loss to the Clippers with 11 points (3-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six assists and one steal in 20 minutes.

Johnson returned to the lineup after a one-game absence for rest purposes, and while the six assists were a nice outcome, he didn't do much on offense. That said, the entire Nets lineup looked overmatched in this game, and Johnson could not get into a groove due to how dominated Brooklyn looked. Johnson has been averaging 18.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game since the beginning of March.

Johnson (rest) is not on the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Clippers, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson was in street clothes for Wednesday's loss to the Raptors due to rest purposes, but the sixth-year forward out of North Carolina will be available to play Friday. He has averaged 18.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.3 steals over 32.5 minutes per game since the beginning of March.

Johnson (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson, who played well in Monday's loss to the Mavericks, will rest Wednesday against Toronto. The Nets could turn to Jalen Wilson to pick up the slack in Johnson's absence.

Johnson registered 17 points (6-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and eight assists in 30 minutes during Monday's 120-101 loss to Dallas.

Johnson finished just two assists away from recording a double-double, and while the Nets suffered a 19-point defeat, Johnson still posted a solid stat line. He remains an impact player on both ends of the court for the Nets, as evidenced by the fact that he's averaging 19.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.3 steals per game over his last 10 contests.

Johnson (rest) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson didn't suit up in Thursday's overtime loss against the Pacers due to rest purposes, but he should handle his regular workload in his return to action Saturday. Johnson is averaging 18.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.4 steals per game across nine contests since the beginning of March.

Johnson will be rested Thursday against the Pacers.

Thursday's game is not part of a back-to-back set, so the timing is interesting. Presumably, Johnson will be back for the rematch against the Pacers on Saturday. With Johnson out of the lineup, guys like Trendon Watford, Jalen Wilson and Noah Clowney could be more involved.

Johnson ended Sunday's 122-114 victory over the Hawks with 28 points (7-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 10-10 FT), four rebounds and seven assists in 36 minutes.

Johnson was one of the top scorers for the Nets in this game, but he also thrived in the playmaking department, with his seven assists matching his best output of the season in that category. Johnson has been putting up solid numbers as a scorer as well and has surpassed the 15-point mark in seven straight contests.

Johnson totaled 23 points (9-19 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one block across 35 minutes during Saturday's 115-113 loss to the Celtics.

It was the second double-double of the season by Johnson, who led the Nets in scoring Saturday. With Cam Thomas (hamstring) out for the remainder of the campaign, Johnson should function as Brooklyn's top scoring option to close out the final month of action. Johnson has averaged 18.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.1 three-pointers in 32.5 minutes over seven outings in March thus far.

Johnson contributed 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals in 35 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 loss to the Bulls.

Johnson has surpassed the 15-point mark in his three outings since returning to the hardwood following a one-game absence on March 8 against the Hornets, and overall, this was his fifth straight game with 15 or more points. His ability to rack up stats left and right makes him a solid contributor in most fantasy formats. He's averaging 17.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.8 steals per game since the beginning of March.

Johnson produced 17 points (6-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 loss to Cleveland.

Johnson had his hands on multiple areas of Tuesday's battle, leading all Brooklyn starters in assists and steals while finishing second on the Nets in scoring and rebounds in a balanced performance. Johnson has posted at least 10 points, five rebounds and five assists in seven contests, including in his last two outings.

Johnson (knee) is not on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Lakers, Collin Helwig of Nets Daily reports.

Johnson did not play in Saturday's 105-102 loss to the Hornets due to left knee soreness, which was the first game he had missed since Feb. 4. He's been given the green light to play Monday, and he'll be expected to have an increased role on offense due to the absence of Cam Thomas (hamstring). Johnson has averaged 17.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 2.3 threes across 30.0 minutes per game since the beginning of February.

Johnson (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

After starting the last 12 games for the Nets, Johnson will not be in the lineup for Brooklyn Saturday, meaning the team will have to look elsewhere to pick up the slack. Ziaire Williams is a candidate to see more time on the floor in Charlotte.

Johnson provided 26 points (9-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Thursday's 121-119 loss to the Warriors.

The 29-year-old forward led the Nets in scoring as he delivered 20-plus points for only the second time in his 12 games. Johnson is still tracking toward a career-best campaign, but he hasn't quite regained his prior form since returning in early February from an ankle injury. Over those dozen contests, Johnson is averaging 17.7 points, 4.3 boards, 3.1 assists, 2.3 threes and 1.1 steals while shooting just 42.8 percent from the floor and 32.9 percent from long range.

Johnson finished Tuesday's 127-113 loss to the Spurs with 17 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes.

The 29-year-old finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Cam Thomas (24 points) in an efficient outing. Entering Tuesday, Johnson had shot only 36.5 percent from the field and 27.9 percent from beyond the arc since the All-Star break. However, he delivered a solid bounce-back performance against the Spurs after shooting 3-for-20 from the field during Saturday's loss to Detroit.

Johnson (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson, who hasn't missed a game since Feb. 4, will shake off this questionable tag. In his last seven appearances for the Nets, Johnson holds averages of 17.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 2.1 three-pointers and 1.0 steals across 29.7 minutes per game.

Johnson (back) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup versus the Thunder, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson is in jeopardy of missing his first game since Feb. 4 due to a low-back contusion. The 28-year-old has appeared in seven consecutive contests, during which he has averaged 17.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 2.1 three-pointers and 1.0 steals across 29.7 minutes per game. If Johnson is sidelined Wednesday, Jalen Wilson and Trendon Watford are candidates for increased roles.

Johnson had 23 points (7-17 FG, 1-9 3Pt, 8-8 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals over 35 minutes during Saturday's 105-103 win over the 76ers.

Johnson led the Nets with 23 points to power Saturday's upset win despite a poor night shooting the ball from deep, and he also tied a season high with three steals. Over his last six contests, the 28-year-old has averaged 17.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.2 three-pointers in 29.4 minutes. Johnson should remain Brooklyn's clear-cut top scoring option while both Cam Thomas (groin) and D'Angelo Russell (ankle) remain on the shelf.

Johnson registered 18 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 29 minutes during Thursday's 110-97 loss to the Cavaliers.

The Nets were far from being at their best Thursday, but Johnson still posted a solid showing on both ends of the court and was among Brooklyn's best scoring weapons. Johnson has missed 13 of the Nets' 23 games since the beginning of January due to injuries, but he's been productive and consistent when available. He's averaging 18.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in that span, and he should remain a reliable fantasy alternative every time the Nets step on the hardwood.

Johnson provided 18 points (6-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block in 30 minutes during Friday's 102-86 victory over the Heat.

The 28-year-old forward led the Nets in scoring on the night, as Brooklyn used a balanced attack that saw eight different players score between eight and 18 points. Johnson has looked good in two games since returning from an ankle injury that sidelined him for six contests, particularly from downtown as he's gone 6-for-15 from three-point range.

Johnson (ankle) recorded 17 points (5-13 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes in Wednesday's 119-102 loss to the Wizards.

Johnson was back in action for the Nets after missing the previous six games with a right ankle sprain. Though he endured a rough shooting night and had his minutes curbed in his return, Johnson still operated as a focal point on offense for Brooklyn and finished second to only Keon Johnson (25 points) in scoring. Assuming he's not moved prior to Thursday's trade deadline, Cameron Johnson should be locked into a high-volume role for Brooklyn for the rest of the season.

Johnson (ankle) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

Johnson, who has missed the last six games for the Nets, has the green light to return Wednesday. There's no word on any restrictions, however, but the Nets may be cautious. Johnson has been in the spotlight for another reason, obviously, as he's expected to have a sizable market from contending teams at the trade deadline.

Johnson (ankle) will not play Tuesday against the Rockets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson went through the majority of practice Monday, but the Nets will continue to exercise caution. With the trade deadline approaching, it's not a surprise to see this with Johnson linked to a move to a contending team. His status for Wednesday against the Wizards remains to be seen.

Johnson (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Rockets.

Johnson will miss his fifth straight contest Saturday due to a sprained right ankle. However, the 28-year-old forward is considered day-to-day, so his next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Houston. Until Johnson is able to return to action, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams should continue to receive increased playing time.

The Nets announced Friday that Johnson is considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game against the Rockets with a right ankle sprain.

Johnson was originally set to be re-evaluated after Saturday's game, though his change in status bodes well for his potential return against Houston. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see the Nets remain cautious with the 28-year-old, who is likely to be a sought-after commodity ahead of the Jan. 6 trade deadline. Johnson can be considered questionable at best until the team provides another update on his status, though if he remains on the shelf Saturday, Jalen Wilson and Tosan Evbuomwan should continue to see an uptick in playing time.

Johnson (ankle), who has already been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Kings, will miss the club's next two games and is set to be re-evaluated sometime next week, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson's next chance to return to game action will come next Tuesday against the Rockets while he deals with a right ankle sprain. With the 28-year-old remaining sidelined for an extended period, Jalen Wilson and Tyrese Martin are candidates for increased roles.

Coach Jordi Fernandez said Friday that Johnson (ankle) will not play in Saturday's matchup against the Heat and will be re-evaluated sometime next week, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson will miss his second consecutive contest due to the right ankle sprain, and it wouldn't be surprising if he also misses Monday's game against the Kings at the very least as the club works him back to form. With the 28-year-old sidelined, Jalen Wilson, Tyrese Martin and Tosan Evbuomwan are all candidates for an uptick in playing time.

Johnson (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Suns.

Johnson was previously listed as doubtful due to an ankle sprain. With Ben Simmons (illness) and D'Angelo Russell (rest) both sidelined, the Nets will need multiple players to step up as the team will have a total of nine inactive players.

Johnson is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Suns with a right ankle sprain, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson picked up the injury during Tuesday's 99-95 loss to the Knicks, but he was able to finish the game. However, it's not a surprise to see the Nets exercise caution on the second leg of this back-to-back set. Ben Simmons (illness) is doubtful for Brooklyn, and D'Angelo Russell is resting. Guys like Tosan Evbuomwan, Keon Johnson and Noah Clowney could be very busy for the Nets.

Johnson appeared to suffer an injury at some point during Tuesday's 99-95 loss to the Knicks, though he was able to finish out the game while tallying 16 points (6-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 35 minutes, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Slater notes that Johnson seemed to "tweak something" on a drive early in the game, and while the forward wasn't forced out of the contest due to injury at any point, he was walking gingerly in the locker room following the contest. Johnson had previously missed seven of the Nets' first 10 games of January due to a right ankle sprain, so it's possible he may have tweaked the same ankle. Even if Johnson is dealing with only a minor injury scare, he still looks like a strong candidate to be held out for maintenance purposes in the second leg of a back-to-back set Wednesday versus the Suns. Fantasy managers will want to keep close tabs on Johnson's status leading up to the 7:30 p.m. ET opening tip.

Johnson logged 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-8 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Sunday's 127-101 loss to the Thunder.

Suiting up after a two-game absence, Johnson tied Tyrese Martin for the Nets' scoring lead on a night when the team found itself in a 20-point hole by the end of the first quarter. If Johnson can stay healthy he should see a bigger workload soon enough, but he's been on the court for only four of Brooklyn's 11 games in January so far due to right ankle trouble.

Johnson (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson was tabbed as a game-time call for Sunday, but the forward will suit up and return from a two-game absence. Johnson, who has been limited to just three appearances in January, should handle his regular workload as one of the Nets' primary weapons on offense in his return to the hardwood.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Johnson has missed the past two games for Brooklyn, but the forward remains day-to-day. His name has been in the rumor mill quite a lot, and the Nets aren't in a position to play him at less than 100 percent. If he continues to miss time, guys like Tyrese Martin and Jalen Wilson could benefit from a fantasy perspective.

Johnson (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

A right ankle sprain will keep Johnson out Friday, and the forward's next shot to take the court for the Nets arrives Sunday against the Thunder. Tyrese Martin and Jalen Wilson should handle expanded roles in Brooklyn's rotation against Los Angeles.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson sat out of the second half of Brooklyn's back-to-back Wednesday against the Clippers due to a right ankle sprain. The team should have a better idea of his availability closer to Friday's tipoff.

Johnson (rest) won't play Wednesday against the Clippers, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson returned from a five-game absence Tuesday against the Trail Blazers, finishing with 24 points (10-18 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and one block over 27 minutes. He'll be held out for the second leg of this back-to-back set, however, as the Nets take a cautious approach with the veteran. Ben Simmons is also resting, while Nic Claxton (hamstring) is questionable.

Johnson (ankle) contributed 24 points (10-18 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and one block over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 132-114 win over the Trail Blazers.

Johnson returned to the hardwood following a five-game absence and looked as if he never missed time, posting a solid outing and making his presence felt on both ends of the court. The former UNC star is having a career-best season in 2024-25 and reached the 24-point mark for the fourth time over his last five appearances. He's averaging 22.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game since the beginning of December (13 appearances).

Johnson (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against Portland, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will snap a five-game absence streak due to a right ankle sprain. The 28-year-old went through the club's morning shootaround without any issues, though it wouldn't be surprising to see him operate under a minutes restriction during his return. Over his last 10 outings, Johnson has averaged 21.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 0.9 steals in 32.9 minutes per contest.

Johnson (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

After going through shootaround, Johnson could be trending toward returning to the floor Tuesday for Brooklyn against Portland. The 28-year-old has missed the last five games for the Nets, which has resulted in five losses for the squad.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson hasn't taken the court since Jan. 2 due to a right ankle sprain. The team hasn't provided many details on his recovery, so his status is truly up in the air at this point.

Johnson (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Jazz, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson will miss his fifth straight game Sunday. He was scheduled to be re-evaluated on Jan. 10, but there's been no update from the Nets regarding his progress. His next chance to play comes Jan. 14 against the Trail Blazers.

Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will miss his fourth consecutive outing due to a sprained right ankle. The 28-year-old forward is set to be re-evaluated by the club on Jan. 10, and if all goes well, his next chance to feature will come Sunday against Utah. With Johnson sidelined, Ziaire Williams, Noah Clowney and Tosan Evbuomwan are candidates for increased playing time.

Johnson (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus the 76ers and has been ruled out for Brooklyn's next two contest, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports

Johnson has been downgraded doubtful to out Saturday due to a sprained right ankle. Jalen Wilson, Noah Clowney and Ziaire Williams are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Johnson is set to be re-evaluated ahead of Friday's matchup with Denver.

Johnson (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson sprained his right ankle in the closing seconds of Thursday's 113-110 win over the Bucks, finishing with 26 points and five rebounds over 39 minutes. The good news for the sixth-year forward is that X-rays and further imaging came back negative, but the injury could still be severe enough for him to warrant a multi-game absence. Ziaire Williams, Jalen Wilson and Keon Johnson should all see increased playing time for as long as Johnson is sidelined.

Johnson turned his ankle on the final play during Thursday's win over the Bucks, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports. He finished the game with 26 points (10-16 FG, 6-12 3Pt) and five rebounds across 39 minutes.

Johnson suffered the injury whilst battling for a rebound with teammate, Ziaire Williams. He underwent testing following the game, which returned a negative result. However, he was seen leaving the arena on crutches, placing him in some doubt ahead of Saturday's matchup against the 76ers. Johnson has scored at least 20 points in three straight games, continuing to string together arguably the best stretch of his career.

Johnson (hip) is not listed on the Nets' injury report for Wednesday's game in Toronto, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

As expected, Johnson will be back in action Wednesday after leaving Sunday's loss to the Magic in the third quarter due to left hip soreness. Across 10 December outings, the sharpshooter averaged 22.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.3 minutes per game.

Johnson (hip) is expected to play Wednesday against the Raptors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson exited Sunday's game against the Magic with 3:42 remaining in the third quarter due to left hip soreness and wasn't able to return. He was a full go at Tuesday's practice, however, and he noted that his hip felt pretty good. Fantasy managers can expect him to suit up but will want to check back for official confirmation.

Johnson will not return in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Magic due to left hip soreness, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports. He'll finish the matchup with nine points (3-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, three assists and three steals across 25 minutes.

Johnson was able to play the first three quarters, though he will be held out of the fourth due to left hip soreness. With the 28-year-old sidelined, Tyrese Martin and Jalen Wilson will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.

