James Johnson has stepped up late in the season

Apr 7, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat forward James Johnson (16) dribbles the ball past Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka (9) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Miami 96-94. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 7, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat forward James Johnson (16) dribbles the ball past Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka (9) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Miami 96-94. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
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ery bit of the Heat culture with open arms, even trimming his body fat to the lowest portion it’s ever been during his lifetime.

Johnson may not always be flashy or perfect, but he gives his all every single night and as a Heat fan, you can’t ask for more than that.

“We’re stubborn and hard-headed, we love each other,” Johnson said. “We lose together, we win together, we’re always in these trenches together. We just have to sharpen our swords and get ready for another battle tomorrow night.”

Miami (38-41) will return to action tonight against the Washington Wizards at 7:00 p.m. ET.