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Nuggets have simple solution to Cameron Johnson problem The Nuggets haven't seen Cam Johnson get going yet, but there's a simple solution to nip this problem in the bud.

1 DAY AGO • NUGGLOVE.COM

Thunder may have dodged a major bullet by missing out on top trade target It wasn't all that long ago when Cameron Johnson was considered a top trade target for the OKC Thunder. Less than a year ago, reports were r...

1 DAY AGO • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Cameron Johnson trade is quietly turning into a disaster for the Nuggets It's still early in the season, but so far, the Nuggets' trade for Cameron Johnson has been a total disaster.

2 DAYS AGO • NUGGLOVE.COM

Goes scoreless in rout Johnson posted zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Friday's 129-104 win over the Warriors.

Impact Johnson's transition to Denver has been a rocky process thus far, as a nagging shoulder injury and poor shooting have compromised his production. He's only scored in double digits twice the season, demonstrating a massive regression at the position once occupied by Michael Porter. With Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown also vying for playing time, Johnson will need to step up to keep his starting gig.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 5 • NUGGLOVE.COM

Available to play Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against the Kings, as expected.

Impact Johnson has been on the injury report with the probable tag for the past two games, and he continues to play through the shoulder issue. Expect him to play his usual minutes Monday evening.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Johnson (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Johnson is dealing with lingering right shoulder inflammation, though he has yet to miss a game this season. The 29-year-old forward has struggled over five regular-season outings, averaging 8.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists while shooting 39.4 percent from the field in 26.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Rough start to season continues Johnson finished with nine points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 109-107 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Johnson continued his disappointing start to the season, scoring single digits for the fourth time in the past five games. The fact that he played 31 minutes could be viewed as a positive, having reached 30 minutes only once prior to this performance. Managers will need to exercise patience here, in the hope that he can turn things around as he becomes more familiar with his new surroundings.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Friday Johnson (shoulder) will be available for Friday's game in Portland.

Impact Johnson will continue to play through the shoulder issue and should be available for his usual minutes Friday night. Through the first four games of the season, Johnson is averaging 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 triples per contest.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Final Injury Report for Nuggets-Trail Blazers, Will Jamal Murray, Cameron Johnson Play? The Denver Nuggets may be without multiple key players in Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

OCTOBER 31 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Probable for Friday Johnson (shoulder) is probable to play Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Johnson has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation over the past two games, but he's been playing through it, and it looks like he will continue to do so Friday night. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tip-off.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sluggish performance Wednesday Johnson produced seven points (2-4 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 122-88 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Johnson played through a minor shoulder concern, albeit unproductively. It's been an underwhelming start to his career in Denver, averaging just 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.3 three-pointers in 25.7 minutes per game. While he will almost certainly be better than this moving forward, it appears as though it could be a down season when compared to what he has done in Brooklyn over the past three years.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to face Pels Johnson (shoulder) will play in Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Impact Johnson suffered a minor shoulder injury during Monday's loss to Minnesota and was forced to exit the contest early. However, the 29-year-old has been cleared to suit up and play Wednesday. In two full games this season, Johnson is averaging 10.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals across 28.5 minutes.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Johnson suffered a shoulder injury in Monday's game against the Timberwolves. He played in 19 minutes before being ruled out, and now he's in danger of missing a game. If Johnson can't play, the team will likely turn to Tim Hardaway, Bruce Brown and Peyton Watson to shoulder the load.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return Monday Johnson (shoulder) didn't return to Monday's 127-114 win over the Timberwolves. He finished with five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes.

Impact Johnson exited to the locker room in the first quarter but eventually returned in the second. However, the 29-year-old forward left again in the fourth quarter and didn't check back in. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, with the Nuggets expected to provide an update by Tuesday night.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Monday Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Johnson exited for the locker room in the first quarter but returned early in the second quarter before eventually being subbed out at the 10:42 mark of the fourth quarter due to right shoulder soreness. If he's unable to re-enter Monday's game, Tim Hardaway is likely to take on an expanded role down the stretch.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Monday Johnson (undisclosed) returned to Monday's game against the Timberwolves with 8:25 remaining in the second quarter, per the broadcast.

Impact Johnson headed back to the locker room with 3:26 remaining in the first but didn't stay out for long. He appears good to go for the remainder of the game after checking back in.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Monday Johnson (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Jack Borman of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Johnson checked out with 3:26 remaining in the opening quarter. If he's unable to return, Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway and Peyton Watson are candidates for an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Johnson is finding his fit in Denver guided by wisdom Cameron Johnson, the Nuggets’ new starting forward, says he is uneasy and unsettled. He has a new...

OCTOBER 24 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Disappoints in team debut Johnson ended with five points (2-8 FG, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 137-131 overtime loss to the Warriors.

Impact It's difficult to play a pivotal role when Aaron Gordon drops 50 points alongside you, and it's part of the reason Johnson's involvement was limited during his first game with the Nuggets. Johnson is expected to fill the role vacated by Michael Porter, and Johnson's past seasons have displayed the kind of production Denver expects at the position. It may take some time for Johnson to find his role in the offense, but he'll likely see improvement when Gordon's numbers fall back to earth.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Why Nuggets traded Michael Porter Jr. for Cameron Johnson | Sporting News Denver did what it had to do for Nikola Jokic.

OCTOBER 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Notches 11 points in win Johnson produced 11 points (2-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals across 22 minutes of Tuesday's 124-117 preseason win over Chicago.

Impact Denver's first unit was on cruise control in this game in what was a dress rehearsal for the starters, although they all had modest workloads by design. Johnson looks like a seamless fit in Denver, with his floor spacing providing an easy outlet pass for Nikola Jokic.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Improves in second preseason game Johnson tallied 11 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, an assist and a blocked shot over 20 minutes during Monday's 112-108 preseason win over the Raptors.

Impact It may take some time for Johnson to gel fully with his teammates, as he's now occupying a role previously filled by Michael Porter, who was a mainstay in the offense for six seasons. Johnson brings a slightly different skillset to the table, as his perimeter shooting is a hallmark of his game. He sports a career average of 5.9 three-point attempts per game, which is slightly higher than Porter's work beyond the arc. While he'll still play a complementary role in the offense, he'll being a different dimension to the team as a third or fourth-best offensive option.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Muted performance in Denver debut Johnson logged two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist over 15 minutes during the Nuggets' 126-116 preseason loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday.

Impact Johnson made his first appearance in a Nuggets uniform Saturday, though he didn't make much of an impact on the offensive side of the floor. He spent the last two full seasons with the Nets but was traded by Brooklyn to Denver in late June in exchange for Michael Porter and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick. Johnson averaged a career-high 18.8 minutes per game for the Nets last season, but he's expected to take on a more complimentary role while playing alongside Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

"I think he'll be our leading scorer a lot of nights" – Jamal Murray highlights what Denver can expect from Cameron Johnson Cam could be an offensive upgrade over MPJ.

OCTOBER 1 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET