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Doesn't play again Johnson (hip) didn't take the floor during Saturday's game against Purdue.

Impact Johnson warmed up ahead of Tuesday's game versus College of Charleston but didn't wind up playing then either. Considering the sophomore isn't guaranteed to be part of the regular rotation, it's unclear if Johnson is still dealing with an injury or if he's simply buried down the depth chart with some close games on the schedule.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't end up playing Johnson (hip) did not end up playing in Tuesday's 94-83 win over the College of Charleston.

Impact Johnson went through warmups ahead of Tuesday's tip but ultimately did not see the floor. It's unclear if the 6-8 sophomore is still dealing with an injury or merely didn't play due to a coach's decision as the Tar Heels were never really able to run away with the victory. Johnson's next chance to make his season debut would be Saturday against No. 6 Purdue, although it's highly unlikely that will happen.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Tuesday Johnson (hip) is warming up ahead of Tuesday's game against the College of Charleston, Brendan Marks of The Athletic reports.

Impact After missing the first two games with a hip injury, Johnson appears ready to make his season debut Tuesday. The sophomore averaged 1.1 points in 14 games last year with the Tar Heels.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play in opener Johnson (hip) did not play in Tuesday's 83-67 win over Loyola (MD).

Impact Head coach Roy Williams opened up his bench and played a total of 12 players in Tuesday's win but Johnson was not one of them. He should continue to be considered as questionable for Friday's meeting against Brown.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out exhibition Johnson (hip) did not take the court in Friday's 83-55 exhibition victory over Elizabeth City State.

Impact Johnson has been dealing with multiple injuries, so it didn't make sense for him to suit up for a low-stakes exhibition contest. The Tar Heels emptied their entire bench in this one, using a total of 16 different players for at least one minute. Johnson should be considered questionable for the Tuesday opener against Loyola (MD).

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adds hip injury to mix Johnson's status is uncertain for the Nov. 9 season opener as he tends to multiple injuries, including a hip strain, Brendan Marks of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson did not participate in a mid-October scrimmage, and the thought at the time was that he was still dealing with lingering effects of a toe injury suffered last season. Wednesday's report suggests there is a lot more going on, most notably a hip strain. Johnson was merely a depth forward for the Tar Heels last season that averaged 4.1 mpg across 14 appearances, and growing into a rotation piece will likely hinge on getting healthy first.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with toe injury Johnson (toe) warmed up but did not participate in Friday's team scrimmage, Ross Martin of 247 Sports reports.

Impact According to team officials, Johnson continues to deal with lingering effects from the sprained toe that caused him to miss the last 15 games of the 2020-21 season. Johnson had already likely been on the outside looking in with respect to a rotation spot, as he failed to reach double-digit minutes even when he was healthy and went scoreless in his last four appearances. The Tar Heels are also returning most key players from their backcourt, with Caleb Love, R.J. Davis and Kerwin Walton back in the mix. Add in four-star point guard D'Marco Dunn, and Johnson was already going to have to claw his way into minutes. His next chance to take the court is an exhibition matchup against Elizabeth City State on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Saturday Johnson (toe) isn't dressed ahead of Saturday's game against Florida State, Brendan Marks of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson appears to be on track to miss a seventh straight game due to a lingering toe injury. However, he was able to shed his walking boot ahead of Saturday's matchup. It's not yet clear when he'll return to action, but the freshman is unlikely to be a significant fantasy factor when he's available.

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Wednesday Johnson (toe) remains out for Wednesday's game against Northeastern.

Impact Johnson is set for his sixth consecutive absence due to the bothersome toe and remains without a specific timetable for when he may retake the floor. Even when he's cleared for action, the freshman doesn't figure to be much of a fantasy factor, with him averaging just 4.1 minutes over his 14 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Johnson is not dressed for Saturday's game against NC State and was seen wearing a walking boot on his right foot, Tar Heel Illustrated reports.

Impact Johnson reportedly injured a toe during Friday's practice which led to him being out for Saturday's game. The extent of his injury is unknown but it leaves his status in jeopardy for the Tar Heels' next game against Pitt on Tuesday.

JANUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE