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Jalen McDaniels Shams: Wizards signing Jalen McDaniels to 10-day
Sat, Feb 22, 2025, 3:26 AM
ESPN's Shams Charania reports the Wizards are signing Jalen McDaniels to a 10-day contract.
Analysis: The Wizards have made a lot of changes lately but McDaniels hasn't played in an NBA game since 2023-24 and isn't likely to impact fantasy basketball. |
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Corey Kispert Corey Kispert hits four three-pointers vs. Bucks
Fri, Feb 21, 2025, 4:28 PM
Corey Kispert shot 6-of-11 from the field in Friday's loss to the Bucks, scoring 16 points with two rebounds, two assists, and four three-pointers in 23 minutes.
Analysis: Rostered in eight percent of Yahoo leagues, Kispert can have some value for category league managers seeking three-point production. Over the past two weeks, he's averaged 16.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 3.3 three-pointers per game, shooting 55.6 percent from the field. Over his last three outings, Kispert has shot 12-of-21 from beyond the arc. He may not offer the upside of the Wizards' rookies (Alexandre Sarr, Bub Carrington, and Kyshawn George) or second-year wing Bilal Coulibaly. Still, Kispert may be worth a look during the âsilly season.â There's no need to add him now, but deep-league managers should have Corey's name on their watch lists. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart plays 17 minutes in Wizards debut
Fri, Feb 21, 2025, 4:19 PM
Marcus Smart accumulated five points (2-of-3 FGs), one rebound, one assist, two steals, and one three-pointer in 17 minutes in Friday's loss to the Bucks.
Analysis: Smart, who was recovering from a hand injury at the time of his deadline day trade from Memphis to Washington, was used in a reserve role on Friday. And, to no one's surprise, the production was minimal outside of the two steals. Smart will likely be more valuable to the Wizards as a mentor for their young talents, especially defensive wings Bilal Coulibaly (7/5/4 in 31 minutes) and Kyshawn George (4/9/5/1/2 with one three-pointer in 34 minutes), than to fantasy managers. Marcus is rostered in 12 percent of Yahoo leagues, and that number should decrease in the aftermath of Friday's showing. |
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Khris Middleton Khris Middleton scores 12 points in Wizards debut
Fri, Feb 21, 2025, 4:12 PM
Khris Middleton finished Friday's loss to the Bucks with 12 points (4-of-9 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one three-pointer in 24 minutes.
Analysis: Middleton made his Wizards debut on Friday, and, as fate should have it, he did so against the Bucks. The veteran wing had a solid night at the office, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and finishing one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Unfortunately for Middleton, his three-point attempt that could have forced overtime fell short of the mark. His presence in the starting lineup meant Bub Carrington was demoted to the bench, with the rookie accounting for eight points, three rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 23 minutes. Middleton's playing time is worth tracking moving forward, as Bub stands to take the most significant hit if the rebuilding Wizards (who are now 9-46) have the veteran play starters' minutes. |
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Khris Middleton WAS starting Poole, Bilal, Middleton, George, Sarr
Fri, Feb 21, 2025, 12:37 PM
Joshua Robbins
The Wizards will start Jordan Poole, Bilal Coulibaly, Khris Middleton, Kyshawn George and Alexandre Sarr against the Bucks on Friday.
Analysis: Middleton is set to make his debut for Washington after being traded from Milwaukee at the deadline. His first game won't be a return home, but it will be against his former team. Rookie Bub Carrington will come off the bench with Middleton starting. |
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Anthony Gill Anthony Gill (ankle) available Friday vs. Bucks
Fri, Feb 21, 2025, 7:39 AM
Anthony Gill (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Gill missed the last three games before the All-Star break, but is set to return to the court Friday against the Bucks. Unfortunately, the 32-year-old power forward doesn't play enough minutes to be fantasy relevant when healthy anyway. |
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Khris Middleton Khris Middleton, Marcus Smart available Friday
Thu, Feb 20, 2025, 10:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Khris Middleton (rest) and Marcus Smart (trade pending) will be available to make their Wizards debuts on Friday against the Bucks.
Analysis: Middleton and Smart were full participants in Wednesday's practice and are absent from the Wizards' injury report for Friday night. While the veterans will be in the rotation, their minutes are unlikely to come at the expense of Washington's younger players. Middleton and Smart will be valuable to Washington as mentors for their young core. They will not be valuable for fantasy purposes. |
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Anthony Gill Anthony Gill (ankle) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Thu, Feb 20, 2025, 10:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Gill (ankle) is questionable to play against the Bucks on Friday.
