Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Thu 3/3/16 12:18 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson contributed 11 points (4-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five steals, four rebounds, two assists, and one block over 31 minutes in Wednesday's 103-98 win over the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson's horrid shooting night was actually overshadowed by starting small forward Jeff Green's more woeful 0-for-7 mark from the field, so Johnson ended up dominating the minutes at the position in the Clippers' comeback victory. His contributions on the defensive end in particular were critical, and have driven most of his value in deeper categories leagues. He's notched at least one steal in all but one of his last 19 games, averaging 1.9 during that span.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Thu 2/25/16 1:18 AM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson tallied five points (2-11 FG, 1-7 3Pt) and seven rebounds over 23 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Nuggets.
EDGE Analysis
With the arrival of Jeff Green at the trade deadline, some wondered if the newly-acquired swingman would usurp Johnson's role as the athletic stretch forward. So far, Johnson has maintained his place in the rotation but his uncertain future, plus his modest production, limits his upside.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Mon 2/8/16 11:03 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson managed seven points (3-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block in 42 minutes during the Clippers' 98-92 overtime win against the 76ers on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson started in place of Paul Pierce (rest), hauling in a season-high nine boards in a season-high 42 minutes. Over the last five contests, Johnson is posting nine points on 42 percent from the field, 5.2 rebounds, two threes, 1.6 steals, 1.4 blocks, and 0.8 assists in 27 minutes per appearance. This was only the fourth time he surpassed 30 minutes this season, and he is only worth a look in the very deepest leagues.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Mon 2/8/16 5:51 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson will move into the starting lineup at small forward Monday against the 76ers, Tom Moore of Calkins Media reports.
EDGE Analysis
Paul Pierce will get the night off to rest, so Johnson will enter the lineup in his stead, joining DeAndre Jordan and Luc Richard Mbah a Moute in the frontcourt. Johnson figures to pick up a few extra minutes, with Lance Stephenson also in line to see additional run off the bench.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Mon 2/1/16 12:50 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson returned to the bench in Sunday's 120-93 win over the Bulls and finished with 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, and one assist across 20 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
With Paul Pierce returning from a one-game absence due to rest, Johnson claimed his usual reserve role, but it didn't really alter his court time. He's played between 20 and 28 minutes in each of the last 10 games, and is averaging 8.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.9 three-pointers, 1.5 steals, 0.9 assists, and 0.6 blocks during that stretch.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Fri 1/29/16 10:25 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson will draw the start at power forward Friday, Dan Woike of the OC Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Paul Pierce was given the night off, so Johnson will benefit from his absence by getting the start Friday. Expect Pierce to return for their next game Sunday versus the Bulls, so this will likely be a one time start for Johnson. He should see a slightly increased workload versus the Lakers Friday.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Wed 1/27/16 11:19 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson recorded seven points (3-12 FG, 1-8 3Pt), six rebounds, six steals, and one block in 28 minutes during the Clippers' 85-83 win over the Hawks on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson snagged a career-high six steals, and he has seen 20 minutes or more in 15 straight contests. During the month of January, Johnson has been a steady source for threes and steals, but overall he is still only worth consideration in deep leagues.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Wed 1/27/16 9:36 AM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson scored 15 points (5-8 FG, 5-6 3Pt) and added one assist and one steal in 20 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's 91-89 victory over the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has displayed some chops from long range recently, knocking down 14-of-27 three-point tries over the Clippers' last five games. While that accurate touch has allowed him to reach double digits in the scoring column in three of those contests, Johnson's rebound and assist production during that same stretch has been rather lackluster, which will continue to limit his fantasy ceiling.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Fri 1/22/16 11:15 PM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson managed 14 points (5-5 FG, 4-4 3Pt), three rounds, two steals, two blocks, and one assist in 23 minutes during the Clippers' 116-88 win versus the Knicks on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Over the last five games, Johnson is averaging 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, one assist, one steal, and 0.8 blocks in 22 minutes per appearance--all of which are slight above his season averages. Johnson has been playing well lately, but his role simply isn't prominent enough to make him valuable in fantasy.
Wesley Johnson SG/SF FA Thu 1/14/16 1:35 AM
Wesley Johnson
SG/SF FA
Johnson (foot) scored five points, grabbed four rebounds, and tallied two steals in 22 minutes off the bench in Thursday's victory over the Heat.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has dealt with a foot issue for a little over a week, but the setback has not prevented him from playing in any games up to this point. He continues to see regular minutes in the low-20s with Blake Griffin (quad) sidelined.