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Johnson was initially doubtful for Saturday’s game against the 76ers. He will miss that contest and the next two before the Nets’ medical staff re-evaluates him. His absence leaves a sizable hole in the rotation, with Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams having the most to gain regarding playing time. Johnson will be re-evaluated before the Nets begin a six-game road trip out west on January 10.

Johnson injured his ankle at the end of Thursday’s game against the Bucks. He’s unlikely to play Saturday given his doubtful listing, which means more minutes for some combination of Tyrese Martin, Ziaire Williams and Jalen Wilson. None of them are must-add players with Johnson out, though.

Brooklyn held a three point lead in the closing seconds of this game. Damian Lillard missed a potential game-tying 3-pointer, and with both Johnson and Ziaire Williams going for the rebound, the result was Johnson injuring his ankle and the Bucks getting another 0.6 seconds on the clock to have another chance at a tie. That didn’t end up mattering as Milwaukee wasn’t able to get a good look, but the ankle injury is frustrating for Johnson as he has played incredibly well recently. If Johnson remains sidelined against the 76ers on Saturday, there should be some extra minutes for Williams and Jalen Wilson.

Johnson has scored 22 or more in seven of the 11 games he’s played since December 1, averaging 21.8 points per game over the past month. During this period, he has been a 4th-round player in 9-cat formats, aligning with his season-long value. Johnson has the skill set many playoff-bound teams desire, so there will be no shortage of trade rumors between now and the February deadline.

Johnson injured his hip during Sunday’s loss to the Magic, playing just 25 minutes. He isn’t on the Nets’ initial injury report for Wednesday, so the starting wing will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup. Tyrese Martin will lose out on playing time after receiving a modest boost on Sunday.

Johnson entered Sunday’s game dealing with a right hip contusion, but the left hip ended his afternoon prematurely. The Nets wing finished with nine points, three rebounds, three assists, and two 3-pointers in 25 minutes. Tyrese Martin will pick up a few more rotation minutes, but he is not a must-add if Johnson misses additional time.

No surprise here as Johnson was listed as probable after missing one game with a hip injury. He’s been the team’s primary scorer lately, but will share those duties with Cam Thomas as he also returns from injury Sunday against the Magic.

Johnson is set to return to the lineup after sitting for one game against the Spurs. The sharpshooter has largely operated as his team’s primary scoring option as of late but could take a step back with Cam Thomas ready for a comeback.

Add Johnson to the list of Nets players who will not be available for Friday’s game, joining Cam Thomas and Ben Simmons to name two starters. Jalen Wilson and Tyrese Martin will play more minutes, with the former likely moving into the starting lineup.

Johnson erupted for 29 points in a win against the Bucks on Thursday but isn’t feeling his best ahead of the second leg of a back-to-back. Jalen Wilson will likely start or play a prominent role off the bench if Johnson is ruled out.