<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/heat-news-miami-makes-keshad-johnson-contract-decision-after-g-league-run');   ga('set', 'title', 'Heat make Keshad Johnson contract decision after stellar G League run');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Miami-makes-Keshad-Johnson-contract-decision-after-stellar-G-League-run.jpg"><figcaption>ClutchPoints</figcaption></figure><h1>Heat make Keshad Johnson contract decision after stellar G League run</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-24T14:47:32-08:00">December 24th, 2:47pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-24T14:47:32-08:00">December 24th, 2:47pm</time><address><a>Julian Ojeda</a>Julian Ojeda is an Orlando-based sports journalist with 3 years of professional writing under his belt, specializing in both NBA and NFL coverage. A devoted Orlando Magic fan, he deftly balances fervent fandom with insightful reporting, possessing a keen eye for compelling narratives.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Miami Heat</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Miami Heat are <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1871658129118953573" rel="noopener">converting</a> forward Keshad Johnson to a two-year NBA contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move, announced Tuesday, follows Johnson’s impressive performances in the G League this season.</p><p>Johnson, 23, has been a standout in the developmental league, averaging 21.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. He has also displayed remarkable efficiency, shooting 54.9% from the field and 39.6% from three-point range.</p><p>The Heat’s decision comes in the wake of a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/key-heat-backup-guard-suffers-season-ending-knee-injury">season-ending injury to backup guard Dru Smith, who suffered a torn Achilles</a>. Smith, 26, had been a reliable contributor for Miami, averaging 6.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.5 steals per game while shooting 50.8% from the field and 53.3% from beyond the arc.</p><h2><b>Heat convert Keshad Johnson to NBA contract ahead of pivotal road trip</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Santi-Aldama-7-dribbles-as-Miami-Heat-forward-Keshad-Johnson-16-defends.jpg"><figcaption>© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>With a 14-13 record, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/heat-news-erik-spoelstra-reveals-important-wish-after-snapping-skid-in-win-vs-nets">Heat are looking to build momentum after snapping a three-game losing streak</a> with a 110-95 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night. Johnson’s addition is expected to bolster the team’s depth as they navigate a challenging stretch of the season.</p><p>Miami’s next test will come on a three-game road trip, starting with a matchup against the Orlando Magic on Friday. The Magic, currently 19-12, have been without key players Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner due to injuries. In their last meeting, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/heat-news-miami-collapse-magic-ends-796-nba-streak">Orlando overcame a 25-point deficit to defeat the Heat</a>, holding Miami to just eight points in the fourth quarter. The Heat are 0-2 against the Magic this season.</p><p>Johnson’s ability to contribute on both ends of the floor could provide a spark for a Miami team that has struggled with consistency. The 6-foot-7 forward brings size, athleticism, and shooting range, making him a versatile option for head coach Erik Spoelstra.</p><p>The Heat have a history of developing G League talent, and Johnson’s promotion underscores the team’s commitment to identifying and cultivating potential. With Miami navigating a challenging stretch of the season, Johnson’s transition to the NBA roster presents an opportunity to make an immediate impact.</p><p>The Heat’s road trip continues after Orlando with games against the Atlanta Hawks (15-15) and Houston Rockets (20-9), as the team aims to climb in the competitive Eastern Conference standings.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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2024-25 SEASON STATS
PTS	REB	AST	BLK	STL
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