Keshad Johnson takes significant pay cut for two-way contract with Heat

Keshad Johnson has transitioned from a standard contract to a two-way deal with the Miami Heat, reducing his salary from $2 million to $678,882 for the upcoming season. As part of this arrangement, Johnson will be eligible for the standard roster for only 50 games during the regular season and will not participate in the playoffs. The Heat have employed similar strategies in the past with prospects like Dru Smith. Johnson, entering his third season, remains committed to his role and aims to embody the Heat culture. The team's training camp opens on September 29.

• 6:29 PMYahoo Sports — Heat’s Keshad Johnson not alone when it comes to stepping back (66% pay cut) to two-way deal