James Johnson's X-rays on his sprained left ankle came back negative Monday.

Johnson's X-rays on his sprained left ankle came back negative Monday.

Analysis:

Johnson suffered the sprain during Monday's contest against the Nuggets. His ability to play in Tuesday's game against the Suns seems unlikely, but official word on his status should be unveiled in advance of Tuesday's tip off. If Johnson is sidelined by the injury, Terrence Ross would seem to be the top candidate to make the start at small forward.