Johnson (hip) is available for Sunday's game against the Magic, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

As expected, Johnson and Cam Thomas (hamstring) have been upgraded from probable to available. Over his last eight appearances, Johnson has averaged 23.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.5 steals-plus-blocks in 34.0 minutes per game.

Johnson (hip) is probable for Sunday's game against the Magic, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson sat out Friday for the second leg of the Nets' back-to-back set but is expected to be active for Sunday's matchup with Orlando. Johnson has been the Nets' top offensive option while Cam Thomas (hamstring) has been sidelined, but should return to a No. 2 role with Thomas also probable.

Johnson (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Johnson will sit out of the second leg of the club's back-to-back set after sustaining a right hip contusion in Thursday's win over Milwaukee. With the 28-year-old joining Ben Simmons (back), Cam Thomas (hamstring) and Ziaire Williams (knee) on the sideline, Jalen Wilson, Tyrese Martin and Noah Clowney are all candidates for increased roles Friday. Johnson's next chance to feature will come Sunday against the Magic.

Johnson is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Spurs due to a right hip contusion.

Johnson took a hard fall after dunking in Thursday's win over the Bucks and could be forced to sit out Friday. If Johnson is unable to suit up, Jalen Wilson and Noah Clowney are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Johnson notched 29 points (8-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT), five rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes during Thursday's 111-105 victory over the Bucks.

Johnson had one of his most efficient scoring displays of the season, and he's been nothing short of outstanding for the Nets throughout the entire month of December. He's taken over as one of the team's go-to options on offense with Cam Thomas (hamstring) sidelined, and the numbers back him up. Johnson has scored at least 20 points in six of his nine outings this month, and he's cleared the 25-point plateau five times in that stretch.

Johnson logged 19 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Monday's 110-95 loss to the Heat.

Johnson co-led the Nets in scoring Monday with Noah Clowney, and the former connected on three three-pointers for the fifth time in his last seven games. Over his last 10 games, Johnson has averaged 19.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.1 steals across 31.3 minutes per game.

Johnson finished Thursday's 101-94 win over the Raptors with 33 points (9-15 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and two blocks in 34 minutes.

Johnson has been playing at a high level in recent weeks, and he reached the 30-point mark for the first time since scoring a season-high 37 points in the Nov. 22 loss to the 76ers. Johnson has reached the 20-point mark in five of his last six appearances, averaging 24.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game in that stretch.

Johnson produced a game-high 22 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 9-13 FT), one rebound, five assists and one block in 28 minutes during Monday's 130-101 loss to Cleveland.

The 28-year-old forward topped 20 points for the fourth time in five December appearances, and he's drained multiple threes in six straight games. The weekend trade that sent Dennis Schroder to Golden State didn't seem to impact Johnson's usage, but he could be the next player out the door as Brooklyn continues to stockpile assets for the future. On the month so far, Johnson is averaging 22.4 points, 4.4 boards, 3.6 threes, 2.4 assists and 0.8 steals while shooting 47.4 percent (18-for-38) from long distance.

Johnson contributed 26 points (9-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 38 minutes during Sunday's 118-113 loss to Milwaukee.

Johnson provided a lift to Brooklyn on the offensive end of the court in Sunday's contest, connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three while ending as one of two players with 25 or more points in a losing effort. Johnson posted his sixth outing of the season with at least 25 points, doing so in three straight contests. He has now connected on four or more threes on eight occurrences.

Johnson (ankle) posted 26 points (7-18 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 99-90 win over Indiana.

Johnson was a game-time call due to a left ankle sprain, but he was able to suit up for the Nets on Wednesday and lead all scorers with 26 points and seven three-pointers in a low-scoring affair. The 28-year-old two-way wing has become Brooklyn's go-to scoring option in the continued absence of Cam Thomas (hamstring), now averaging 22.2 points and 3.8 threes to go with 5.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 blocks per game in five appearances that Thomas has been unavailable for this season. Johnson has already seen his role grow in 2024-25 with Mikal Bridges now out of the mix, and he should continue to experience a boost in fantasy value for however long Thomas remains on the shelf.

Johnson (ankle) has been cleared for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Johnson was regarded as a game-time decision due to a left ankle sprain, and the 28-year-old will officially return to action after a one-game absence. Johnson has put forth modest production across his last five games, everything 14.4 points and 4.6 rebounds while connecting on 41.7 percent of 4.8 threes per game.

Johnson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers, Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily.com reports.

Johnson is in danger of missing his second straight contest Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain he suffered against Orlando. If Johnson is unable to suit up against Indiana, Tyrese Martin could draw another start.

Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson injured his left ankle in the final minute of Sunday's loss to the Magic, and the injury is severe enough that the sixth-year guard will miss his first game of the 2024-25 regular season. The injury-riddled Nets will turn to Jalen Wilson and Keon Johnson for increased minutes Monday due to Johnson's absence.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Johnson tweaked his ankle in the final minute of Sunday's game, but he insisted that he was fine. He's been diagnosed with a sprain, but the questionable tag suggests that it's a minor issue. The Nets are known for being cautious these days, however, so it will be interesting to see if he's given the green light.

Johnson appeared to re-injure his left ankle in the final minute of Sunday's 100-92 loss to the Magic, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports. He finished with 25 points (9-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and one assist across 36 minutes.

Johnson checked out of the game with 18 seconds remaining after appearing to tweak his left ankle. The 28-year-old walked back to the bench with a limp, and his status will be something to monitor closely ahead of Monday's game against the Bulls. If Johnson is sidelined, the team will rely heavily on Jalen Wilson and Trendon Watford at the forward position, especially if Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) remains out.

Johnson (ankle) is available for Friday's game versus the Magic.

Johnson has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with a sprained right ankle. Johnson has been one of the NBA's most efficient outside shooters this season, converting 41.7 percent of his 7.6 three-point attempts per contest.

Johnson is questionable for Friday's game against the Magic due to a right ankle sprain.

Johnson has been one of the most consistent two-way players for the Nets this season, and missing him would be a huge blow for a Brooklyn team already missing Cam Thomas (hamstring) and Dennis Schroder (personal) for Friday's game. Johnson is averaging a career-high 17.9 points per game this season.

Johnson (ankle) is good to go for Wednesday's game against the Suns, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson suffered a right ankle sprain Monday against the Warriors and was unable to return. He was previously listed as questionable on the injury report, but it sounds like it was a relatively minor sprain. There's no mention of any restrictions for Wednesday's game.

Johnson is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns due to a right ankle sprain, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson sustained the injury during the first half of Monday's win over the Warriors, though he did try to play through it before being shut down prior to the second half. If the 28-year-old is sidelined Wednesday, Ben Simmons and Trendon Watford will likely see an uptick in playing time in an injury-ridden frontcourt.

Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Golden State, Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily.com reports. He contributed five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 14 minutes.

Johnson sustained a right ankle sprain during the first half and attempted to play through it in a depleted frontcourt. However, the 28-year-old forward was ruled out during halftime, meaning Trendon Watford and Keon Johnson are candidates for a slight uptick in playing time the rest of the way.

Johnson accumulated 16 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Sunday's 108-103 win over the Kings.

Johnson couldn't repeat the season-high 37 points he scored in the loss to the 76ers on Friday, nor could he reach the 20-point mark for the third game in a row. However, he's now scored over 15 points in five straight outings -- and in 10 of his last 11. He's averaging 20.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 0.7 steals per game since the beginning of November.

Johnson racked up 37 points (14-21 FG, 9-13 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 113-98 loss to the 76ers.

Johnson lit it up offensively for Brooklyn in Friday's defeat, leading all players in the contest in scoring and threes made while ending three points short of the 40-point mark. Johnson set season-high marks in scoring and threes, staying hot while posting his second straight outing with at least 30 points and six threes.

Johnson supplied 34 points (11-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 116-115 win over Charlotte.

Johnson took on an increased offensive burden with Cam Thomas (back) out for Tuesday's contest. The 28-year-old forward was able to capitalize on having the ball in his hands more by posting a season-high 34 points in a narrow victory. Johnson is proving yet again to be an elite outside shooter, converting 39.3 percent of his 7.8 three-point attempts per game.

Johnson provided 22 points (7-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and five assists across 31 minutes during Sunday's 114-104 loss to the Knicks.

Players like Cam Thomas and Ben Simmons weren't at their best on offense, but Johnson picked up the slack and led Brooklyn in scoring in this 10-point defeat. This was Johnson's fifth game with at least 20 points, and all but one of those has come since the start of November. The lack of consistency as a scorer remains there, but the former UNC standout averages 18.2 points per game in nine November appearances.

Johnson closed Saturday's 105-100 loss to the Cavaliers with 23 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 31 minutes.

Johnson took over the game in the third quarter with a couple of clutch buckets, and even though the Nets couldn't keep the momentum going down the stretch, Johnson did enough to stand out in this matchup against an undefeated Cavaliers team. Johnson led the Nets in scoring in this one, and while this was his fourth game with at least 20 points this season, it's worth noting three of those have come across his last four appearances.

Johnson finished with 20 points (8-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists in 36 minutes during Monday's 106-104 victory over Memphis.

Through eight games, Johnson has scored at least 20 points three times. He's key to Brooklyn's attack and has been a massive asset in fantasy leagues with averages of 16.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.8 steals and 3.0 three-pointers.

Johnson racked up 26 points (9-19 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, three assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Sunday's 106-92 loss to the Pistons.

Johnson once again provided a boost to the Brooklyn offense Sunday, leading all Nets players in threes made and concluding with a game-best scoring total in a losing effort. Johnson set a new season high in scoring, posting his second outing with at least 20 points. Johnson has connected on at least three threes in four of his last five contests.

Johnson posted 20 points (7-14 FG, 6-10 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 144-139 overtime loss to the Nuggets.

The 28-year-old forward set new highs on the young season in points, boards, assists and made threes, although it wasn't enough to get the Nets into the win column. Johnson has scored at least 12 points in all four games so far in 2024-25, but as yet he isn't showing signs of taking a big step forward from his numbers the last couple of campaigns, remaining in a complementary role despite Brooklyn's need for someone to emerge as a lead dog on offense.

Johnson closed Friday's 116-101 loss to the Magic with 12 points (4-12 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block over 35 minutes.

Johnson delivered an uninspiring performance, despite scoring double-digits for the second straight game. Although expectations are somewhat muted, managers would love to see Johnson doing a bit more on both ends of the floor. He remains a viable fantasy asset for now, however, if things don't start to trend in the right direction, he could eventually become expendable.

Johnson totaled 32 points (11-21 FG, 7-14 3PT, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one block in 32 minutes during Friday's preseason loss to the Raptors.

Johnson came from the clouds to score a game-high 32 points, reminding everyone just what he is capable of on the offensive end of the floor. With the Nets unlikely to challenge for a playoff spot, Johnson could be primed for a bounce-back campaign after struggling in recent years. Both he and Cam Thomas should have a green light to fire off as many shots as they like. Typically available after pick 100 in standard leagues, Johnson could prove to be a difference-maker should his confidence return this season.

Johnson posted 11 points (4-11 FG, 3-9 3Pt), five rebounds and six assists across 28 minutes in Wednesday's 117-95 preseason loss to the 76ers.

Johnson was one of six Brooklyn players who scored in double digits Wednesday, and one of the three starters who reached the 10-point threshold. Johnson is set to open the season as the Nets' starting small forward, and while the team is bound to struggle right out of the gate, Johnson could have decent fantasy upside with freedom to shoot and his ability to contribute in other categories, such as rebounds and assists.

Johnson (toe) participate in Brooklyn's practice Wednesday, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson dealt with a left big toe sprain to end the 2023-24 season, but he appears fully healthy at the commencement of training camp. He averaged 13.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists on 44.6 percent shooting from the field across 58 regular-season appearances last year.

Johnson (toe) won't play in Sunday's game versus the 76ers, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson will miss his second straight contest Sunday while dealing with a left big toe sprain. The 27-year-old forward will end the 2023-24 season averaging 13.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 27.6 minutes across 58 games, including 47 starts.

Johnson (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson has now missed seven out of his last 10 games, averaging 7.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 23.0 minutes during his three appearances. With the Nets out of playoff contention, they may shut the 28-year-old down for the rest of the season, but Johnson will have one more opportunity to suit up against Philadelphia on Sunday.

Johnson (toe) has been downgraded to doubtful for Friday's game against the Knicks, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson returned from a two-game absence Wednesday against the Raptors and was initially deemed questionable for Friday's matchup. However, it appears unlikely that he'll be able to suit up due to his lingering toe injury. Assuming he's sidelined Friday, his final chance to suit up this season will be Sunday against Philadelphia.

Johnson (toe) is questionable for Friday's game against New York, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson returned from a two-game absence Wednesday against the Raptors and tallied 13 points, three rebounds, an assist and a steal in 27 minutes during the narrow win. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for the penultimate game of the regular season Friday.

Johnson (toe) is available for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson is back after spending two games on the sidelines, but he'll likely have his minutes monitored as he works his way back from injury. With Johnson back in the rotation, Lonnie Walker's minutes could plummet.

Johnson (toe) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson is expected to return to action Wednesday after missing Brooklyn's previous two contests with a left big toe sprain. Despite making 47 starts this season, the 27-year-old forward has come off the bench in his last two appearances.

Johnson (toe) is inactive for Sunday's game versus Sacramento, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson is set to miss his sixth contest out of Brooklyn's last eight games due to a left toe sprain. He'll now have multiple days to heal in advance of his next opportunity to take the court, which comes Wednesday versus Toronto.

Johnson (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson was initially considered doubtful, but the Nets won't risk him, and the forward will miss a game for the fifth time over Brooklyn's last seven contests. He's been playing off the bench in recent weeks, so he's not expected to carry a lot of fantasy upside even when he's available. Johnson's next chance to play will come against the Kings on Sunday.

Johnson is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Pistons due to a left big toe sprain, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson recently missed time due to his sprained toe, but he's appeared in two of the last three games. He briefly exited Wednesday's win over the Pacers, but it's unclear whether it was due to the toe issue. However, the 28-year-old will likely be forced to miss Saturday's matchup, which could lead to increased roles for Dorian Finney-Smith, Jalen Wilson and Lonnie Walker.

johnson went back to the locker room with a limp but has returned to Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com

Johnson came into the contest battling a sprained big toe; however, it's unclear if the injury was related to Wednesday's locker room trip. Regardless, he's returned to the contest and should be good to go the rest of the way.

Johnson (toe) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers and won't be on any minutes restriction, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday after missing Brooklyn's previous contest with a left big toe sprain. The 27-year-old forward is averaging 13.1 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 26.8 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Johnson (toe) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Johnson took a seat for Monday's loss to Indiana, which was the second night of a back-to-back set, for rest purposes, but he'll likely return to action Wednesday. On Sunday, the sharpshooter posted just five points (2-10 FG) in 20 minutes off the bench during his return from a three-game absence due to a toe sprain.

Johnson (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Indiana, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson returned to action Sunday against the Nets following a three-game absence due to a left big toe sprain, but he'll be sidelined for the second half of the back-to-back set due to injury maintenance. His next opportunity to suit up will be in a rematch against the Pacers on Wednesday.

Johnson (toe) recorded five points (2-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), three rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 20 minutes off the bench Sunday in the Nets' 116-104 loss to the Lakers.

Johnson had started in both of his previous two appearances, but he came off the bench Sunday in his return from a three-game absence due to a left big toe sprain. According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, Johnson wasn't on a minute restriction Sunday, but Nets interim coach Kevin Ollie may have elected to keep the 28-year-old's playing time in check anyway after he didn't have his usual deft touch from beyond the arc. The day wasn't a total loss for Johnson's fantasy managers, however, as he delivered some atypical production in the defensive categories.

Johnson won't start Sunday's game against the Lakers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Johnson is cleared to return following a three-game absence due to a left toe sprain and doesn't face any minute restrictions. However, Dorian Finney-Smith will remain in the starting lineup at power forward, while Johnson operates off the bench. As a reserve this season (eight games), Johnson has averaged 10.1 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 23.9 minutes per game.

Johnson (toe) will play Sunday versus the Lakers.

Johnson will return from a three-game absence due to a left toe sprain. He is likely to reclaim his starting role, with Dorian Finney-Smith joining the second unit, although Brooklyn's official lineup will come closer to Sunday's 6:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Johnson is averaging 13.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists while knocking down 39.4 percent of 6.6 threes across his last five appearances.