Analysis: Gill missed Washington's final three games before the All-Star break due to a right ankle sprain. Gill has played 5.8 minutes per game this season, and if he's available to play against Milwaukee, he'll return to his typical tiny role. |
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Khris Middleton Khris Middleton, Marcus Smart practiced Wednesday
Wed, Feb 19, 2025, 2:26 PM
Varun Shankar
Khris Middleton (rest) and Marcus Smart (trade pending) were full participants in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: The Wizards will play their first game after the All-Star break against the Bucks on Friday night, and two of the team's trade deadline additions may be available. Middleton and Smart were full participants in Wednesday's practice, and their availability would give Washington two veterans to help lead the four first-round picks. Fantasy managers may be concerned that Bub Carrington and Kyshawn George may lose playing time once Middleton and Smart are available, but there's no need to panic. |
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Malcolm Brogdon Malcolm Brogdon (leg) will not play Friday vs. MIL
Wed, Feb 19, 2025, 2:22 PM
Varun Shankar
Malcolm Brogdon (leg) will not be available for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Brogdon injured his left leg during Washington's February 12 loss to the Pacers. While he does not have a timeline for return, Wizards coach Brian Keefe said after Wednesday's practice that Brogdon will not be available for Friday's game. Bub Carrington's playing time should be secure as the starter, while Marcus Smart could make his Wizards debut after practicing on Wednesday. |
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Jordan Poole Jordan Poole has 42 points, 6 threes in loss
Wed, Feb 12, 2025, 3:58 PM
Jordan Poole had 42 points (15-of-29 FGs), five rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and six 3-pointers against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wednesday was Jordan Poole's type of game. The 25-year-old shooting guard dropped a game-high 42 points as the Wizards and Pacers went back and forth and even needed overtime to decide the winner. Poole took 29 shots, which was 10 more than anyone on either team Wednesday. It's the second time he's scored at least 40 points in his last four games. Poole heads into the All-Star break with a couple of monster performances of late. |
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Malcolm Brogdon Malcolm Brogdon (leg) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Feb 12, 2025, 3:06 PM
Josh Robbins
Malcolm Brogdon (leg) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Brogdon injured his left leg on a drive to the basket during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game. Unable to put any weight on the leg, the veteran guard did not attempt his free throws and was helped back to the locker room. Brogdon played 15 minutes, finishing with 12 points (5-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) and six assists. |
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Richaun Holmes Richaun Holmes scores 17 points in loss to Spurs
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 6:07 PM
Richaun Holmes started again on Monday and contributed 17 points (8-of-9 FGs), four rebounds and one block against the Spurs.
Analysis: Holmes has started Washington's last four games at center, and he has been productive during that stretch. He has averaged 12.0 points, 7.3 rebounds and one block while playing 28.5 minutes per game and shooting 74.1 percent from the floor. Nine players saw the floor for the Wizards in this game, and all of them scored in double figures. If Alexandre Sarr (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Holmes should be in line for another start. |
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Tristan Vukcevic Tristan Vukcevic records 18/6/2/1/1 line vs. SAS
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 4:44 PM
Tristan Vukcevic provided a boost off the bench with 18 points (7-of-10 FGs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and two 3-pointers in a 131-121 loss to the Spurs on Monday.
Analysis: Vukcevic has taken on a larger role for Washington off the bench recently, and he had one of his best performances of the season against San Antonio. He had a season high in points and was the leading scorer for the Wizards in the loss. Vukcevic shined down the stretch last season and was expected to be a large part of the rotation this year. That hasn't been the case, but he has stepped up recently with Alexandre Sarr sidelined. Vukcevic isn't a standard league player, but his recent performances are encouraging for dynasty managers. |
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Khris Middleton Khris Middleton, Marcus Smart to debut after break
Sun, Feb 9, 2025, 12:52 PM
Josh Robbins on Twitter
Khris Middleton and Marcus Smart are likely to make their Wizards debuts after the All-Star break.
Analysis: The Wizards' newest additions will have to wait until at least February 21 against the Bucks to make their debuts. With Kyle Kuzma gone, Jordan Poole should see heavy usage as the team's primary scorer, while Kyshawn George (ankle) should also enjoy a heftier workload if he plays. |
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Jordan Poole Jordan Poole tallies 21/5/6 line in loss Saturday
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 4:04 PM
Jordan Poole posted a strong line on Saturday with 21 points (8-of-17 FGs), five rebounds, six assists, one steal, one 3-pointer and five turnovers against the Hawks.
Analysis: After scoring a career-best 45 points on Friday night, Poole wasn't able to provide much of an encore against Atlanta. However, prior to Friday, Poole had scored less than 20 points in seven straight games. His 21 in this game didn't stand out, but it was still better than what he has produced over the last two weeks. Poole played 78 games last season, so managers shouldn't have to worry about him being a shut down candidate as the Wizards try to improve their lottery odds down the stretch. |
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Justin Champagnie Justin Champagnie scores 10 points in spot start
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 4:00 PM
Justin Champagnie got the start on Saturday and finished with 10 points (4-of-8 FGs), eight rebounds and one steal against the Hawks.
Analysis: With Kyshawn George (ankle) out for this game, Champagnie replaced him in the starting unit. He got off to a strong start, scoring 10 points in the first quarter. However, that ended up being all the scoring that he did in this game. Champagnie is a solid depth piece for Washington, and he has had some productive games for them this season. Still, if George remains out against the Spurs on Monday, Champagnie isn't worth streaming in. |
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Justin Champagnie WAS starting Poole, Bub, Bilal, Champagnie, Holmes
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 12:31 PM
Joshua Robbins
The Wizards will start Jordan Poole, Bub Carrington, Bilal Coulibaly, Justin Champagnie and Richaun Holmes against Atlanta on Saturday.
Analysis: With Kyshawn George (ankle) sidelined, Champagnie will slide into the starting lineup. Champagnie had a strong run as a starter in December, though his production was hit-or-miss. He isn't a great streaming option on a night with 11 games. |
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Jaylen Nowell Report: Wizards sign Jaylen Nowell to 10-day deal
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 8:14 AM
Michael Scotto
The Wizards have signed Jaylen Nowell to a 10-day contract, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
Analysis: Nowell, who played with the Pelicans in November, is back in the NBA. He most recently played for the Wizards' G League affiliate, and he'll fill Washington's open roster spot for the next ten days. The 2019 second-round pick is not a player who should be added to fantasy league rosters. |
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Justin Champagnie Justin Champagnie (rib) absent from injury report
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 8:12 AM
NBA Injury Report
Justin Champagnie (rib) is not on the injury report for Saturday's game against Atlanta.
Analysis: Champagnie is back after sitting out Friday's loss to Cleveland with a right rib contusion. Kyshawn George (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game, and his absence would free up minutes for multiple players, including Champagnie. |
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