What It Means:

"J.J. was one of the most special things that I've been a part of in my coaching career," said Erik Spoelstra, who is in his 10th year leading the Heat. "It was probably, to people on the outside, maybe surprising. Or you didn't predict this would happen a year ago when we signed him. "But when we actually named him captain, it was the no-brainer of no-brainers. You talk to any single player or staff member in that locker room, it was unanimous that he had to be a captain. He has that type of voice, purity, intention and just natural leadership qualities to take on that role. So it was really cool to see him grow into that."

Johnson put up 14 points, 8 assists, 5 blocks and 4 assists in Miami's win over the Pacers on Saturday night. The Cheyenne, Wyoming native's next game will come on Monday night against the Atlanta Hawks.