AJ Johnson News, Rumors, Updates - Washington Wizards

Retreating to bench Johnson will come off the bench in Friday's game against the Magic.

Impact 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.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of start 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.

Impact 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 half team 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.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Making first career start Monday Johnson will start in Monday's game against Portland.

Impact The rookie first-round pick will draw the start for the first time in his career due to Marcus Smart (illness) and Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) being sidelined. Johnson has received inconsistent playing time at the NBA level since being traded to the Wizards on Feb. 5, and in six games since, he has averaged 3.7 points, 2.5 assists and 1.2 rebounds across 11.8 minutes per game.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from G League Washington recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Thursday.

Impact 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.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Poole, Wizards to visit Cunningham, Pistons

Washington plays Detroit for an Eastern Conference matchup Thursday

MARCH 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Johnson (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Johnson won't play Tuesday in Detroit after playing 23 minutes in Monday's loss to the Raptors. The 19-year-old rookie averages 2.8 points, 1.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game, 37.1 percent from the floor.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In latest loss, Wizards get a long look at a few bricks of their rebuild In a 119-104 loss to the Raptors, the Wizards get a long look at guard AJ Johnson and center Tristan Vukcevic.

MARCH 11, 2025 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Recalled by parent club The Wizards recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Wednesday.

Impact 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.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back with parent club Washington recalled Johnson from the G League's Capital City Go-Go on Monday.

Impact 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.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Available to debut Friday Johnson (recently traded) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Johnson was initially listed as out for Friday's contest after having been 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.

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't debut for Washington Friday Johnson (recently traded) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Cleveland.

Impact 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 the floor.

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks reportedly trading Khris Middleton to Wizards for Kyle Kuzma

The Bucks are sending NBA champion and Olympic gold medalist Khris Middleton to the Wizards in exchange for Kyle Kuzma.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Bucks reportedly trading Khris Middleton to Wizards for Kyle Kuzma

Traded to Washington Milwaukee traded Johnson to the Wizards on Wednesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Impact Johnson was moved along with Khris Middleton, with the Wizards sending Kyle Kuzma, Patrick Baldwin and second-round picks the other direction. After making just seven brief appearances with the Bucks, this could be a positive change in scenery for Johnson in terms of opportunity. The No. 23 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Johnson could earn himself plenty of minutes down the stretch for the rebuilding Wizards, making him a name to watch in deep fantasy leagues.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in return to NBA Johnson registered 13 points (5-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Monday's 125-96 loss to the Thunder.

Impact The 23rd overall pick in the 2024 Draft saw a significant role for the first time in his career with the Bucks sitting all their big names on the second night of a back-to-back, and Johnson was able to deliver solid numbers. Milwaukee isn't going to rush the raw 20-year-old, and a return to the G League is likely in order once Damian Lillard (groin) is cleared, but it's encouraging that Johnson was able to seize his first real NBA opportunity.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to parent club on Saturday The Bucks recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Saturday.

Impact Johnson started in the Herd's 118-105 loss to the Salt Lake City Stars on Saturday, recording two points (1-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 0-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists across 24 minutes. Despite being a member of the Bucks' 15-man roster, the rookie should continue to see the majority of his playing time in the G League, as he has averaged only 2.3 minutes per game in six regular-season appearances.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA on Thursday The Bucks recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Thursday.

Impact Johnson will rejoin the parent club, though he has seen little playing time at the NBA level. The rookie is averaging just 2.3 minutes per contest this season.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from G League Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Tuesday.

Impact Johnson hasn't seen much action at the NBA level this season, averaging just 2.2 minutes per game over five appearances.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Johnson (illness) is out for Saturday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Thursday Johnson (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Impact Johnson will miss a second straight game due to an illness. However, his absence won't impact the Bucks' rotation.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Bulls Johnson (illness) will not play against the Bulls on Monday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson was just recalled from the G League on Sunday, but he's under the weather and can't provide the team with emergency depth as he usually does.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Milwaukee Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Sunday.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Tuesday.

Impact Johnson has just five NBA appearances to his name with an average of 2.2 minutes per contest. He's likely to be back with the Herd shortly.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Milwaukee Milwaukee recalled Johnson from the G League's Wisconsin Herd on Sunday.

Impact Prior to getting recalled to the Bucks, Johnson produced 20 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists and three steals across 29 minutes in Saturday's 115-98 G League loss to the Iowa Wolves. Most of his game reps will likely continue to come with the Herd.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Johnson (Achilles) is listed as available for Tuesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Johnson is available to play Tuesday while dealing with left Achilles tendinitis. However, he likely won't see significant minutes as he's averaged only 2.0 minutes per game across four regular-season outings.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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