Johnson (toe) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Lakers, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson is in danger of missing his fourth straight contest Sunday due to a left toe sprain. However, his upgraded status is a good sign that the 27-year-old forward is nearing a return to action. Dorian Finney-Smith will likely draw another start if Johnson is ruled out.

Johnson (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bulls, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson is slated to miss a third straight game due to a left toe sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus the Lakers. Cam Thomas, Dennis Schroder and Mikal Bridges should continue to play elevated minutes for the shorthanded Nets.

Johnson (toe) is inactive for Monday's game against Toronto and will be sidelined Wednesday against Washington as well, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson did not travel with the team, and his next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Chicago when the Nets return to Brooklyn. Cam Thomas will be due for a slightly enlarged role, while Jalen Wilson is averaging 8.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.6 minutes per game across his last eight appearances when Johnson has been unavailable.

Johnson has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Raptors due to a left big toe sprain, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson appeared in the last six matchups and started in his last two outings, but he'll be unavailable for Monday's game due to his toe injury. The severity of the issue isn't yet clear, but his next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against Washington. Dorian Finney-Smith will likely see increased run in Johnson's absence.

Johnson will start Thursday's game against the Bucks, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson will replace Dorian Finney-Smith who is sitting out with an ankle issue. In 45 starts this season, Johnson holds averages of 14.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.6 three-pointers.

Johnson (ankle) finished with 13 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 29 minutes Wednesday in the Nets' 114-106 loss to the Magic.

Johnson's return from a three-game absence brought the Brooklyn rotation back to full strength, save for Ben Simmons (back), who is out for the season. Though the Nets deployed Johnson off the bench while Mikal Bridges and Dorian Finney-Smith retained the starting forward roles, Johnson still picked up four more minutes than Finney-Smith and was the far better fantasy contributor. It's unclear whether Johnson will eventually supplant Finney-Smith on the top unit, but even if he doesn't, a 25-to-30-minute role would still be enough to make Johnson a viable option in 12-team leagues. Johnson isn't a fit for every roster in category leagues, however, as he's a plus asset in three-pointers but a neutral or negative contributor in every other category.

Johnson (ankle) is available but won't start Wednesday's game against the Magic.

Johnson is returning from a three-game absence due to an ankle sprain and will presumably be limited off the bench. As a reserve this season (four games), Johnson has averaged just 8.0 points and 3.5 rebounds in 21.5 minutes.

Johnson (ankle) said he will play Wednesday against the Magic, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson missed the past three games for Brooklyn, but he was carrying a probable tag prior to this update and his ankle has responded well in recent workouts. If he has any restrictions, those will likely be learned a little closer to tipoff.

Johnson (ankle) is considered probable for Wednesday's game against Orlando, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson is traveling with Brooklyn for the contest, which bodes well for his prospective return. His status could be determined during pregame warm-ups, but Johnson appears firmly on track to return from a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain.

Johnson (ankle) will not play Sunday versus the Cavaliers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson is sitting out Saturday against the Hornets, and he won't join the team for Sunday which will mark his third straight game on the sidelines. The good news for Brooklyn is that they will be getting Cam Thomas (ankle/foot) back into the mix.

Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will miss a second straight game after leaving Tuesday's win over the 76ers due to a right ankle sprain. He can be considered questionable, at best, for Sunday's matchup in Cleveland. While Johnson remains out, the Nets should get some offense firepower back, as Cam Thomas has been upgraded to probable.

Johnson (ankle) is out for Thursday's game versus the Pistons, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Little has already missed Phoenix's last four contests due to left knee inflammation and will remain out for at least another week. However, Little's continued absence shouldn't significantly affect the Suns' rotation.

Johnson won't return to Tuesday's game versus the 76ers due to a right ankle sprain, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports. He will finish six points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and one rebound in eight minutes.

Johnson briefly exited Tuesday's contest in the first quarter before returning. However, it appears that the ankle injury continued to nag bother the 27-year-old forward. Lonnie Walker has started the second half in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Detroit.

Johnson returned to Tuesday's game versus the 76ers with 3:16 remaining in the first quarter after exiting with a potential ankle injury, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson left Tuesday's contest with 6:55 remaining in the first quarter after landing on Kyle Lowry during a three-point attempt. However, Johnson only missed about three minutes of game action and is available to play out the remainder of the contest.

Johnson chipped in 18 points (6-15 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Monday's 106-102 loss to the Grizzlies.

Johnson didn't have his best shooting display, but he still posted a decent scoring line while also contributing in several categories across the board. Even though Mikal Bridges is the team's go-to player on offense, Johnson has been remarkably consistent as a second-best alternative. He's averaging 15.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.3 steals per contest since the league resumed following the All-Star break while also hitting the 18-point mark in his last three starts.

Johnson supplied 23 points (6-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 31 minutes during Saturday's 114-102 win over Atlanta.

Johnson has scored at least 20 points in back-to-back games, and surprisingly, this is the first time he's achieved that feat in the current campaign. Johnson holds a secondary role in the Nets' offensive scheme, but he certainly gives the offense another dimension when he's shooting the ball at a high clip. It's also worth noting he's now scored in double digits in four of his last five apperances.

Johnson registered 29 points (10-15 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one rebound, four assists and two steals over 30 minutes during Thursday's 124-97 victory over the Hawks.

Johnson had one of his most efficient performances of the season and not only led the Nets in scoring but also posted his best scoring mark of the campaign. Johnson has only scored 20 or more points five times in the current season, and while he's expected to remain a secondary piece in Brooklyn's offensive scheme, he should remain a capable fantasy performer across all formats. He's averaging 12.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 0.9 steals per game since the beginning of January.

Johnson is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Magic, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will replace Cam Thomas (ankle) in the starting five Tuesday. Johnson is averaging 13.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 28.2 minutes across his last five starting appearances.

Johnson provided 10 points (2-9 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds and one steal over 22 minutes during Saturday's 101-86 loss to the Timberwolves.

Johnson led all bench players in Saturday's contest in scoring while pacing the Nets second unit in rebounds in a balanced performance in a losing effort. Johnson had a bounce-back outing after failing to reach double figures the last two games, ending as one of five Brooklyn players with a double-digit point total. Johnson has recorded 10 or more points with seven or more boards in seven contests this year.

Johnson (adductor) tallied four points (1-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one block across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 136-86 loss to the Celtics.

Johnson made his return from a four-game absence due to adductor tightness, but based on how he performed Wednesday, the Nets may have in hindsight preferred to have held him out. In fairness, Johnson didn't get much support from his teammates Wednesday, as the Celtics ran the Nets out of the gym early and built a 36-point halftime lead. Fantasy managers shouldn't get too discouraged by Johnson's modest minutes total either, as it likely isn't an accurate representation of what he'll receive in a competitive game moving forward. No Nets player logged more than 26 minutes in the blowout loss, and all 14 active players saw at least eight minutes. With the All-Star break on the horizon, Johnson and the Nets will have plenty of time to regroup before the team returns to action Feb. 22 versus Toronto.

Johnson (thigh) is available to play in Wednesday's game against Boston.

Johnson has missed the past four games for Brooklyn, but it's a good sign if the Nets are allowing him to play right before the All-Star break. The Nets are usually pretty cautious, so Johnson could potentially have restrictions Wednesday evening.

Coach Jacque Vaughn said Tuesday that Johnson (thigh) is on track to play in Wednesday's game versus the Celtics, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson has already been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against Boston but appears likely to play in Wednesday's rematch. Johnson will likely replace Dorian Finney-Smith in the starting lineup if he's upgraded to available.

Johnson (adductor) has been ruled out against the Celtics Tuesday.

He'll miss his fourth straight game due to adductor tightness with Ben Simmons likely continuing to start in his absence. Johnson does appear to be getting closer to a return and was recently spotted doing some on-court work, and his next chance to suit up will be on Wednesday in a rematch at Boston.

Johnson (adductor) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Spurs and will be re-evaluated next week, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson has already been ruled out Thursday and will miss his third straight contest Saturday due to left adductor tightness. Ben Simmons will likely continue to start in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Boston.

Johnson (adductor) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Cavaliers, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Johnson will miss his second straight contest Thursday due to left adductor tightness. Ben Simmons started the previous game in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Spurs.

Johnson (groin) will not play Tuesday versus Dallas.

Johnson exited Monday's loss to the Warriors after dealing with adductor soreness, and injury will cost him Tuesday's game. Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is out as well, likely leaving Royce O'Neale in line for a large workload while Trendon Watford could enter the rotation. Ben Simmons (back) is also active Tuesday.

Johnson (hip) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against Dallas, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.

Johnson left Monday's loss to the Warriors after experiencing adductor soreness and will likely be sidelined for at least one game. If he's downgraded to out, his next chance to suit up would come Thursday versus Cleveland. With Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) and Lonnie Walker (hamstring) both out, Royce O'Neale could move into the starting lineup versus the Mavericks.

Johnson didn't return to Monday's game against the Warriors after experiencing adductor soreness, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson had his minutes limited during the second half, and he was ultimately unable to re-enter the contest down the stretch of the fourth quarter. His status is now in question for Tuesday's matchup against the Mavericks, and he'll likely be evaluated again in the morning.

Johnson (personal) isn't on the Nets' injury report for Monday's game versus the Jazz, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson missed Saturday's win over Houston due to personal reasons, but it appears he'll return to action Monday. He should reclaim a starting role, as Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out. Over his last 13 appearances (all starts), Johnson has averaged 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 27.8 minutes per game.

Johnson won't play in Saturday's game against Houston for personal reasons.

This update comes from the official injury report, and it's not clear if Johnson will be back in time for Monday's game against Utah. In Johnson's absence, guys like Royce O'Neale, Cam Thomas and Lonnie Walker could be asked to step up.

Johnson (shoulder) is available for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Johnson was questionable for Thursday's matchup, but he'll be able to suit up despite his shoulder injury. Over his last four appearances, he's averaged 12.8 points, 4.5 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 26.0 minutes per game.

Johnson (left shoulder contusion) is questionable for Thursday's game against Minnesota, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson must have tweaked his shoulder during Tuesday's game, but we'll have a better idea on his status for Thursday based on his activity level at shootaround. If he's not able to give it a go, that would result in more opportunity for guys like Cam Thomas and Royce O'Neale.

Johnson amassed 19 points (7-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and two assists over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 108-103 loss to the Knicks.

The fifth-year forward produced his best scoring effort since he dropped 24 points on the Pistons on Boxing Day. Johnson's had a disappointing season so far, and his numbers have been trending in the wrong direction overall -- through 10 games in January he's averaging just 11.8 points, 3.9 boards, 3.1 assists and 2.4 threes while shooting 38.6 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent from the free-throw line. Without a clear explanation for his shooting woes, Johnson's a tough player to keep active, but the upside he showed in 2022-23 makes him risky to drop.

Johnson ended with 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists and one block in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 105-103 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Johnson scored no more than 15 points for the fifth time in the past six games, continuing to struggle with his shot. He has been well outside the top 250 over the past two weeks, averaging just 9.6 points per game on 32.7 percent shooting. He will be better than this but managers may have to recalibrate when projecting his fantasy value moving forward. Based on what we have seen this season, he could be on the outside looking in when it comes to the top 100.

Johnson closed Wednesday's 112-101 loss to the Rockets with 15 points (6-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one block over 32 minutes.

Johnson didn't have a good performance Wednesday, though his 15 points were enough to end up as one of the Nets' primary scorers in a game where the team only tallied 101 total points. Johnson has been consistent of late, scoring at least 15 points in seven of his last eight contests while shooting an impressive 55.9 percent from the field in that span.

Johnson finished Tuesday's 112-85 loss to the Pelicans with 17 points (6-for-12 FG, 5-9 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 26 minutes.

Cam Johnson was responsible for five of the Nets' 11 three-point makes in Tuesday's loss. Only three Brooklyn players -- Johnson, Mikal Bridges and Day'Ron Sharpe -- scored in double-digits in a game when the Nets scored just 34 points in the first half. Johnson is averaging 17.0 points on 50.0 percent shooting over his last 10 games.

Johnson (knee) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Wizards, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson will return to action Friday after missing Wednesday's game versus the Bucks due to right knee injury management. Johnson will likely reclaim his starting spot from Royce O'Neale.

Johnson has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Milwaukee due to right knee injury management, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Johnson had appeared in the Nets' last 22 games, but he'll be one of several key contributors sidelined Wednesday in the second half of a back-to-back set. His next chance to suit up will be Friday against the Wizards. Royce O'Neale, Mikal Bridges and Trendon Watford are candidates to see increased run Wednesday, especially if Dorian Finney-Smith (knee) is ruled out.

Johnson had 24 points (9-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 118-112 victory over the Pistons.

Johnson led the way with 24 points including 4-of-6 from the perimeter, helping the Nets to a narrow victory. It's been an indifferent season for Johnson, doing enough to be rostered everywhere, yet remaining somewhat underwhelming. Managers should perhaps view this as a potential sell-high opportunity, especially if he can string a few productive games together.

Johnson closed with 20 points (8-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds and two assists across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 121-102 loss to the Knicks.

After scoring just seven points in his previous outing, Johnson had his highest points total since Nov. 22 in Wednesday's loss. Johnson continues to be one of the league's best long-range shooters, as he is shooting 41.9 percent on 6.2 three-point attempts per contest over his last 10 appearances.

Johnson notched seven points (2-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 27 minutes during Monday's 125-108 loss to the Jazz.

Johnson scored in single digits for just the third time this season. Coming into the contest, he averaged 14.5 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 29.2 minutes per game over 17 appearances since returning to action following a multi-week absence due to injury. Some fantasy managers were expecting a breakout season for the sharpshooter in his first full campaign with Brooklyn, but that hasn't been the case yet, though the injury to begin the season -- plus the emergence of Cam Thomas -- may be playing a part in his modest role thus far.

Johnson supplied 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds and five assists across 29 minutes during Saturday's 124-120 loss to Golden State.

Johnson really couldn't get going in the loss, scoring 13 points on 5-of-12 shooting. The five assists were somewhat of a surprise, salvaging an otherwise poor night. He has scored fewer than 20 points in 11 consecutive games, continuing his serviceable yet underwhelming season. He is outside the top 100 for the season but should be able to push back inside the top 80 at some point.

Johnson produced 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and two steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 116-112 victory over the Suns.

Johnson did a little of everything Wednesday, finishing as one of five Nets with double-digit scoring and adding five boards and four dimes. He also had a solid night on the defensive end, racking up multiple thefts and blocks for the first time this season. The defensive numbers were a nice surprise for fantasy managers who are used to getting very little from Johnson in that area -- prior to Wednesday, he had tallied a combined two steals and zero blocks over his past seven contests. He's been a pretty consistent middle-of-the-road scorer of late, though, posting between 10 and 19 points in eight of his past nine games.

Johnson had 15 points (6-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 131-118 loss to the Kings.

Johnson has settled himself as a reliable 15-point scorer who can contribute to other categories as well, though he's not expected to lead Brooklyn offensively on a regular basis. His numbers back that up, as he's averaging 14.7 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game over his last 10 outings. That kind of consistency is useful in most formats, particularly in category-based leagues.

Johnson amassed 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 114-113 victory over the Hawks.

Johnson has now scored 14-plus points in seven of his last nine games as he provides a consistent scoring punch behind Mikal Bridges and Cam Thomas. He's also put up at least five rebounds in all but two games this season and is averaging a career-high 5.9 boards per game.

Johnson (leg) is good to go for Tuesday's game versus the Raptors, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

As expected, Johnson has been upgraded from probable to available and will play after leaving Sunday's win over Chicago early due to cramps. Over his last eight appearances, Johnson has averaged 15.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 29.9 minutes per game.

Johnson was active at shootaround and plans to play Tuesday night against Toronto, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson exited Sunday's win over the Bulls due to leg cramps, but he expressed that the incident was minor and that he's feeling fine in advance of Tuesday's game. Johnson is still listed as probable but will likely shed his injury designation prior to tipoff.

Johnson (leg) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson left Sunday's win over the Bulls due to right leg cramps but should be able to play Tuesday. Since returning from a seven-game absence due to a calf injury, Johnson has scored in double figures in eight consecutive contests, averaging 15.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 29.9 minutes during that stretch.

