Johnson (ankle) won't play in Monday's Summer League Championship Game against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Johnson went down with an ankle injury during Thursday's matchup against Dallas, and the team won't rush him back for an exhibition. He shouldn't have any issue returning to full strength in time for the 2024-25 regular season.
Johnson (sprained ankle) won't play in Sunday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. Johnson suffered the injury during Thursday's matchup with the Mavericks and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game. If the Heat win Sunday, Johnson will have a chance to suit up for the Summer League Championship game Monday.
Johnson recorded 21 points (8-14 FG, 1-4 3P, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 80-76 win over the Lakers in the California Classic. Johnson showed why the Heat signed the undrafted free agent out of Arizona to a two-way contract this offseason, tying for the team high in points while making his presence felt on the defensive end. Johnson will continue to see Summer League action with the Heat in Las Vegas.