James Johnson has continued his rich vein of form, albeit in a losing cause. The Miami Heat lost to the Detroit Pistons 107-98, with their record dropping to 10-25 in the process. Due to the host of injuries Miami continues to endure, Johnson received a spike in his playing time. However, this proved no obstacle to performing is the efficient manner in which the team has become accustomed.
Johnson played 34 minutes and finished with 20 points, seven rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal. Most impressive was his efficiency, hitting 6-of-13 overall from the field including 4-of-5 from downtown and knocking down all four of his free-throw attempts.