Johnson (leg) won't return to Sunday's game against the Bulls, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson left Sunday's game in the third quarter and will not return due to right leg cramps. It would be shocking if Johnson is forced to miss any time after this game. The 27-year-old finished Sunday's game with 10 points, six assists and four rebounds in 22 minutes.

Johnson ended Wednesday's 147-145 overtime loss to Atlanta with 23 points (8-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals over 38 minutes.

The fifth-year forward scored 20 or more points for the second time in the last four games, and Johnson may be rounding into form after missing seven games early in the season with a calf injury. He posted career-best numbers over 25 games for the Nets in 2022-23, and the early returns this season indicate they were no fluke -- since returning from the injury, he's averaging 15.5 points, 5.0 boards, 2.8 threes, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 30.3 minutes a night.

Johnson chipped in nine points (3-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 28 minutes during Sunday's 121-99 loss to Philadelphia.

Johnson struggled with his shot and scored in single digits for the first time this season. Since returning from a seven-game absence due to a strained left calf, the sharpshooter has averaged 14.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 0.8 steals in 28.8 minutes per game over five appearances. However, during that stretch, he has shot just 38.7 percent from the field, so a boom could be incoming once he gets closer to the 47.0 percent mark he posted in 2022-23.

Johnson racked up 20 points (7-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and three steals over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 victory over the Magic.

Johnson continues to look better with each game, scoring a season-high 20 points in the victory. While he doesn't have the ceiling of someone like Mikal Bridges, Johnson's ability to be a reliable scorer, as well as a sneaky defensive contributor makes him a must-roster player in all formats. If for some reason he was dropped in your league, go and rectify that at once.

Johnson logged 14 points (5-16 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and one assist across 35 minutes in Sunday's 102-94 win over the Wizards.

In his second appearance following a seven-game absence due to a calf strain, Johnson struggled to find his shooting touch, but fantasy managers had to be heartened by the big minutes load he handled. Johnson had previously been limited to 25 minutes in his return to the lineup for Friday's 121-107 loss to the Celtics, but based on the level of playing he received Sunday, he'll be free of restrictions moving forward. With early season standout Cam Thomas (ankle) expected to remain sidelined until the latter part of November, Johnson should continue to have a path to double-digit field-goal attempts on a regular basis.

Johnson (calf) is available for Friday's game against Boston.

Johnson has been sidelined since the Nets' regular-season opener due to a strained left calf, but he was probable for Friday's matchup and will officially be able to return. It wouldn't be surprising to see him face a minutes limit during his first game back.

Johnson (calf) is probable for Friday's matchup at the Celtics, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Johnson suffered a strained left calf in the opener and hasn't played since. He's expected to play Friday, which is a needed boost for a Nets team that just lost Cam Thomas (ankle) for at least two weeks. Johnson may be on a minutes limit in his presumed return against the Celtics.

Johnson (calf) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Johnson recently went through a stint with the G League and appears to be on the verge of a return. His next chance to play will be Friday against the Celtics. Royce O'Neale will continue to see heavy minutes in the meantime.

Johnson (calf) was assigned to the G League's Long Island Nets on Wednesday, freelance NBA journalist Billy Reinhardt reports.

Johnson remains doubtful for Brooklyn's game against the Clippers on Wednesday due to his calf strain, but he'll have an opportunity to practice with the G League club. While it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action, he appears to be trending in the right direction.

Johnson (calf) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, NBA freelance journalist Billy Reinhardt reports.

Johnson has missed six straight games due to a calf strain he suffered during the season opener. While he'll likely miss a seventh consecutive contest Wednesday, this is the first time he's listed as something other than out since the injury, so it can be viewed as a positive step forward. Johnson's next chance to play will come Friday in Boston, but he figures to face a minutes restriction when he is cleared to suit up again.

Johnson (calf) will be re-evaluated in 10 days, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

An MRI on Sunday night revealed a strain, so the Nets will shut him down for 10 days. That means the earliest we could see Johnson return to the floor is Nov. 10 against the Celtics. Cam Thomas has been red hot to start the season and will continue to see expanded opportunities with Johnson sidelined.

Johnson (calf) won't play Monday against the Hornets, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson was initially diagnosed with a left calf contusion, but the team is now describing it as a strain. The sharpshooter will miss a second straight game Monday and may be subject to a longer absence given the development. Nic Claxton will also be out Monday, so Cam Thomas and Dorian Finney-Smith should remain in the starting lineup versus Charlotte.

The Nets consider Johnson (calf) as day-to-day heading into Monday's matchup with the Hornets, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson was sidelined for Friday's loss to the Mavericks due to a bruised calf. With Nic Claxton (ankle) also sidelined, Cam Thomas and Dorian Finney-Smith ultimately entered the starting lineup. Head coach Jacque Vaughn sounds optimistic regarding Monday's potential return for Johnson, but more clarity will come as tip-off approaches.

Johnson (calf) won't play in Friday's game versus Dallas, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a left calf contusion. Dorian Finney-Smith and Royce O'Neale will likely receive increased minutes in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Charlotte.

Johnson is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks due to a left calf contusion, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson was a late addition to Friday's injury report, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for the second game of the regular season. He missed the preseason with a hamstring injury and had a minutes restriction during Wednesday's opener against Cleveland, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him limited if he's available Friday. Dorian Finney-Smith and Royce O'Neale would likely see increased run if Johnson is sidelined.

Johnson (hamstring) will start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Cavaliers, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.

Johnson missed the entire preseason schedule due to a hamstring injury and is expected to be limited Wednesday, but he'll still start the contest. Dorian Finney-Smith and Royce O'Neal are still candidates to see increased roles off the bench while Johnson is limited.

Nets coach Jacque Vaughn said that Johnson (hamstring) fully practiced Saturday and won't play long stretches in Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Evan Barnes of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Johnson didn't play this preseason while recovering from a hamstring injury but is set to play in Brooklyn's regular-season opener. Dorian Finney-Smith, Ben Simmons and Royce O'Neale are candidates to receive extended roles while Johnson's minutes are limited.

Johnson (hamstring) won't play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Heat, but coach Jacque Vaughn hopes the small forward returns to practice Saturday, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will ultimately end up missing the Nets' entire preseason schedule due to a hamstring injury he suffered during a workout prior to training camp. It sounds like he's nearing the end of his rehab, but he'll likely need to get at least a few practices in before he's cleared for game action. Brooklyn opens the regular season against Cleveland on Oct. 25.

Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the 76ers, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Johnson continues to deal with a hamstring injury and will be unavailable for a third consecutive exhibition game. His final chance to suit up during the preseason will be Wednesday against Miami.

Johnson (hamstring) won't play Thursday against Israeli club Maccabi Ra'anana, Evan Barnes of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Johnson didn't play in the preseason opener either, and it seems the team is trying to be cautious with him, especially since hamstring injuries can get complicated easily. His next chance to feature in preseason will come against the 76ers next Monday, though at the end of the day, Johnson will aim to be ready for the start of the 2023-24 regular season.

Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game versus the Lakers, Evan Barnes reports.

Johnson suffered a mild left hamstring injury last week that will cause him to miss the team's preseason opener. While it's unclear if the Nets will opt to have Johnson play at all during the preseason, there is no indication that he will miss any regular-season action.

Johnson suffered a mild left hamstring injury and will miss the start of training camp, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports.

Johnson picked up the injury a week ago, but it's just getting reported ahead of media day. Hamstring injuries can linger if not treated properly, so it's not a surprise to see the Nets exercise caution. Because it's considered mild, this likely won't impact Johnson's ADP too much.

The Nets signed Johnson to a four-year, $108 million contract Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Johnson was traded from Phoenix to Brooklyn mid-way through the 2022-23 season and will stay with the franchise for at least four more years. In 25 games for the Nets, he averaged 16.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.4 steals in 30.8 minutes. Johnson is only 27 years old, is an efficient shooter from the perimeter, and seems to be a building block for Brooklyn alongside Mikal Bridges.

Johnson ended Thursday's 102-97 loss to the 76ers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals with 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and four assists in 44 minutes.

Johnson put forth another strong offensive performance in Thursday's Game 3 loss, finishing as one of four Nets players with 15 or more points while coming up three points shy of the 20-point mark. Johnson, who tallied his highest assist total of the postseason thus far, has scored at least 15 points in all three playoff games.

Johnson posted 28 points (11-19 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 41 minutes during Monday's 96-84 loss to the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Johnson led all Nets players in scoring and threes made while finishing two points short of the 30-point mark in Monday's Game 2 loss on the road. Johnson, who scored 22 of his 28 points in the first half, posted 25 or more points in four games during the regular season and has tallied at least 15 points in both postseason contests.

Johnson finished Saturday's 121-101 loss to the 76ers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals with 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes.

Johnson is enjoying his more prominent offensive role with the Nets compared to what he had in Phoenix. Despite the fact the Nets lost by 20 points, Johnson was efficient from the field and registered 15 or more points for the sixth time across his last seven appearances dating back to the regular season. He should continue playing a decent offensive role in Game 2 of the series Monday.

Johnson (knee) isn't on the injury report for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round against Philadelphia on Saturday, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

Johnson managed a right knee injury during the Nets' regular-season finale Sunday, but he'll be back in action Saturday as the playoffs begin. He's scored in double figures in eight consecutive appearances, averaging 18.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 31.0 minutes per game.

Johnson is out for Sunday's regular-season finale against the 76ers due to right knee injury management, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.

The Nets will give Johnson some time off ahead of the playoff series against the 76ers. Johnson missed 37 consecutive games earlier in the season with a right knee injury. Since the All-Star break, he's averaged 16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.4 steals in 30.8 minutes.

Johnson had 18 points (7-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist and four steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 101-84 victory over the Magic.

Johnson was one of the best players for the Nets in this one, and he's enjoying a more significant role on offense than he had in Phoenix. Johnson is ending the regular season on a strong note, scoring in double digits in each of his last eight appearances, but given the Nets have nothing to play for in the final contest of the regular season, it wouldn't be shocking if Brooklyn decides to give him some extra rest ahead of a playoff matchup against the Sixers.

Johnson had 18 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds and two assists in 32 minutes during Sunday's 111-110 win over the Jazz.

Johnson attempted single-digit field goals for the first time over his last five games but was efficient, and this allowed him to surpass the 15-point mark for the third straight contest. While he hasn't had the impact of other new players such as Mikal Bridges or Spencer Dinwiddie, there's no question Johnson has a bigger role in Brooklyn than the one he had in Phoenix. He's averaging 16.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game over his last 10 contests.

Johnson provided 31 points (11-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 123-114 win over the Rockets.

Johnson had his shot working from every spot on the floor in this one, drilling 61.1 percent of his tries from the field while scoring 15 of his 31 points from beyond the arc. He also contributed on the defensive end by recording at least one block and one steal in a game for the first time since March 19. Johnson is averaging 16.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 steals through 14 March appearances.

Johnson closed with 23 points (9-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Saturday's 129-100 victory over Miami.

Johnson was efficient from the field and scored at least 20 points for the fifth time as a Net. The sharpshooter continues to garner more offensive responsibility with his new squad and is averaging 16.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.4 steals in 30.2 minutes across his first 18 games with Brooklyn.

Johnson finished with 14 points (5-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four steals, two assists and one block in 34 minutes in Sunday's 108-102 loss to the Nuggets.

Though fantasy managers roster Johnson primarily for his three-pointers and efficient scoring, the 27-year-old deviated from the norm and delivered most of his value Sunday on the defensive end. The four steals matched a season high for Johnson, who is now averaging 1.5 per game since joining Brooklyn in February.

Johnson closed Tuesday's 121-107 loss to Oklahoma City with 23 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-8 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal over 39 minutes.

Johnson contributed across the board in this one and nearly secured a double-double with his work on the glass. He put together his best scoring performance since March 1 and also recorded a steal in his second straight game. The North Carolina product is averaging 17.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.9 assists so far in March (seven games).

Johnson (knee) is available for Friday's matchup at Minnesota.

After a handful of Nets players got the night off during Thursday's loss to the Bucks, they'll all be back Friday against the Timberwolves, minus Ben Simmons (knee, back). Johnson is coming off his worst game as a member of the Nets, posting eight points against the Rockets. He's looked good in general, though, averaging 18.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 steals after the All-Star break.

Johnson is out for Thursday's game against the Bucks due to right knee soreness, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Johnson will get some rest on the front end of Brooklyn's Thursday-Friday back-to-back. He's coming off his first single-digit scoring performance as a member of the Nets. In his absence, we may see more Joe Harris, Cam Thomas, Seth Curry or Yuta Watanabe.

Johnson produced 33 points (13-18 FG, 7-11 3Pt), two rebounds and one block across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 142-118 loss to the Knicks.

Johnson was efficient from the field and led Brooklyn in scoring, but his efforts were not enough, as the Nets still suffered a blowout loss against their fierce rivals. This was Johnson's best game since joining the Nets by a wide margin, and he's averaging 19.0 points per game since being traded.

Johnson closed Tuesday's 118-104 loss to the Bucks with 19 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and four steals across 29 minutes.

The fourth-year forward has scored in double digits in all six games he's played for Brooklyn since heading east in the Kevin Durant trade. Johnson's averaging 16.7 points, 3.8 boards, 2.3 threes, 1.8 steals and 1.5 assists over that stretch, and he's getting an opportunity to grow into a bigger role on a Nets squad that's trying to replace superstar power with roster balance.

Johnson closed with 27 points (10-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 36 minutes during Sunday's 129-127 loss to Atlanta.

Johnson is enjoying a more significant role on offense after being traded from the Suns in the deal that sent Kevin Durant to Phoenix, and this was his second-best scoring mark of the entire campaign, as he finished with 29 points all the way back on a Nov. 1 win over the Timberwolves when he was still a member of the Suns. Johnson is firmly entrenched as a starter for the Nets and is averaging 16.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 steals per game since moving to Brooklyn.

Johnson ended Saturday's 101-98 loss to Philadelphia with 12 points (4-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and three steals across 28 minutes.

Johnson moved straight into the starting lineup Saturday, making his debut for the Nets. While his shooting was a little wayward, he added three steals to his 12 points, rewarding those managers who held despite the uncertainty in recent days. It appears as though he is going to be a key piece for his new team, landing in a role that could afford him at least 30 minutes per night. Given the need for him to score, there is a chance he ends the season as a top-60 player.

Johnson will start in his Nets debut Saturday against the 76ers, Christian Arnold of Associated Press reports.

Nic Claxton is the only pre-deadline starter left in the lineup following the Nets dealing Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Johnson starts alongside former Suns teammate Mikal Bridges, plus Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith. Away from Chris Paul and Devin Booker, Johnson may get more touches on this new-look Brooklyn squad.

Johnson (trade) will make his Nets debut during Saturday's matchup against the 76ers, Alec Sturm of NetsDaily.com reports.

Johnson was included in the blockbuster deal between the Nets and the Suns that brought Kevin Durant to Phoenix. The fourth-year pro out of UNC has appeared in just 17 games this season due to a knee injury that kept him sidelined for 37 consecutive contests from Nov. 5 through Jan. 16. However, he's looked good, averaging 13.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 25.2 minutes while shooting 47/46/82. Given the drastic changes the Nets underwent by dealing KD and Kyrie Irving, roles remain murky. That said, Johnson should be one of the team's centerpieces and may have an opportunity for the highest usage rate of his career. We'll learn more over the next few games.

Johnson (trade pending) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Philadelphia.

Johnson and Mikal Bridges are questionable Saturday after missing the first opportunity to make their Nets debuts Thursday. Both were acquired in exchange for Kevin Durant, along with Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith. It appears that Johnson will be a game-time decision Saturday, although Dinwiddie and Finney-Smith were able to suit up against Chicago.

Johnson was traded to the Nets as part of a blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to Phoenix on Wednesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Johnson will be joined by Mikal Bridges in Brooklyn following the massive trade. Considering the Nets also acquired Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith a few days ago, it's unclear where Johnson and Bridges will fall in the Nets' depth chart. Johnson will likely battle with the aforementioned Bridges and Finney-Smith, as well as Joe Harris, Royce O'Neale and T.J. Warren on the wing. However, Johnson has shown promise as a starter in Phoenix, averaging 13.9 points and 3.8 rebounds while shooting 45.5 percent from deep in 25.2 minutes per game this season.

