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Maine Celtics Claim Former Nets Guard Keon Johnson to G League Roster

The 2021 first-round pick enters Boston’s pipeline with no immediate two-way path.

Mar 28, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Johnson (45) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto reported that Maine has claimed Johnson for its G League roster, adding a 23-year-old with recent NBA minutes.
  • Boston’s two-way slots are occupied by Amari Williams, Max Shulga and Ron Harper Jr., leaving no direct avenue to an NBA call-up at present.
  • Johnson started 56 of 79 games for Brooklyn last season, averaging 10.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists while shooting 38.9% from the field and 31.4% from three.
  • The Nets waived Johnson before training camp after drafting five first-rounders in June, with Tyrese Martin ultimately taking a roster spot.
  • A former No. 21 pick by the Clippers who was traded to Portland and later joined Brooklyn on a two-way before earning a standard deal, Johnson is now fully healthy according to Scotto.