Nets waive Joe Johnson

Nets waive guard Joe Johnson

The Brooklyn Nets announced Thursday afternoon that they've waived Joe Johnson after agreeing to a buyout with the former All-Star guard.

Earlier Thursday, ESPN.com's Marc Stein reported that the two sides had opened buyout negotiations. Sources said that Johnson had been sold on the idea of joining a contender for the stretch run if he and the Nets could come to terms on a contract settlement.

A number of likely playoff teams, sources said, are already pursuing Johnson: Atlanta, Boston, Cleveland, Houston, Miami, Oklahoma City and Toronto. Sources said that Johnson, who can't clear waivers until 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, is likely to take a couple of days to sift through the offers.

Would be funny to see him go back to ATL

Or Boston, for that matter.

Boston looks to be a strong option for him which would be cool to see him finish his career where it started.

He's committed to sign with Miami after he clears waivers.

He's committed to sign with Miami after he clears waivers.

Interesting decision. He still wants minutes. More than he would get in Cleveland anyways

Read he's playingfor his next contract more than he's going after a ring.

Joe Johnson signs with Miami Heat after clearing waivers

Would be funny to see him go back to ATL

Or Boston, for that matter.

no and no. keep him the fuck away from both of these cities

Not to worry, it's a done deal in Miami.

Thanks! He's a great fit and I can't wait for him to hit the dagger 3 against the Celtics and Hawks in the playoffs like Ray did.

I miss gaybackflip telling us how dominant the Nets are going to be for years to come.

He's hanging out with the fellow who was positive that LeBron James was signing with the Bulls in 2010.

Dem Chris Broussard sources doe!!

Man. It's looking like Bosh's illness is a blessing in disguise for the Heat. Deng is having a new life as a stretch four. Joe Johnson is turning out to be a great pick up and plays well as a 3. Whiteside has middle all to himself.

Love this team more than Bosh led one. More possessions to go around, and true small ball team now.