Johnson contributed 20 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 22 minutes during Saturday's 116-100 victory over Detroit.

After sitting out last game (knee), Johnson returned to the starting lineup and put up his fourth 20-point game of the season. For the second straight game, he saw less minutes than Torrey Craig, and other than two steals he didn't add much in the other major categories. In his 16 games played this season, the 26-year-old forward is only averaging 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.9 steals, so when the scoring isn't there, Johnson still isn't providing much fantasy value.

Johnson (knee) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

As expected, Johnson returns to the starting lineup after he was omitted from the injury report and after a one-game absence. This means Dario Saric will head back to a bench role after posting a double-double Friday. Johnson is averaging 13.1 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game across 14 starts this season.

Johnson (knee) will be active for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson sat out Friday's game against the Celtics for injury management purposes and, as expected, will be available Saturday. However, Johnson has seen his minutes fluctuate as of late, playing 15, 26, and 32 minutes in his last three contests, respectively.

Johnson has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Celtics due to right knee injury management.

Johnson has struggled over his last two appearances, totaling just 10 points (3-16 FG, 2-9 3Pt), four rebounds and two steals in 41 minutes. He'll take the first night of the Suns' upcoming back-to-back set off to rest the knee injury that cost him over two months earlier in the season, but the sharpshooter will presumably be back in action Saturday versus Detroit.

Johnson closed Wednesday's 132-100 loss to the Hawks with six points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and one rebound over 15 minutes.

Johnson scored at least 15 points in four of his five appearances after returning from a lengthy absence, but he's totaled just 10 points over his last two outings while shooting just 18.8 percent from the floor during that time. Across his six appearances since returning to action, he's averaged 14.0 points and 4.4 rebounds in 25.0 minutes per game.

Johnson registered four points (1-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two steals in 26 minutes during Monday's 114-106 victory over the Raptors.

Coming into the contest, Johnson had averaged 20.3 points while shooting 62.9 percent from the field and 66.7 percent from three over his last three appearances. That stretch seemed unlikely to continue, but his performance Monday also appears like an outlier. Johnson's true value lands somewhere in the middle, but more importantly, it appears like the sharpshooter will continue playing 25-35 minutes per game and should be a quality option moving forward, especially with Devin Booker (groin) still sidelined.

Johnson logged 22 points (8-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and one block across 33 minutes during Thursday's 99-95 loss to the Mavericks.

Johnson has scored at least 20 points while shining from beyond the arc for the second game in a row, and he kept the momentum going after putting up 24 points (9-11 FG, 6-7 3Pt) in Tuesday's win over the Hornets. Johnson has made just four appearances since missing more than two months due to a nagging knee injury, but he has scored at least 19 points in three of those contests, and while he's bound to regress at some point, he's certainly making his presence felt on the offensive end of the court.

Johnson had 24 points (9-11 FG, 6-7 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists over 18 minutes during Tuesday's 128-97 victory over the Hornets.

Johnson led the Suns with 24 points on a stellar night from beyond the arc. He looked sharp in just his third game back since returning from a torn meniscus and has now scored 19 or more points in two of his last three contests.

Johnson had eight points (3-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 29 minutes during Sunday's 112-110 win over the Grizzlies.

Johnson came back to earth in the loss, turning in a must more subdued performance when compared to his return game. Poor production aside, the fact he played 29 minutes has to be seen as a positive. The Suns really need his scoring punch, and so while there could be a few ups and downs, Johnson is clearly a must-roster player across all formats.

Johnson will start Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Johnson missed a stretch of 37 games from Nov. 5 through mid-January while battling a torn meniscus, but he made his long-awaited return Thursday against the Nets. While Johnson was held out of Saturday night's win over the Pacers, he'll be back in the starting lineup Sunday for the first time since Nov. 4. Johnson will likely require a few more games to work back up to speed, but he should eventually return to being a strong source of made three-pointers.

Johnson (knee) isn't listed on the Suns' injury report for Sunday's game against Memphis, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson sat out the first half of the Suns' back-to-back set Saturday due to right knee injury maintenance, but as expected, he'll return to action Sunday. The sharpshooter made his first appearance Thursday since Nov. 4 and scored 19 points across 22 minutes. He figures to garner a similar role against the Grizzlies.

Johnson (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will get the first night of the Suns' back-to-back set off as he continues to work his way back to full strength from a meniscus injury. He posted 19 points and six rebounds in 22 minutes during his return to action Thursday and, barring a setback, should garner a similar role against the Grizzlies on Sunday.

Johnson closed with 19 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 22 minutes during Thursday's 117-112 victory over Brooklyn.

Johnson played just 22 minutes off the bench and yet had an immediate impact in his return from injury. It's fair to say his return couldn't have gone any better, with managers certainly getting more than they expected. He will remain on a minute restriction for at least a few more games, although based on this performance, he appears good to go, and can be activated across all formats.

Johnson (knee) will face a minutes restriction Thursday against the Nets, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Coach Monty Williams shared that Johnson's minutes would be capped Thursday and likely for the next couple of games. The Suns' coach also shared that Johnson should see his minutes increase moving forward. As for now, Torrey Craig will likely continue to pick up extra minutes while Johnson works his way back to his typical workload.

Head coach Monty Williams indicated Wednesday that Johnson (knee) will return to action Thursday against the Nets, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson hasn't appeared in a contest since Nov. 4 due to a meniscus tear in his right knee that required surgery. While the 26-year-old previously started all of his eight appearances, Johnson will presumably face a minutes restriction following the long layoff. Once he has fully reintegrated with the team, Johnson should reclaim a starting spot and healthy minutes for Phoenix. In the seven games prior to his early departure, Johnson averaged 14.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.3 steals over 28.1 minutes per game.

Johnson (knee) plans to make his return in Thursday's game versus the Nets, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Johnson hasn't played since Nov. 4 after undergoing right knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus. The 26-year-old forward had started in all eight of his appearances this season, so he will likely replace Torrey Craig in the starting five at some point. However, Johnson may be on a minutes restriction in his first couple of games back.

Johnson (knee) took part in Sunday's practice and will remain out Monday against the Grizzlies, but appears to be close to a return, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Chris Haynes of BleacherReport.com reported Friday that Johnson expects to return to action shortly after the Suns conclude their road trip with Monday's game in Memphis. The 26-year-old has been sidelined since Nov. 4 after recovering surgery to address a torn meniscus in his right knee, but he recently resumed participating in full practices and may need to turn in only a few more workouts before the Suns feel comfortable with him from a conditioning standpoint. He could be a candidate to return to the lineup for the start of the Suns' homestand Thursday against the Nets, though he may be under a minutes limit if he gets cleared for that game.

Suns head coach Monty Williams said Saturday that Johnson (knee) is getting closer in terms of checking off boxes in his recovery from his Nov. 4 meniscus surgery, hasn't yet been cleared to participate in full-contact drills, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson will be sidelined for a 33rd consecutive game Sunday against the Cavaliers, and given Williams' comments, the 26-year-old can mostly likely be ruled out for both ends of the Suns' Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back set at Golden State and Denver, respectively, to open up the team's three-game week. Though Johnson's extended absence has made it tough on fantasy managers who have rostered him throughout the two-month hiatus from game action, he appears close to playing again and is likely worth holding in the majority of leagues. Johnson was averaging 13.0 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.8 three-pointers, 1.8 assists and 1.1 steals in 25.3 minutes per game in eight outings prior to suffering the right knee injury and should be looking at a sizable role whenever he's cleared to play again.

Johnson (knee) will miss Friday's game versus the Heat, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

While Johnson has made some progress in his recovery, it doesn't sound like he's quite ready to retake the floor yet. Still, the team is taking it game-by-game with his status, so his next opportunity to suit up surfaces Sunday against the Cavaliers.

Johnson (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Cavaliers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson hasn't played since Nov. 4 due to right knee surgery. He's reportedly participating in drills but has yet to advance to non-contact work, which suggests he'll remain sidelined for at least a few more games. However, the Suns are content handling his status on a game-by-game basis, so Johnson's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Miami.

Johnson (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Johnson hasn't stepped on the hardwood since Nov. 4, and it was recently reported he was participating in drills and not in contact work, so he still has a lot of hurdles to go through before returning to the court. His next chance to play will come Wednesday on the road against the Cavaliers, but it wouldn't be shocking if he has to miss a few more games before being cleared to return.

Johnson (knee) won't take the floor Friday versus the Raptors.

Johnson is on the road trip with Phoenix, suggesting he could have an opportunity to make his return from a lengthy layoff before it concludes next Wednesday in Cleveland. He will have two more chances to do so, beginning Monday versus the Knicks.

Johnson (knee), who will remain out for Wednesday's game in Washington, joined the Suns for their six-game road trip that began Sunday in Denver, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Though Johnson's presence on the trip can be seen as a promising sign, head coach Monty Williams wasn't willing to commit to the forward or rehabbing guard Cameron Payne (foot) being available at any point during the trip, which concludes Jan. 4 in Cleveland. According to Rankin, both Johnson and Payne were spotted taking part in drills this past Sunday involving lateral movement and resistance training, but both will need to mix into practices before being deemed ready for game action. Johnson has been sidelined since Nov. 4 while recovering from surgery to repair a torn meniscus, with the injury disrupting what had been a strong start to the season for the 26-year-old.

Johnson (knee) did some shooting on the court prior to Saturday's 118-114 win over the Pelicans but has yet to resume practicing with the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports. "He's looked good. I've been checking him out in the weight room, watching him do things in there, and then coming out shooting with us. Obviously a huge step," teammate Torrey Craig said of Johnson, who has been sidelined since Nov. 4 after undergoing meniscus surgery.

Though Johnson doesn't appear to have experienced any setbacks in his recovery from surgery, the fact that he's not yet taking part in full-court, 5-on-5 scrimmaging at practice suggests that his return to game action isn't imminent. Expect Johnson to miss the entirety of the Suns' upcoming four-game week, and the 26-year-old could have a tough time gaining clearance before the 2022 portion of Phoenix's schedule comes to an end.

Johnson (knee) remains out for Sunday's contest against the Pelicans and is without a clear timeline to return to game action.

Johnson underwent surgery Nov. 8 to remove a portion of the meniscus from his right knee and was projected for a 1-to-2-month recovery time. He's now past the one-month mark in his recovery, but the Suns have yet to provide information on when he might be ready to practice again, much less play. On a positive note, Johnson hasn't been shut down from activities entirely; Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic relays that the fourth-year forward was spotted taking part in the Suns' morning shootaround ahead of Wednesday's loss to the Celtics.

Johnson underwent surgery Tuesday to remove part of his meniscus and will be sidelined for 1-2 months, Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reports.

Johnson suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee during Friday's loss to the Trail Blazers. There was concern that maybe the fourth-year forward would miss the entire season following surgery, but he appears to have avoided a more significant procedure and could return to game action before the All-Star break. Before the injury, Johnson scored in double figures in five of seven appearances and was shooting 44 percent from three. Torrey Craig has replaced Johnson in the starting five the past two games, but Damion Lee, Landry Shamet and Dario Saric are also candidates for increased roles while Johnson is sidelined.

The Suns confirmed Johnson suffered a torn meniscus Sunday, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

The Suns believed Johnson suffered a serious knee injury, and this represents a huge blow to the team on both ends of the court. There's no timetable for his return, but the former UNC standout will be out for an extended period of time. Torrey Craig started Saturday against the Trail Blazers and is expected to remain in the starting lineup for the foreseeable future.

The Suns fear Johnson suffered a torn meniscus Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

More testing is necessary, but this is a tough blow for the Suns and Johnson either way, as the forward will presumably be sidelined for an extended period. In his absence, more minutes will be available for the likes of Torrey Craig, Damion Lee, Landry Shamet and Cameron Payne. However, none of them may be relevant in standard fantasy leagues for the duration of Johnson's absence.

Johnson (knee) will miss Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson injured his knee during the first quarter of Friday's contest against Portland and will miss the rematch because of the issue. Torrey Craig and Damion Lee both saw expanded minutes following his departure and will likely do so again Saturday.

Johnson injured his right knee in the first quarter of Friday's loss to Portland and did not return to the contest, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports.

It's not exactly clear how Johnson got hurt, though it appears that he may have injured his knee while shifting to get back on defense in transition. Before departing, the forward went 0-for-2 from the field and dished one assist over five minutes. More information about Johnson's status should be available Saturday, but given that he left the arena on crutches (per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic), it seems unlikely that he'll play in the second game of the back-to-back set.

Johnson accumulated 29 points (10-17 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 116-107 victory over the Timberwolves.

Deandre Ayton's (ankle) injury shuffled up the lineup last week and thrust Johnson into a starting role. While Bismack Biyombo has filled Ayton's gap, Johnson has absorbed the frontcourt production, adding a dimension Ayton doesn't have. Johnson's floor-stretching, long-range jumper is one of the best facets of his game, and he used it to full advantage with seven threes in the victory.

Johnson notched nine points (3-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 134-105 victory over Golden State.

Johnson disappointed again in the win despite playing a season-high 33 minutes. After being elevated into the starting lineup, it's been a rough few games for Johnson, averaging just 10.0 points to go with 4.0 boards. For anyone who spent a late mid-round pick on Johnson, patience is going to be required. He is worth holding but his lack of upside also needs to be accounted for when summing up the situation.

Johnson ended Sunday's 112-95 win over the Clippers with 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes.

Johnson (hip) was efficient and productive in a limited sample size. Still nursing a hip contusion, Phoenix had no reason to push Johnson after establishing a sizable lead early in the contest. Johnson will likely have a full workload Tuesday against Golden State.

Johnson (hip) is available for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson was questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup after sustaining a right hip contusion Saturday, but he'll be able to play through the issue. He'll likely maintain his starting role for the second half of the back-to-back set.

Johnson (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

An absence from Johnson would leave the Suns thin at forward. More minutes could be in store for Damion Lee, Torrey Craig and Landry Shamet (hip).

Coach Monty Williams indicated Saturday that Johnson is dealing with a right hip contusion and the team will wait to see how his practice goes before updating his status for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Based on Williams' comments it's best to consider Johnson questionable to take part Sunday. Johnson knocked down just two of his nine shot attempts and one of six from beyond the arc Friday, so it's worth wondering whether the hip issue had a hand in his struggles.

Johnson (thumb) was left off the injury report for Wednesday's season opener versus the Mavericks.

Johnson was a full participant in Sunday's scrimmage after playing only four minutes in the preseason due to a sprained thumb. Johnson is set to start at power forward in his return to the lineup Wednesday.

Johnson (thumb) was a full participant in Saturday's scrimmage, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson saw just four minutes of preseason action before spraining his right thumb Oct. 5. However, he's shed his brace and did everything Saturday, suggesting he'll be available for Wednesday's opener against the Mavericks. With Jae Crowder away from the team amid a trade request, Johnson will start at power forward.

Johnson (thumb) wasn't wearing a brace on his right hand during Wednesday's practice, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson was wearing a bulky brace on his right hand to protect a thumb sprain he suffered at the beginning of preseason action. He was quickly ruled out for the rest of the team's exhibitions due to the injury, but there wasn't much concern regarding his availability for the start of the regular season. The sharpshooter is still brandishing a light wrap on his thumb, but he's certainly trending in the right direction and appears on track to suit up for the Suns' season opener against the Mavericks on Oct. 19.

Johnson (thumb) is expected to sit out the remainder of the preseason as a precaution, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson sprained his right thumb during Wednesday's preseason tilt. While there doesn't seem to be much concern regarding his availability for the start of the regular season, Johnson will rest the injury during the preseason to ensure his health when the games count beginning Oct. 19 versus the Mavericks.

Johnson won't return to Wednesday's preseason game against the Lakers due to a right thumb sprain, Mike Trudell of the Lakers' official site reports.

Johnson started and played just four minutes before injuring his thumb. The Suns will likely be extra cautious with their forward moving forward. However, Johnson will still have an opportunity to get minutes in the Suns' next preseason matchup which isn't until Monday versus Denver.

Monty Williams confirmed Friday that Johnson is in lie to start at the four for the Suns this season, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson was the presumed favorite to take over the starting job with Jae Crowder likely on the way out, and Williams set that in stone Thursday. A first-round pick in 2019, Johnson supplied his best season to date in 2021-22, averaging 12.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 26.2 minutes per game, and his minutes figure to expand this season.

