Former Net forward Joe Johnson will sign a minimum deal with the Miami Heat once he clears waivers over the weekend, sources tell Shams Charania of The Vertical.
Free agent Joe Johnson has committed to a deal with the Miami Heat after he clears waivers, league sources tell The Vertical.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 26, 2016
With Johnson added to the roster, the Heat will have to buyout a player or waive someone (and hope another team claims him) to avert the repeat-offender tax penalties.
Johnson is expected to clear waivers on Saturday.