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Joe Johnson will start in his Heat debut on Sunday against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Johnson will start at small forward in his Heat debut Sunday against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis:

After signing with the Heat on Saturday, Johnson will jump straight into the starting five, replacing Justise Winslow. Coach Erik Spoelstra said that he expects Johnson to play a significant role for the Heat for the rest of the season, and it appears they'll try to get him involved as soon as possible, so he figures to play big minutes Sunday.

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