Head coach Monty Williams confirmed Thursday that Johnson is in line to start at the four for the Suns this season, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson was the presumed favorite to take over the starting job with Jae Crowder likely on the way out, and Williams has now set that in stone. A first-round pick in 2019, Johnson supplied his best season to date in 2021-22, averaging 12.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 26.2 minutes per game, and his minutes figure to expand this season.

Johnson won't start in Thursday's Game 6 contest against the Pelicans, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

After starting in place of Devin Booker (hamstring) for Games 3, 4 and 5, Johnson will return to his bench role for Game 6. The forward was averaging 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 32.0 minutes of action as a starter in the 2022 playoffs. Expect Johnson to still see a decent amount of minutes as Booker will be on a minutes restriction.

Johnson will get the start in Game 3 of the Suns first-round matchup with the Pelicans, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson will replace Devin Booker (hamstring) in the starting lineup. He averaged 16.3 points and 4.9 rebounds across 32.7 minutes in 16 starts this season.

Johnson is starting Sunday's game against the Kings, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson has made 15 appearances as a starter this year and has averaged 16.6 points and 4.8 rebounds in 33.3 minutes per game in those outings. He'll start in Sunday's regular-season finale since Jae Crowder is resting.

Johnson will start Sunday's game against the Kings.

The Suns are resting most of their regulars, so Johnson will get the starting nod at one forward spot with Jae Crowder in street clothes. Given that Johnson plays a key role off the bench, it's possible Phoenix could limit his minutes Sunday in preparation for the postseason.

Johnson is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

With most of the Suns' usual starters sidelined on Wednesday, Johnson will join the starting unit for his fourth game back since returning from a quad injury at the beginning of April. He's averaged 13.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 28.5 minutes per game in his last two appearances.

Johnson will come off the bench Tuesday against the Lakers.

With Jae Crowder (rest) back after a one-game absence, Johnson will return to a bench role. In a reserve role since Feb. 1, Johnson has averaged 13.4 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 23.8 minutes.

Johnson will start Sunday's game against the Thunder.

With the Suns resting several starters, including Jae Crowder, Johnson will move into the starting five in just his second game back from an extended injury absence. Johnson looked a bit rusty against Memphis on Friday, finishing with one point (0-5 FG, 1-2 FT) and three turnovers in 18 minutes off the bench.

Johnson (quadriceps) finished with one point (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and two rebounds across 18 minutes Friday in the Suns' 122-114 loss to the Grizzlies.

Unsurprisingly, Johnson looked rusty during his limited time on the court Friday in what marked his first action since March 4 after a 13-game absence due to a bruised right quad. Prior to getting hurt, Johnson had averaged 21.8 points, 4.5 triples, 3.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists in 29.7 minutes per contest over a six-game stretch, though it bears mentioning that Chris Paul was sidelined for all of those contests while Devin Booker missed four. Phoenix now has all its core rotation players back to full strength heading into the final five games of the regular season, and with the team having already clinched the NBA's best record, head coach Monty Williams may not be eager to ramp up Johnson's playing time in advance of the postseason.

Johnson (quadriceps) is available for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson was probable ahead of Friday's matchup, so his status isn't very surprising. He'll likely face a minutes restriction against Memphis since he hasn't taken the court since March 4.

Johnson (quadriceps) is probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

A bruised right quad has forced Johnson to miss the past 13 games, with his last appearance being March 4. He'll presumably be eased back into the rotation after such a long layoff, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to start seeing 30 minutes right out of the gate.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will miss a 13th consecutive game as he continues to work his way back from a right quad contusion. Based on the upgrade to his status yesterday, the Suns seem optimistic that Johnson will be able to return soon, but it appears he isn't quite there yet. His next chance to return to the court will be Friday against Memphis.

Johnson (quadriceps) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Golden State, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Although originally thought to be ruled out, the forward has been upgraded to doubtful which gives the team a slimmer of hope that he can return sometime soon. It was previously reported that the Suns are "hopeful" that Johnson could return within the next week, but with his status being upgraded for Wednesday's matchup, his return seems imminent. Johnson hasn't played since posting a career-high 38 points against the Knicks on March 4.

Suns head coach Monty Williams said Tuesday that the Suns are "hopeful" that Johnson (quadriceps) will return within the next week, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson has missed 12 straight games since exploding for a career-high 38 points against the Knicks on March 4. Williams relayed that they don't want to a establish a firm return date and instead want to wait to see how his body responds to the ramped up rehab. Johnson added he'd like to get at least a few games under his belt before a potential playoff run, unlike last year when he jumped right back into the mix following a wrist injury. It appears that everything is trending in the right direction, it's just a matter of time before the sharpshooter in back in the mix.

Johnson (quad) will not play Sunday against the 76ers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson's injury will keep him off the court for the 12th time in as many games. He did get a full practice in Saturday, so he could be ready to return for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.

Coach Monty Williams said Saturday that he doesn't see Johnson (quadriceps) playing in the "next couple of days," Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Williams indicated that Johnson was a full participant in Saturday's practice session, but he wants to see how the 26-year-old responds to the practice before determining his status moving forward. Even if Johnson is unavailable Sunday against the 76ers, he appears to be trending in the right direction.

Johnson (quad) will miss another game Thursday at Denver, Kellan Olson of AZ Sports reports.

Johnson appears to be dealing with one of the most severely bruised quads in recent memory, as Thursday will mark his 11th consecutive absence. Prior to the injury, he was thriving in a larger role following Chris Paul's thumb injury, but once Johnson returns, he'll likely find himself back on the bench behind Jae Crowder. After Thursday, the Suns have only eight more regular season games remaining.

Johnson (quadriceps) is out for Wednesday's contest against the Timberwolves, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson is slated to miss a 10th straight games due to a bruised right quad. His next chance to return to action will come Thursday against the Nuggets.

Johnson (quad) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson will miss a ninth consecutive game Sunday due to a bruised right quad. With Jae Crowder (groin) questionable to play, Torrey Craig could see some extra minutes against Sacramento.

Johnson (quad) will miss another game Friday against Chicago, Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports reports.

This will be the eighth straight absence for Johnson, who continues to nurse a bruised right quad. The Suns have been handling his status on a game-to-game basis but it's unclear how close he may be to returning to game action.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Rockets.

Johnson is slated to miss a seventh straight game due to a bruised right quad. In his absence, Landry Shamet and Jae Crowder should continue to have increased roles.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Pelicans.

Johnson is slated to miss a sixth straight game due to a bruised right quad. In his absence, Landry Shamet and Jae Crowder should continue to have increased roles.

Johnson (quadriceps) is out Sunday against the Lakers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson will be out for a fifth straight game due to a bruised right quad. Landry Shamet and Jae Crowder should continue seeing a bump in usage.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Raptors, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

It will be the fourth consecutive absence for Johnson due to a bruised right quadriceps, and his next chance to take the court will come Sunday versus the Lakers. Landry Shamet and Torrey Craig should continue to see increased run in Johnson's absence.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Heat, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson is slated to miss his third consecutive game due to a quad injury. Devin Booker is expected to make his return following a four-game absence due to COVID-19 protocols, so he figures to absorb the majority of Johnson's missing minutes.

Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Magic, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson drilled a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer Friday against the Knicks, capping of a season-high 38-point performance. However, he was sidelined for the following contest due to a quad injury and will remain out for a second consecutive game Tuesday. With Devin Booker (COVID-19 protocols) also sidelined, Landry Shamet, Jae Crowder and Torrey Craig are all candidates for increased roles.

Johnson has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a right quadriceps contusion, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson drilled a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer Friday against the Knicks, but he's now dealing with a quad injury that will force him to miss at least one game. Landry Shamet, Jae Crowder and Torrey Craig should see increased playing time against Milwaukee.

Johnson chipped in 38 points (11-16 FG, 9-12 3Pt, 7-8 FT), two rebounds and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 115-114 victory over the Knicks.

Playing without both Devin Booker (health and safety protocols) and Chris Paul (hand), the Suns came storming back to outscore the Knicks 34-21 in the fourth quarter en route to the one-point victory. Johnson drained a deep three-pointer -- his ninth of the game -- at the buzzer to seal the victory. The North Carolina product has been running hot of late topping 20 points in four of his last six games and averaging 21.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 4.5 made threes during that run. He won't have quite as much upside once Booker returns, but Johnson will help shoulder more of the offensive burden in Paul's continued absence.

Johnson posted 20 points (6-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 120-90 win over Portland.

Johnson notched a team-best 20 points thanks to a hot shooting hand that resulted in a superb 4-for-5 mark from deep and 6-for-8 performance from the field overall. The third-year forward added four boards and four dimes to help Phoenix earn the win in spite of the absence of Chris Paul (thumb) and Devin Booker (COVID-19 protocols). Johnson has played well of late, averaging 19.8 points, 3.8 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 3.8 three-pointers over his past four contests.

Johnson will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

After starting the team's last three games, Johnson will return to a bench role as Mikal Bridges shifts back to small forward to accommodate Cameron Payne and Landry Shamet in Wednesday's lineup. He should continue to see his usual minutes with the second unit, as the Suns will likely count on him to score off the bench. Over the last three games as a starter, Johnson has averaged 19.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists across 31.7 minutes per game.

Johnson totaled 23 points (7-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and five assists over 35 minutes during Sunday's 118-114 loss to Utah.

Johnson remained in the starting lineup for a third consecutive game Sunday, and he converted 66.7 percent of his attempts from beyond the arc in the narrow loss. He's had plenty of playing time since joining the starting five and has averaged 19.7 points, 3.7 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 31.7 minutes per game during that time.

Johnson totaled 21 points (7-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one block over 31 minutes during Thursday's 124-104 win over Oklahoma City.

Johnson moved into the starting lineup Thursday, justifying the promotion with a well-balanced performance. With Chris Paul set to miss the majority of what remains of the regular season, Johnson should be able to log a few extra minutes on most nights. Whether he remains in the starting lineup remains to be seen but no matter his pregame designation, he is worth adding in most competitive leagues right now.

Johnson will start Thursday's game against the Thunder, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

With Chris Paul sidelined due to a significant thumb injury, Johnson will take his place in the starting five against the Thunder. The 25-year-old is averaging 11.9 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 26.0 minutes per game this season.

Johnson finished with 15 points (6-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals across 26 minutes Thursday in the Suns' 131-107 win over the Bucks.

Johnson is valued mainly for his stellar shooting from the perimeter, but he delivered what was probably the game's biggest highlight in the form of a thunderous dunk with four seconds remaining in the third quarter to give the Suns a 20-point lead and send the Phoenix crowd into a frenzy. The slam dunk punctuated an excellent all-around outing for Johnson, who had delivered a pair of clunkers in the Suns' previous two contests. Though Thursday's performance was encouraging to see, Johnson may still be best viewed as a streamer for three-pointers since he won't have a clear path to a consistent 25-plus-minute role with Jae Crowder healthy and the newly acquired Torrey Craig expected to join the rotation at forward.

Johnson registered six points (2-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt), one assist and one steal over 22 minutes during Monday's 127-124 victory over Chicago.

Johnson logged his quietest offensive output since mid-November, with Monday marking just the sixth time Johnson has failed to hit double-digit scoring since that mid-November three-point dud. Nonetheless, he's locked into a healthy sixth-man role in Phoenix and is a solid DFS play if he comes at a discount to close a back-to-back versus the 76ers on Tuesday.

Johnson will come off the bench Tuesday against the Nets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

With Jae Crowder (wrist) back in the starting lineup, Johnson will come off the bench. As a reserve this season, Johnson has averaged 10.6 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 24.2 minutes.

Johnson produced 23 points (8-13 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 134-124 win over the Timberwolves.

Making his third straight start in place of Jae Crowder (wrist), Johnson went off from three-point range and added a pair of steals to complete perhaps his best fantasy line of the season. Over the last four games alone, Johnson is 14-of-28 from three-point range.

Johnson closed Monday's 115-109 win over the Jazz with 20 points (7-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and three steals over 38 minutes.

With Jae Crowder (wrist) sidelined, Johnson drew the start and displayed his skills as a slashing sharpshooter, draining five shots beyond the arc. Although his numbers have been rocky since returning from a three-game absence, his ability to match pure shooting with solid rebound totals makes him a great upside candidate in all fantasy formats.

Johnson is starting Monday's game against the Jazz, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson will get a chance with the first unit with Jae Crowder (wrist) ruled out for Monday evening. Johnson is averaging 17.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.0 assist and 1.2 steals in games he's been announced in the starting five (six games).

Johnson recorded eight points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one assist and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 121-107 victory over San Antonio.

Johnson had missed each of the Suns' previous three contests with an ankle injury, but he was able to log 20 minutes in his return Monday. The third-year forward started seven of eight contests prior to his injury, and he performed well over that stretch, averaging 17.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.6 three-pointers per game. He'll likely remain on the bench moving forward, however, with Jae Crowder back to manning the starting power-forward spot.

Johnson (ankle) will play Monday against the Spurs, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson was upgraded to probable earlier in the day, so this latest update is no shock. He's missed the Suns' last three matchups while nursing a left ankle sprain but will be good to go off the bench in San Antonio.

Johnson (ankle) is listed as probable for Monday's contest against the Spurs, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson has missed three consecutive games due to a left ankle sprain, but it appears he will likely be available Monday. On the season, the third-year pro is averaging 11.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 25.6 minutes.

Johnson (ankle) is unavailable for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson was considered questionable for Sunday and will be sidelined for the third straight game with a sprained left ankle. Landry Shamet and Jalen Smith will be in the mix for increased run in Johnson's continued absence.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson has missed the last two games with a left ankle sprain but has a chance to return Sunday. If he remains out, Landry Shamet, Jae Crowder and Jalen Smith should continue to see increased playing time.

Johnson (ankle) has been ruled out Friday against Indiana, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Johnson will miss a second straight game due to a sprained left ankle. Landry Shamet, Jae Crowder and Jalen Smith should see additional run against the Pacers.

Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against Indiana.

Johnson was unavailable Tuesday against the Raptors due to a left ankle sprain but has a chance to return following a minimal absence. If he remains sidelined, Landry Shamet, Jae Crowder and Jalen Smith could see additional playing time.

Johnson has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to a left ankle sprain.

Johnson came off the bench in Saturday's loss to Miami and totaled 15 points, five rebounds and two assists in 32 minutes. However, he apparently sustained an ankle injury and will be unavailable Tuesday. Landry Shamet (conditioning), Jae Crowder and Jalen Smith should see increased run against Toronto.

Johnson will come off the bench Saturday against the Heat.

Jae Crowder will return following a six-game absence due to protocols, and that is pushing Johnson back to the bench. Johnson has played great lately, even when coming off the bench, as he's scored in double digits across the past 18 games. During this stretch, he's averaged 15.6 points on 51/49/85 shooting, 5.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 29.2 minutes.

Johnson recorded 24 points (9-14 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 35 minutes during Thursday's 106-89 victory over Los Angeles.

Johnson was efficient en route to a season-high 24 points and his fourth 20-point game of the season. The 25-year-old is experiencing career-high marks across the board, including an excellent 44.4 clip from deep on 5.7 attempts per game. Johnson has scored double-digit points in 18 consecutive contests and may be blossoming into the fourth option in Phoenix.

Johnson posted 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt), five rebounds, two steals and one assist in 34 minutes during Friday's 123-108 loss to the Celtics.

Johnson made his third straight start Friday and continues to play well. Friday marked his 15th straight game scoring in double figures and third game on the year with at least 20 points.

Johnson ended with 19 points (6-13 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds and two steals over 36 minutes during Monday's 114-113 loss to the Grizzlies.

With Jae Crowder (COVID-19 Protocols) sidelined, Johnson drew the start, and it's a trend that should continue until Crowder clears the league's health and safety protocols. Johnson has been very productive as a sixth-man for the Suns and is especially useful when his three-point shot is dialed in. In Monday's loss, he nailed 40 percent of his shots from long range.

Johnson in in the starting lineup Monday against Memphis, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

The forward will be making his first start of the season in place of teammate Jae Crowder, who's out due to health and safety protocols regarding COVID-19. Johnson is currently posting 10.8 points and 4.0 rebounds across 32 games played this year.

