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Idle to start preseason Johnson (leg) didn't play in Sunday's 113-112 preseason loss to the Raptors.

Impact Johnson was limited during training camp due to a leg bruise, and he didn't take the floor during the Wizards' preseason opener. After being traded to Washington from Milwaukee last season, Johnson saw extended run down the stretch of the regular season. In 2025-26, though, he may have a more difficult path to consistent minutes. His next chance to play will come Monday against New York.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by leg bruise Wizards general manager Will Dawkins said Johnson will be limited for the start of training camp with a leg bruise, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network reports.

Impact This sounds like a minor issue for Johnson that likely won't impact his availability for Opening Night. Johnson showed some flashes late in the 2024-25 regular season and will be a player to monitor closely in deeper formats during the preseason.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another big game in SL Johnson generated 25 points (10-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), with five rebounds and three assists over 35 minutes of Wednesday's 86-76 Summer League loss to Utah.

Impact Johnson dropped 20 points Tuesday and followed up the performance with a Summer-League high in the category. Entering his second NBA season, Johnson will have a tough time cracking the Wizards' rotation, but age 20, he has shown plenty of promise as a long-term project.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 in SL loss Johnson recorded 20 points (7-20 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 31 minutes in Tuesday's 74-58 Summer League loss to the 76ers.

Impact Johnson struggled from beyond the arc but still led the Wizards with 20 points in Tuesday's loss. Acquired in February in the trade that sent Kyle Kuzma to the Bucks, the young guard will look to earn a spot in a crowded backcourt that now includes CJ McCollum, Tre Johnson and others.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 48 minutes in win 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.

Impact 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. His efficiency wasn't great, however, as he shot 38.1 percent from the field and 24.7 percent from beyond the arc. If he has a strong offseason, Johnson could find himself in the Opening Night rotation in 2025-26.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

After four high schools and a stop in Australia, AJ Johnson found a home in NBA The Wizards guard has grown during a sometimes turbulent rookie season that included a midseason trade from Milwaukee.

APRIL 12, 2025 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Returning to starting role Johnson is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact 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.

APRIL 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sliding to second unit Tuesday Johnson won't start in Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact 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.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 19 points, fouls out 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.

Impact 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.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington Wizards vs. Sacramento Kings | 4.2.25

APRIL 3, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Jordan Poole and the Wizards pull off rare win with victory over the Kings

Jordan Poole scored 23 points and the Washington Wizards beat the Sacramento Kings 116-111 Wednesday night to split the season series between the teams

APRIL 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Wizards' AJ Johnson Reveals All-Star Guards He Models His Game After That’s some serious game for the Wizards rookie.

APRIL 2, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Wizards Fans Were Fired Up About AJ Johnson's Electric 4th Quarter vs. Nets AJ Johnson, take a bow!

MARCH 30, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Scores season-high 20 points 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.

Impact 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 in a Wizards team that saw how other established offensive weapons, such as Jordan Poole and Alex Sarr, weren't 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.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

AJ Johnson scores career high 20 points vs. Brooklyn Nets | 3.29.25

MARCH 30, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Drew Timme scores go-ahead basket in the Nets' 115-112 victory over the NBA-worst Wizards

Drew Timme scored the go-ahead basket on a cutting layup with 7.7 seconds left and the Brooklyn Nets beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 115-112 on Saturday night to end a six-ga...

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Johnson will start Saturday's game against the Nets.

Impact Johnson will make his fourth career start with the Wizards. In three previous starts, Johnson fared well with 9.7 points, 5.3 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 0.7 steals and 1.0 three-pointers.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Thursday Johnson is not in the Wizards' starting lineup against the Pacers on Thursday.

Impact 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).

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday vs. Philly Johnson is in the Wizards' starting lineup against the 76ers on Wednesday.

Impact 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.

MARCH 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe and AJ Johnson | 3.24.25

MARCH 25, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores career-high 17 points Johnson ended with 17 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 28 minutes during Monday's 112-104 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Johnson scored double-digits for the third time in the past four games, pouring in a career-high 17 points. After barely touching the floor for the first five months of the season, Johnson has now suited up in six straight games. During that time, he is averaging 11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in 26.6 minutes per contest.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

AJ Johnson goes above the rim to set a career high for the Wizards The rookie is still establishing himself, but he definitely can get the crowd excited. He had two big dunks and 17 points in Monday’s 112-10...

MARCH 25, 2025 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Washington Wizards vs. Toronto Raptors | 3.24.25

MARCH 25, 2025 • YOUTUBE

AJ Johnson scores career high 17 points vs. Toronto Raptors | 3.24.25

MARCH 25, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Poeltl and Quickley help the Raptors beat the Wizards 112-104

Jakob Poeltl had 21 points and 11 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 112-104 to stop a four-game slide

MARCH 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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Jordan Poole and the Wizards pull off rare win with victory over the Kings

Drew Timme scores go-ahead basket in the Nets' 115-112 victory over the NBA-worst Wizards

Poeltl and Quickley help the Raptors beat the Wizards 112-104