Wesley Johnson will draw the start at power forward Friday, Dan Woike of the OC Register reports.

Johnson will draw the start at power forward Friday, Dan Woike of the OC Register reports.

Analysis:

Paul Pierce was given the night off, so Johnson will benefit from his absence by getting the start Friday. Expect Pierce to return for their next game Sunday versus the Bulls, so this will likely be a one time start for Johnson. He should see a slightly increased workload versus the Lakers Friday.