Johnson closed with 21 points (7-7 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and two steals in 24 minutes during Thursday's 113-101 win over Oklahoma City.

Johnson was a crucial catalyst to the Suns' success while Devin Booker was sidelined. While one would expect a regression from the sharpshooting specialist, he continues to provide a shot in the arm for the offense. He added five more 3-pointers to his resume after a spotless night from the field in the win.

Johnson totaled 17 points (5-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and three steals in 34 minutes during Monday's 111-95 loss to Los Angeles.

Phoenix played without Devin Booker (hamstring) and Deandre Ayton (illness), and Johnson ended up leading the team in scoring despite coming off the bench. The performance marked his sixth straight with double-digit points, and he has knocked down multiple three-pointers in nine straight contests. Johnson got off to a slow start to the campaign, but he has built some low-end fantasy value as a three-point specialist with the ability to contribute moderate scoring and rebounding.

Johnson produced 13 points (5-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals over 29 minutes during Monday's 108-104 win over San Antonio.

The slashing sharpshooter didn't do much from beyond the arc in Monday's win, but his lack of scoring was offset by solid defensive numbers with the second unit.

Johnson registered 19 points (7-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 27 minutes during Thursday's 114-103 victory over Detroit.

Johnson was a big part of Phoenix's 18th straight victory, tying for the team lead with 19 points and connecting on four shots from beyond the arc. The third-year forward has knocked down multiple three-pointers in five straight contests, shooting a superb 51.2 percent (14-for-27) from deep during that stretch. His current 40.6 percent success rate from three-point range is on pace for a career-best mark.

Johnson produced 22 points (9-15 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Sunday's 126-97 victory over the Nuggets.

The Suns put up 48 points in the first quarter with a barrage of three-pointers. Johnson can be counted on to air-mail a few shots from downtown, but the long-range specialist is currently converting threes at a 36.8-percent clip, slightly below his usual average. Still, it was a career night for Johnson, who led the team in scoring as the suns won their 12th straight game.

Johnson had 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Friday's 112-104 win over the Mavericks.

On the whole, Johnson's production is slightly down compared to last season, due in large part to the fact that he's shooting just 37.7 percent from the field. He's up to 36.4 percent from downtown, however, and he's drilled at least one three-pointer in six straight games. Over that span, Johnson is providing 2.2 threes per game on 44.8 percent shooting from deep (45.0% FG overall).

Johnson totaled 12 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Friday's 1169-94 victory over Memphis.

Johnson had one of his better games of the season thus far, demonstrating just how underwhelming he has been. In fact, the 12 points actually match his season-high, while the seven boards are his top number for the season. Despite having a consistent role of about 20 minutes per night, Johnson is not worth rostering outside of deeper formats.

The Suns exercised their fourth-year option on Johnson's contract Monday, Jake Fischer of BleacherReport.com reports.

Johnson has been a reliable role player for Phoenix since being selected with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Over 122 appearances (20 starts) in his first two-plus seasons in Phoenix, Johnson is averaging 9.1 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 22.9 minutes per contest while shooting 36.7 percent from three-point range. He'll likely continue to serve as the Suns' first forward off the bench this season so long as starters Mikal Bridges and Jae Crowder remain healthy.

Johnson is starting Monday's preseason game against the Kings.

The Suns will give the North Carolina product an opportunity to start the preseason opener, though this isn't evidence that his role with the squad has changed. Johnson started 11 of 60 games a season ago, averaging 9.6 points, 3.3. rebounds and 1.4 assists in 24 minutes per contest.

Johnson registered 10 points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 118-105 win over the Bucks.

Johnson missed the series-clinching Game 6 against the Clippers due to an illness, but he returned by scoring in double figures for the fifth time in his last six contests. The 6-foot-8 forward was considered one of the best shooters in the 2019 Draft, but he has transformed into an all-around player. After the Bucks cut the deficit to single-digits late in the fourth quarter, the North Carolina product stood his ground on a charging Giannis Antetokounmpo and came away with a steal. With Dario Saric's status uncertain after leaving Game 1 in the first quarter with a knee injury, Johnson may see extended minutes in Game 2.

Johnson (illness) is healthy ahead of the NBA Finals, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson sat out the series-clinching Game 6 against the Clippers due to an illness, but he's feeling better and will be good to go for the Finals. In the playoffs, the second-year shooter is averaging 8.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 20.4 minutes while making 45.1 percent of his 3.4 three-point attempts per game.

Johnson was ruled out for Wednesday's Game 6 against the Clippers with a non-COVID-19 illness.

It's a big loss at the last minute for Phoenix, as Johnson has been a key contributor off the bench. He's averaged 10.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 23.6 minutes through the first five games of the series. Torrey Craig and Dario Saric could see increased run off the bench in his absence.

Johnson had 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt), four rebounds and two steals in Sunday's Game 1 win over the Clippers.

After a fairly quiet Western Conference Semifinals against Denver (19 total points in four games), Johnson broke out with his highest-scoring game of the postseason in 24 minutes off the bench. For the most part, Johnson's fantasy value is derived from his three-point shooting, but he's quietly racked up at least one steal in eight consecutive games.

Johnson (wrist) is not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Johnson was forced to miss the last six games of the regular season due to a sprained right wrist, but it appears that he's on track to play in the Suns' playoff opener against the Lakers on Sunday. The 24-year-old averaged 9.6 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 24 minutes per game during the regular season, and he should regain his usual role in the rotation provided he's healthy.

Johnson (wrist) could return to play Sunday, Gerald Bourquet of FanSided.com reports.

Suns coach Monty Williams shared that Johnson is on track to play in game one of their team's first-round matchup. The forward missed the final six games of the regular season and is a crucial part of the Suns' rotation.

Johnson (wrist) will not play Sunday against the Spurs, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will miss his sixth game in a row while dealing with a sprained right wrist. The likes of Jae Crowder, Torrey Craig and Dario Saric could all see additional minutes for Sunday's game.

Johnson (wrist) is out Saturday against the Spurs.

Johnson will be sidelined for a fifth straight game as he recovers from a sprained right wrist. Jae Crowder, Torrey Craig and Dario Saric should continue holding down the power forward minutes.

Johnson (wrist) won't play in Thursday's game against Portland.

The forward will remain out for a fourth straight matchup with a right wrist sprain. Johnson's next opportunity to take the floor looms Saturday against San Antonio.

Johnson (wrist) won't play Tuesday against the Warriors, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will miss his third consecutive contest as a result of a right wrist sprain. His next chance to return arrives Thursday against Portland.

Johnson (wrist) is out Sunday against the Lakers.

Johnson will miss a second straight game as he recovers from a sprained right wrist. In his absence, Jae Crowder, Torrey Craig and Dario Saric should see plenty of minutes at the forward spots.

Johnson (wrist) will not play Friday against the Knicks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

A sprained right wrist will cause Johnson to miss his first game since March 19. Jae Crowder (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game. If he's out as well, look for Torrey Craig, Dario Saric and Frank Kaminsky to see more minutes.

Johnson is questionable for Friday's game against New York due to a right wrist sprain.

The forward has been bothered by the injury throughout the past few games, but he has yet to miss a matchup. Johnson is averaging 6.7 points and 3.8 rebounds across his past six outings.

Johnson produced just two points (1-9 FG, 0-6 3Pt), three steals and two rebounds in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 135-103 loss to the Hawks.

Johnson was ice cold from the field as the Suns capitulated against the Hawks. Despite being presented with a path to minutes, Johnson has failed to deliver anything more than disappointment thus far this season. Barring a change in fortunes, Johnson seems destined to spend the remainder of the season on the waiver wire.

Johnson (wrist) will be available Sunday against the Thunder.

Johnson emerged from Friday's win over Utah with a sprained right wrist, but it doesn't look to be anything that will bother him going forward. Johnson has fallen into a shooting slump of late, hitting just five of his last 34 attempts from three-point range over the last five contests.

Johnson is probable for Sunday's contest against the Thunder due to a sprained right wrist.

Johnson has been ice cold from three lately, and a sprained wrist certainly won't help the cause. Over the past nine games, he's shooting just 20.7 percent from beyond the arc.

Johnson will come off the bench in Monday's game against the Knicks.

Johnson had started the last two games with Jae Crowder (ankle) and Dario Saric (rest) sidelined, but he was unable to take full advantage. In those two games, he managed just 17 total points on 21 field-goal attempts.

Johnson will start Sunday's game against Brooklyn, Gerald Bourquet of FanSided.com reports.

With Jae Crowder (ankle) and Dario Saric (rest) both sidelined, Johnson will make his second start in a row. He struggled a bit in his last start on Thursday, managing eight points on 11 field-goal attempts to go along with six boards, one assist, one steal and one block.

Johnson tallied eight points (3-11 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 34 minutes during Thursday's 99-86 loss to Boston.

Johnson got the start with Jae Crowder (ankle) on the sidelines, but couldn't take advantage as he was inefficient and couldn't find the range from distance. The 25-year-old did manage to secure his first block since April 7 in the starting effort.

Johnson will start Thursday's matchup against the Celtics.

With Jae Crowder (ankle) out, Johnson will step in at power forward while Dario Saric (ankle) comes off the bench. In nine previous starts this season, Johnson has averaged 9.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 30.6 minutes.

Johnson played 30 minutes off the bench and scored 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-9 3Pt) while adding four rebounds and three assists in the 116-113 victory over the 76ers on Wednesday.

Johnson has now posted back-to-back double-digit performances while hitting three triples in each contest. While he has been an up-and-down scorer this season, he has shown that he is a capable three-point shooter, averaging 2.1 treys per game this season.

Johnson scored 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-8 3Pt) and grabbed five rebounds across 30 minutes Tuesday in a 106-86 victory versus Miami.

Both Chris Paul and Devin Booker had quiet scoring nights for the Suns, but -- led by Johnson's 15 points -- the Phoenix bench stepped up and finished with four reserves having posted double-digit scoring. Johnson has been coming on strong of late, registering at least 11 points in six of his past seven contests and averaging 12.0 points along with 2.7 three-pointers over that span.

Johnson ended with 11 points (3-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 117-113 victory over Utah.

Johnson turned in one of his best all-around performances of the season, something that speaks volumes about his production this season. Despite being a solid piece for the Suns, Johnson has been unable to progress to the point where he can be considered a 12-team asset. Other than being an occasional streamer, he is far better suited to deeper formats.

Johnson posted 17 points (6-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot across 18 minutes in Friday's 140-103 victory over Phoenix.

Johnson entered the contest having averaged just 5.4 points on 41.2 percent shooting over his past seven games, but he broke through Friday with his highest scoring effort since Feb. 7. The second-year forward is posting per-game averages of 9.6 points, 3.2 boards and 2.0 three-pointers overall this season.

Johnson (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) played 16 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 111-94 win over the Suns, finishing with eight points (3-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks.

Making his return from a six-game absence after clearing health and safety protocols, Johnson saw well below the 24.1 minutes per game he averaged for the season prior to missing time. The Suns may just have wanted to be conservative with Johnson's use while he gets back to full condition, and the blowout nature of the contest provided head coach Monty Williams with little reason to push the second-year forward. Johnson should eventually take some more minutes away from starting power forward Jae Crowder.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Lakers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

The 25-year-old has been sidelined since March 2 due to the health and safety protocols, but he'll be available for Sunday's matchup with Los Angeles. Johnson is averaging 10.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 24.2 minutes this season, but he could face some limitations in his return to the court coming off a six-game absence.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) won't play Friday against the Timberwolves, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

The 25-year-old is unavailable for the sixth consecutive game due to the league's health and safety protocols. Johnson's next chance to take the court will come Sunday versus the Lakers.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Johnson will be sidelined for the fifth consecutive contest as he remains in the NBA's health and safety protocols. The 25-year-old's availability for the second half of the back-to-back set Friday with Minnesota is also in question.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Johnson will be unavailable for a fourth straight matchup due to the league's health and safety protocols. His next chance to return will be Thursday against Minnesota.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Indiana.

Johnson will miss a third straight game Saturday due to the league's health and safety protocols. It's not yet clear when he could return to the court.

Johnson (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Thursday's game at Portland, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

The 25-year-old was unavailable for the final game before the break due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, and he remains sidelined Wednesday. It's unclear when Johnson is expected to be back in action for the Suns, though his next opportunity to play will come Saturday versus the Pacers.

Johnson has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Warriors due to health and safety protocols, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson had appeared in every game over the first half of the season, but he'll miss the team's final game before the All-Star break due to the league's COVID-19 protocols. Abdel Nader and Dario Saric could see increased run in his absence. It's not yet clear whether Johnson will be able to return March 11 against the Trail Blazers.

Johnson scored nine points (3-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt) across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 114-104 victory over the Lakers.

Johnson did very little in the way of peripheral stats, but he made an impact in the scoring column off the bench. The second-year forward collected all of his points off makes from beyond the arc, which is in line with his overall profile this season. Of his 10.4 points per game, over half have come off three-pointers.

Johnson totaled 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 16 minutes in a victory over the Trail Blazers on Monday.

After failing to make a three for the first time this season Saturday, Johnson bounced back making all three of his attempts from distance Monday. The forward made one of his triples in the first half before hitting two in the third quarter to help propel the Suns to a big lead heading into the fourth. Johnson has improved in his second season, averaging more points, rebounds and assists per game.

Johnson tallied 13 points (4-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 22 minutes in Friday's 132-114 win over the Pelicans.

Johnson's results had tapered off over the past several contests, but he saw plenty of looks from beyond the arc and was one of five players to record a double-digit scoring total for the Suns on Friday. The second-year pro has come off the bench in each of the last eight games, but he's still had relatively consistent playing time for Phoenix.

Johnson compiled 17 points (5-10 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and an assist across 27 minutes in Sunday's 100-91 win over the Celtics.

Johnson played with the second unit for a second straight game. Friday's move to Frank Kaminsky was matchup-based, and his size was needed to match Detroit's frontcourt. After a decent night from Kaminsky, they went to him again, but Johnson proved to be a better fit against the Celtics. The two players possess similar skill sets, so this switch is an interesting wrinkle in a Suns lineup that is otherwise locked in.

Johnson scored 14 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3PT, 1-1 FT) to go along with six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 20 minutes in Friday's win over the Pistons.

Johnson was moved out of the starting lineup for the first time in nine games, posting his lowest minute total since Jan. 11. However, he seemingly found it easier to gain a role on the second unit, as he put up 10 shots from the field for only the third time in his last 10 contests. Despite the demotion, Johnson remains an effective shooter as he's made at least one three-pointer in all 22 games this season.

Johnson will return to a reserve role in Friday's game against the Pistons, Jamal Collier of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Johnson will be replaced in the starting lineup by Frank Kaminsky, as it appears the Suns are opting to go with a bigger starting unit. The second-year shooter has averaged 12.4 points and 3.2 rebounds across 23.1 minutes in 11 games as a reserve this season.

Johnson has hit at least one three-pointer in each of the Suns' 18 games this season.

The second-year pro has lived up to his billing as one of the top shooters in the 2019 NBA Draft, and while his efficiency (36.8% 3PT) is down relative to last season, his volume (6.3 3PA/G) is up. Johnson actually has at least one three in 19 straight games dating back to last season, and he has multiple made threes in 14 of those contests. On the season, Johnson is averaging 11.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.3 made three-pointers in 25.9 minutes. He's started each of the last seven games.

Johnson scored 19 points (7-16 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT) and collected two steals in an overtime loss to the Nuggets on Saturday.

Johnson wasn't efficient with his shot from deep, but he played 35 minutes and managed his highest scoring total since Dec. 27. The former North Carolina Tar Heel didn't offer much in the way of additional stats aside from his two steals, however, and he remains a fringe fantasy asset who doesn't offer much outside of three-pointers.

Johnson amassed just eight points (3-9 FG, 2-7 3Pt)three rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 109-103 victory over the Rockets.

Johnson remained in the starting lineup for the Suns but once again failed to make the most of his opportunities. His night was salvaged by three combined defensive stats, something that he is going to have to improve if he is to take his game to the next level. The playing time has been encouraging and it does feel as though an improved performance is just over the horizon.

Johnson scored 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt) to go with four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 23 minutes in a 108-104 loss to Memphis on Monday.

