Free-agent forward James Johnson agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract to return to Indiana. The 37-year-old has played for 10 teams throughout his decade-plus tenure in the National Basketball Association. He spent the last two seasons with the Pacers, most recently averaging 0.9 points during the 2023-24 campaign. Johnson's leadership is his biggest asset for Indiana. However, it won't do much for his fantasy value.
T.J. McConnell, James Johnson Earn Questionable Tags Monday
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. McConnell (illness) and power forward James Johnson (elbow) have been deemed questionable to play in Monday's game against the Warriors. McConnell would be in line for a sizable workload if cleared with Tyrese Haliburton (groin) -- the league's leading assists man -- down for the time being; if McConnell is held out, Andrew Nembhard would have sizable DFS appeal due to his low price tag and the Pacers' thin backcourt. McConnell has yet to draw a start this season but already has two double-digit assist games under his belt. Johnson has played sparingly as a reserve, averaging just 1.9 PPG. Fantasy managers will want to check back on McConnell's status prior to tip-off.
The Brooklyn Nets have waived veteran forward James Johnson. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the move was made in order for the team to convert the contract of forward Kessler Edwards to a standard contract ahead of the playoffs. Johnson had been sidelined for the team's last two games due to a non-COVID illness. He played in 62 games for the Nets this year, starting 10 of them. He averaged 5.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. We'll see if another team reaches out to him ahead of the 2021-22 playoffs.
Brooklyn Nets power forward James Johnson (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks. It marks Johnson's second consecutive absence due to an illness, which opens up more minutes and rebounding opportunities among the second unit for Nicolas Claxton and Kessler Edwards. More valued for his on-ball defense and savvy veteran play, Johnson isn't much of a fantasy commodity despite his consistent role. His next chance to return to action comes Friday vs. Cleveland.
LaMarcus Aldridge, James Johnson Enter Safety Protocols
Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge and forward James Johnson have entered the league's health and safety protocols. That being said, both players will miss Tuesday's game alongside DeAndre Bembry, Jevon Carter, and Paul Millsap. Cam Thomas, Bruce Brown, Nicolas Claxton, and Day'Ron Sharpe should all benefit without these players unavailable. Brown could have a significant role in the offense with Kevin Durant (ankle) tagged as questionable. Fantasy managers should consider Brown as a streaming option for Tuesday's slate.
Brooklyn Nets forward James Johnson (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He's a late addition to the injury report with left shoulder soreness. Bruce Brown and DeAndre' Bembry would be asked to step up if Johnson is out on Saturday. Brown is the better option between the two and could have some low-end DFS appeal for Saturday.
New Orleans Pelicans forward James Johnson (knee) will suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. The veteran forward is dealing with a bum knee, but the Pelicans need him with their team being shorthanded. Wesley Iwundu (shoulder) has been ruled out, which means more playing time for Johnson. He's looking like a favorable streaming option, assuming his knee doesn't slow him down.
New Orleans Pelicans forward James Johnson (groin) will suit up for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. However, Johnson will be on a minutes limit while he continues to battle with a lingering groin issue. Naji Marshall won't be much of a fantasy option with Johnson back in the rotation. Johnson won't be a great target with Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram healthy.
James Johnson On Track To Return For Wednesday’s Game
New Orleans Pelicans power forward James Johnson (adductor) has been bumped up to probable to participate in Wednesday's contest against the Nuggets. Johnson has been on the sidelines for each of New Orleans' last four games, with Naji Marshall and Wenyen Gabriel likely to see slightly reduced roles once the veteran is back in the mix. In 11 games since joining the Pelicans, Johnson has seen less than 25 minutes in an outing just twice; he has upped his scoring average to 9.7 PPG in that span, giving him fringe season-long viability in deeper season-long formats. Barring a setback, fantasy managers can operate under the assumption that Johnson will be on the floor Wednesday.
New Orleans Pelicans forward James Johnson (groin) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He missed each of the last two games due to a groin issue. His return will make Naji Marshall have less streaming appeal. Johnson probably isn't worth a look in most fantasy formats right now. However, he could have a bigger role, assuming Steven Adams (ankle) sits out.
