Johnson recorded 14 points (6-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt), one rebound, eight assists and one steal in 48 minutes during Sunday's 119-118 win over the Heat.
Since a mid-season trade with the Bucks, Johnson's career took off with the Wizards. In 22 regular-season appearances with Washington, Johnson produced averages of 9.1 points, 3.1 assists, 2.4 rebounds, 0.5 steals and 1.0 three-pointers with plenty of highlight-worthy dunks and energy plays. However, his efficiency wasn't great, as he shot 38.1 percent from the field and 24.7 percent from beyond the arc. Johnson could find himself in the Opening Night rotation in 2025-26 if he has a strong offseason.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Returning to starting role
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Johnson is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Johnson returns to the starting lineup due to the absence of Jordan Poole (elbow). Johnson is averaging 12.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 0.5 steals per game in his previous eight starts this season.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Sliding to second unit Tuesday
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Johnson won't start in Tuesday's game against the Pacers.
Kyshawn George will return from a seven-game absence due to an ankle sprain, pushing Johnson to the second unit. The 20-year-old has recorded double-digit points in four of his last five appearances (all starts), averaging 14.0 points, 3.4 assists and 2.0 rebounds across 35.8 minutes per contest in that five-game span.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Scores 19 points, fouls out
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Johnson contributed 19 points (7-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal across 37 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 116-111 win over the Kings.
Johnson fouled out in the final quarter, but his contributions were pivotal in the Wizards' victory, and the California-born rookie has been making the most of the expanded role he's enjoyed in recent weeks. He's scored in double digits in five of his last nine outings, a span in which he's averaging 12.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.6 turnovers across 31.6 minutes per contest.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Scores season-high 20 points
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Johnson contributed 20 points (6-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, four assists and one block in 42 minutes during Saturday's 115-112 loss to Brooklyn.
Johnson made the most of this spot start Saturday, establishing a new season-high mark in scoring and being one of the few standout players on a Wizards team with other established offensive weapons, such as Jordan Poole and Alex Sarr, not at their best. Johnson has started in four of his last eight appearances, and this solid showing might allow him to remain in the lineup for the time being, especially since Khris Middleton (knee) is on the sidelines.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Coming off bench Thursday
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Johnson is not in the Wizards' starting lineup against the Pacers on Thursday.
Johnson made his third start with the Wizards on Wednesday against the 76ers and finished with nine points (4-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt), six assists and five rebounds across 34 minutes. Johnson will revert to a reserve role Thursday due to the return of Khris Middleton (ankle).
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Starting Wednesday vs. Philly
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Johnson is in the Wizards' starting lineup against the 76ers on Wednesday.
Colby Jones was initially listed on the Wizards' starting lineup, but Johnson will get the nod instead. Johnson is coming off a strong performance during Monday's loss against Toronto, finishing with 17 points, six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 28 minutes.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Retreating to bench
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Johnson will come off the bench in Friday's game against the Magic.
The rookie first-round pick will slide to the bench due to Khris Middleton (ankles) returning to the starting five. Johnson started in each of the club's last two outings, totaling 20 points, 10 assists, eight rebounds, two steals and one block across 63 minutes.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Makes most of start
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Johnson racked up eight points (3-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block over 35 minutes during Monday's 112-97 loss to Portland.
Johnson, who was making his first career start Monday, made the most of his minutes in the loss. Marcus Smart (illness) and Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) were both sidelined, while Jordan Poole and Khris Middleton were pulled at halftime as a coach's decision. The Wizards don't have much to play for in the final weeks, so Johnson could get more looks like these.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Back from G League
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Washington recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Thursday.
Johnson will rejoin the Wizards ahead of Thursday's game in Detroit, but he's uncertain to be included in the rotation. The rookie first-round pick played 27 minutes Wednesday in the Go-Go's 118-103 win over the Motor City Cruise, finishing with 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt), five assists, two rebounds and two steals.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Won't play Tuesday
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Johnson has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons in a coach's decision.
Johnson will sit out Tuesday after he played in games both of the past two days. On Sunday, he played 29 minutes in the G League Capital City Go-Go's 114-94 win over Raptors 905, and Johnson then joined the parent club for Monday's 119-104 loss to Toronto. He played 23 minutes Monday, finishing with three points (1-7 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists and three rebounds.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Recalled by parent club
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The Wizards recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Wednesday.
Johnson has made quite an impression during his short time with Capital City, averaging 20.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. The 20-year-old guard was called up Wednesday and has a chance to play on the NBA level again. The Wizards will take on the Hornets on Saturday in Charlotte.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Back with parent club
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Washington recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Monday.
Johnson will be available off the bench for Monday's game against the Nets, but even with Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) sidelined, the rookie first-round pick is unlikely to be featured in the rotation.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Available to debut Friday
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Johnson (recently traded) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against Cleveland.
Johnson was initially listed as out for Friday's contest after being traded to Washington on Wednesday. However, the rookie first-rounder will make his Wizards debut, though there is no guarantee that he'll receive significant playing time, even with Malcolm Brogdon (foot) and Marcus Smart (not injury related) on the shelf.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Won't debut for Washington Friday
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Johnson (recently traded) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Cleveland.
Johnson will have to wait to make his Wizards debut, and his next chance to feature will come Saturday against the Hawks. The rookie first-rounder saw the majority of his playing time in the G League for the Bucks, though this trade to the Wizards will likely present him with more opportunities to see action at the NBA level.
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Wizards' AJ Johnson: Heads to D.C.
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The Wizards acquired Johnson, forward Khris Middleton (ankles) and a 2028 first-round pick swap from the Bucks on Wednesday in exchange for forwards Kyle Kuzma and Patrick Baldwin and a 2025 second-round draft pick, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Johnson, the No. 23 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, had struggled to carve out playing time in Milwaukee this season, making just seven appearances for the Bucks while seeing the bulk of his playing time in the G League. The move from a playoff-contending Bucks squad to a rebuilding Wizards team should present more opportunities for the 20-year-old guard, though he may still find himself outside of the rotation when Washington is at full strength. Johnson had averaged 13.4 points, 4.0 assists, 3.8 rebounds, 1.6 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 28.6 minutes per game while shooting 43.3 percent from the field and 36.8 percent from three-point range over his 25 appearances in the G League for the Wisconsin Herd.
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Bucks' AJ Johnson: Returns from G League
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Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Tuesday.
Johnson hasn't seen much action at the NBA level this season, averaging just 2.2 minutes per game over five appearances.
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Bucks' AJ Johnson: Won't play Saturday
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Johnson (illness) is out for Saturday's game versus the Bulls.
Johnson's absence streak will extend to three games Saturday due to an illness. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Indiana.
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Bucks' AJ Johnson: Out again Thursday
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Johnson (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Johnson will miss a second straight game due to an illness. However, his absence won't impact the Bucks' rotation.
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Bucks' AJ Johnson: Back with Milwaukee
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Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Sunday.
Johnson will be available for Monday's game against the Bulls after another productive stint in the G League. He's not guaranteed to see any minutes, however.