The forward saw his first start since the Orlando bubble where the 24-year-old was a starter in each of Phoenix's final eight games. Despite starting for Jae Crowder, Johnson was replaced by Crowder in the closing rotation at the 5:30 mark in the fourth quarter, entering for defensive purposes with just 3.3 seconds remaining. Johnson has scored in double digits in four of his last five outings, taking a nice jump in scoring while averaging 12.4 points per game this season.

Johnson will start Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Kellan Olson of AZ Sports reports.

Playing their first game in a week, the Suns will go with Johnson at one forward spot over Jae Crowder, who shifts to the bench. It will be the first start of the year for the second-year forward, who's shooting 38.4 percent from three (6.6 3PA/G) on the year.

Johnson posted five points (2-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists across 18 minutes during Monday's 128-107 loss to the Wizards.

Johnson's five points marked a season low as he couldn't get his shot to fall during a rough overall team performance from Phoenix. Despite this off game, Johnson is looking good to start the year with averages of 12.4 points on 47.1 percent shooting, 3.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.5 triples, 0.5 steals and 0.5 blocks across 23.2 minutes per game.

Johnson finished with eight points (3-9 FG, 2-8 3Pt), three boards, one assist, and one steal in 22 minutes of a 112-107 loss to the Clippers on Sunday.

Johnson lead the Suns bench in minutes in the contest, as he's now played at least 20 minutes in six-of-seven games this season. He's primarily shot from deep, which drags down his field goal percentage. He'll face the Raptors on Wednesday.

Johnson provided 18 points (6-13 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two blocked shots and a steal across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 111-86 win over the Pelicans.

Chris Paul and Devin Booker were off their game on Tuesday, but performances from Johnson, Jae Crowder and Mikal Bridges illustrated the talent of their role players. The Suns are deep and built for a playoff run. Johnson's role was expected to increase this season, but Crowder's arrival relegated him to a bench role once again. The 2019 first-round pick should continue to perform with the second unit and is good for 20-25 minutes per game, but the hot hand will occasionally win out at the position.

Johnson posted 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 106-102 win over the Mavericks.

With Jae Crowder and Mikal Bridges starting, Johnson has been relegated to a bench role. Still, he saw sixth-man minutes and wasn't shy about firing up shots. Don't expect double-digit scoring from Johnson every night, but he should still be a solid source of threes, and possibly rebounds, in deeper fantasy leagues.

Johnson (calf) was not on the injury report on Thursday, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson practiced with the team Thursday and his absence from the injury report suggests he should be ready to play Friday against the Lakers. He played 15 minutes during the team's preseason opener before missing the next two games.

Johnson (calf) practiced Thursday, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson has played in just one preseason game due to a calf injury, though he may be able to play in the finale before Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Mavericks.

Johnson (calf) is out for Wednesday's preseason action against the Lakers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will miss a second consecutive preseason game due to calf soreness. The Suns have just one more exhibition contest, which is Friday against the Lakers.

Johnson (calf) is listed as out for Monday's preseason game against the Jazz.

Johnson tweaked is left calf during Saturday's opener, so it looks like the Suns are simply exercising some caution. On Sunday, coach Monty Williams downplayed the severity of the issue, calling Johnson "fine."

Coach Monty Williams said Sunday that Johnson is "fine" after suffering a minor calf injury during Saturday's preseason opener, Kellan Olson of AZ Sports reports.

Johnson played 15 minutes before exiting with the injury, but judging from Williams' comments Sunday, the second-year forward avoided anything serious. As of now, expect Johnson to be available for Monday's rematch with the Jazz in Utah.

Johnson sustained a calf injury during Saturday's preseason loss to Utah, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

The 24-year-old was considered questionable for Saturday due to left knee soreness, and he played 15 minutes before suffering the calf injury. Coach Monty Williams said he believes Johnson should be fine, though he should still be considered questionable for Monday's rematch with the Jazz.

Johnson (knee) is starting Saturday's preseason opener at Utah, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

The 24-year-old was considered questionable due to left knee soreness, but it's apparently a minor concern or the team figured to be more cautious in the exhibition opener. Johnson is expected to be one of the first players off the bench for Phoenix this season, but he'll start Saturday with expected starters Chris Paul (ankle) and Jae Crowder (personal) not available.

Johnson is considered questionable for Saturdays exhibition opener against the Jazz due to left knee soreness, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson is unlikely to play unless his health is completely up to par, as the Suns are simply working toward the start of the season. The second-year sharp shooter averaged 13.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.8 steals, 0.5 blocks and 1.9 triples across 32.4 minutes during the Suns' 8-0 Bubble experience. He is expected to be one of the first players off the bench for Phoenix this season.

Johnson (knee) will play Thursday against the Mavericks, Gerald Bourguet of FanSided reports.

As expected, Johnson will take the court for the Suns' final, and crucial, seeding game despite left knee soreness. In the bubble, he's averaging 13.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 32.7 minutes.

Johnson is probable for Thursday's matchup against the Mavericks due to left patella tendinopathy.

Though Johnson's knee is sore, it's likely he'll play through the issue in hopes of pushing the Suns into postseason contention during the team's final seeding game. In the bubble, he's averaging 13.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 32.7 minutes.

Johnson had 18 points (6-11 FG, 4-8 3PT, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two blocks in Monday's win over the Thunder.

The rookie became a full-time starter when bubble play began, and he's been incredibly solid in that role, posting at least 12 points in five of the Suns' six games. Johnson has also drained multiple three-pointers four times.

Johnson ended with 14 points (5-13 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's 114-99 victory over Indiana.

After failing to record double-digit boards for the entire season, Johnson hauled in another 12 rebounds for the second time in his last three games. Since shifting to the starting power forward position, Johnson has been able to produce at a high level during most contests. His efficiency is somewhat hard to trust, however, given his role appears secure, he should be rostered in all formats.

Johnson tallied eight points (3-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 117-115 victory over the Clippers.

Johnson could not repeat his performance from Sunday, although the playing time remains encouraging. Based on what we have over the past three games, Johnson is firmly established as the starting power forward. He doesn't do much on the defensive end of the floor but the offensive upside is there and makes for a viable option in most competitive formats.

Johnson scored 19 points (6-11 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out four assists in 40 minutes during Sunday's 117-115 win over the Mavericks.

Johnson has made back-to-back starts and has looked surprisingly efficient in both games, notching 31 points, 15 rebounds and six assists combined while making five of his 11 three-point attempts. Dario Saric continues to work his way back from a minor injury, but the fact that Johnson logged 40 minutes in a close game as this one suggests he might remain in the starting lineup moving forward.

Johnson ended with 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Friday's 125-112 victory over Washington.

Johnson remained in the starting lineup Friday, stepping in for Dario Saric who was working his way back from a minor ankle injury. Johnson was fine in 25 minutes, although the lack of three-pointers was somewhat disappointing. Saric scored 16 points in 27 minutes off the bench and it is unclear what the rotation will look like moving forward. No matter his role, Johnson is not a player to prioritize unless you are searching for points and threes.

Johnson will start Friday's opener against the Wizards, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

With Dario Saric (ankle) dealing with an injury and coming off the bench, Johnson will draw his second start of the 2019-20 season. In the 16 games that he's seen 24-plus minutes, he's averaging 11.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists.

Johnson provided 19 points (6-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and three steals across 25 minutes in Tuesday's 117-106 scrimmage win over the Raptors in Orlando.

Dario Saric (ankle) sat out on Tuesday, and Johnson once again stepped into a more significant role. The former first-round pick was bound to make the leap from role player to starter eventually, and the perfect storm of Saric's injury and Kelly Oubre's absence crystallizes that opportunity. While a timeshare is the likely end result at the four, Johnson's skill set is ideally suited for either forward position due to his shotmaking and defensive ability.

Johnson tallied 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, an assist and a steal across 29 minutes in Sunday's 117-103 scrimmage loss to the Celtics in Orlando.

Johnson's minutes got an increase after Dario Saric left with an injury, but Johnson's role was likely to expand anyway. Kelly Oubre's status for bubble play remains up in the air, and it's entirely possible that the Suns will be without his services. While Mikal Bridges should continue to hold down duties in the corner, Oubre's absence leaves a big hole to fill, and Johnson is ideally positioned to take on more work, especially if Saric is out for more than a game or two.

Johnson (illness) said in an interview last week that he's made a full recovery from mononucleosis, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

The illness kept Johnson sidelined for the Suns' most recent three games before the NBA suspended its season March 11 amid concern over the coronavirus pandemic. Johnson said his condition improved only a few days after the league-wide suspension, so he's already been able to regain the weight and strength he lost while battling the illness. He should be ready to go with no restrictions whenever the league resumes play.

Johnson has been diagnosed with mononucleosis and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson will miss two more weeks while on the mend from illness, which will equate to at least five more contests. He could be ready to return near the end of March in a best-case scenario.

Johnson (illness) won't play Tuesday against Portland, Jamie Goldberg of The Oregonian reports.

Johnson has been battling an illness since early March, and it'll keep him out of his third straight matchup. His next chance to return comes Saturday in Dallas.

Johnson (illness) will not play Sunday against the Bucks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson will miss a second straight matchup due to an illness. In his place, Ty Jerome, Mikal Bridges and Dario Saric are all candidates to see extra run.

Johnson (illness) will not play in Friday's game against the Blazers, Brendon Kleen of Locked On Suns reports.

Johnson came down with an illness and it's apparently severe enough that the team will rule him out more than 24 hours in advance. The rookie played 33 minutes in Tuesday's loss to Toronto and finished with a career-best 21 points, including five three-pointers.

Johnson recorded 21 points (7-16 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three blocks, two assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Tuesday's loss to Toronto.

Fueled by 13 three-point attempts, Johnson managed to eclipse 20 points for the first time this year. While he wasn't the most efficient, Tuesday's outing indicated a step in the right direction for the 23-year-old, who's struggled to establish himself on the offensive end the entire season. That said, until he's able to string together several similar performances, there are likely better options than Johnson in the majority of formats.

Johnson (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

Johnson was listed as probable heading into the evening, so this news comes as expected. He will presumably play his usual role assuming he can avoid any type of setback.

Johnson (upper body) is probable for Tuesday's contest against Toronto, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

Johnson has been nursing an ailing upper body injury over the past few days, but the rookie was able to most recently log 26 minutes in the Sun's loss against the Warriors on Saturday. Barring any major setback prior to tipoff, Johnson will presumably participate in a 11th straight contest.

Johnson (upper body) is available for Saturday's game against the Warriors, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

The 23-year-old was questionable with an upper body injury, but it won't prevent him from playing Saturday. Johnson is averaging 9.2 points and 2.0 rebounds in 21.0 minutes across the past five games.

Johnson is considered questionable to return to Friday's matchup with the Suns after sustaining an upper body injury, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

Johnson took a hard fall and had to exit the contest. He underwent X-rays before being deemed questionable to return. If he is unable to come back, his next chance to play will be Saturday against the Warriors.

Johnson will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against Golden State, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Despite playing well in a spot start Monday against the Lakers, Johnson will be moved back to his usual reserve spot with Kelly Oubre returning to the starting rotation. In 41 appearances this year, Johnson's averaging 7.7 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.7 threes in 19.9 minutes.

Johnson is starting Monday's game against the Lakers.

Johnson is coming off an 11-point performance in 24 minutes Saturday against the Nuggets, and he'll be rewarded with a start Monday evening. Kelly Oubre shifts to the bench as a result.

Johnson was held scoreless in 14 minutes in Friday night's win over Houston.

Phoenix blew the doors off of the Rockets, but Johnson wasn't much of a contributor, as he missed all six of his field goal attempts, five of which came from beyond the arc. Nonetheless, it was good to see the rookie back on the floor after he missed the previous 10 games.

Johnson (quadriceps) is available for Friday's matchup with the Rockets.

No surprise here, as Johnson was listed as probable heading into the evening. He will be returning from an 11-game absence and is likely to be eased back into the swing of things.

Johnson (quad) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Johnson was previously doubtful, so this comes as a surprise. Even if he's cleared to play, it's possible the rookie will be on a minutes limit.

Johnson (quadriceps) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Rockets, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson is on track to miss an 11th straight game due to a bruised quad, though the fact that he's even being listed as doubtful suggests he's inching closer to a return.

Johnson (quad) will not play Wednesday against Detroit, Kellan Olson of AZSports reports.

It'll be the 11th consecutive absence for Johnson, who remains without a timetable to get back on the floor.

Johnson (quadriceps) won't play in Monday's game against the Nets, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

Johnson's streak of absences will extend to a 10th-straight contest. He's without a firm timetable for return at this point and will continue to be assessed on a day-to-day basis.

Johnson (quadriceps) will not return to action Sunday in Milwaukee, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson's absence with a bruised quadriceps will stretch to at least eight games. The Suns play again Monday in Brooklyn, though there's been no indication Johnson will be ready to return by that point.

Johnson (quadriceps) will be re-evaluated in a week and remains without a timetable for a return, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

A bruised quad has kept Johnson out over the past four games, and it doesn't appear that he'll be returning soon. More information on a timetable may emerge once the medical staff gets another look in about a week.

Johnson (quad) will not play Friday against the Spurs, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson is set to miss a fourth straight game as he recovers from a bruised right quad. Per Gina Mizell of The Athletic, the hope is that Johnson will be able to return before the end of the team's road trip (Tuesday in Dallas).

Johnson (quadriceps) will not play Wednesday against the Pacers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

As expected, Johnson will miss a third straight game as he continues to nurse a bruised right quad. His next chance to play comes Friday in San Antonio.

Johnson (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Johnson is trending towards missing a third straight game as he recovers from a bruised right quad. Prior to getting injured, the rookie saw north of 20 minutes in back-to-back games for the first time since mid-December.

Johnson (quadriceps) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson sat out the last two games with a bruised right quad, but he may be able to retake the court Wednesday. The 23-year-old averaged 24 minutes in the previous two games before the injury, which were his highest minutes totals since Dec. 27.

Johnson (quadriceps) is out for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Johnson has been dealing with a bruised right quad and will miss his second straight game as a result of the injury. His next chance to return comes Wednesday against the Pacers.

The Suns list Johnson (quadriceps) as questionable for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Johnson carried the same questionable designation into Saturday's game against the Celtics but was later ruled out in advance of the Suns' 123-119 win. He'll likely have a better chance at gaining clearance for Monday's tilt, but if active, the rookie would presumably fill only a minor role off the bench.

Johnson (quad) is out Saturday against the Celtics.

Johnson will miss his first game since Dec. 17. In his absence, Mikal Bridges and Dario Saric could see extra minutes.

Johnson is questionable for Saturday's game against the Celtics with a quadriceps bruise, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

Johnson logged 23 minutes in Thursday's game against the Knicks, but he evidently came away a bit banged up. His status is up in the air heading into Saturday's matchup.

Johnson (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Chris Miller of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Johnson was considered probable as he'll continue to play through the knee soreness. The 23-year-old is averaging 8.8 points and 2.7 rebounds over 18.6 minutes this season.

Johnson (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game agaisnt the Wizards, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson has played through knee soreness over the last couple games and appears likely to do so again Wednesday. The 23-year-old has struggled in those two contests with only nine points (3-15 FG, 3-10 3PT), three rebounds and one assist.

Johnson is probable for Saturday's game against Minnesota due to a knee injury, Danny Cunningham of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities reports.

Johnson has been dealing with some lingering knee soreness since Wednesday, but it doesn't appear as though he'll be forced to miss Saturday's matchup. His status should become more clear following morning shootaround.

Johnson (knee) has been cleared to play Thursday against New Orleans, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Johnson was probable due to knee soreness, and the team has officially cleared him prior to tip. He's averaging 9.1 points and 3.2 rebounds over 11 games off the bench this year.

Johnson (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Pelicans, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Johnson is dealing with general knee soreness, but it doesn't sound like the issue will force him to miss any time. The rookie has seen north of 20 minutes in each of his past five games, posting averages of 13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists during that stretch.

Johnson is not on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Clippers, Kellan Olson of Valley of the Suns reports.

Johnson missed the first two games of the season with a minor calf injury, but the rookie should be available to make his NBA debut Saturday night. A sharpshooter out of North Carolina, Johnson projects to be a fringe-at-best fantasy contributor, though he could provide volume three-point shooting if he's able to earn consistent minutes.