Joe Johnson: Starts at small forward Monday

With Gordon Hayward expected to miss upwards of six weeks with a fractured and dislocated finger, Johnson was immediately considered his likely replacement in the starting lineup, which is only further evidenced by being named a starter for Monday’s preseason game. He’ll likely open the regular season as the team’s starting small forward and could be a source of points and three-pointers for the duration of Hayward’s absence.