Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Low output in first start of season

Champagnie logged four points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 17 minutes during the Wizards' 119-102 loss to the Knicks on Monday.

Champagnie was inserted into the Wizards' starting lineup for the first time this season due to Khris Middleton (elbow) being sidelined. Champagnie logged a season-high 17 minutes during Monday's loss but wasn't able to convert that additional playing time into much production in the box score, and his minus-24 point differential was second worst on the Wizards behind Kyshawn George (minus-25). Middleton is considered day-to-day with his injury and could be available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics, which would revert Champagnie to a reserve role.