Omoruyi agreed to a deal with Minnesota on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Terms of the deal haven't been reported yet, though it's likely an Exhibit 10 deal in which Omoruyi will compete for a roster spot in training camp. Omoruyi made 43 regular-season appearances for the Wizards in 2023-24, averaging 4.8 points and 2.0 rebounds in 9.1 minutes.
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Eugene Omoruyi: Will be waived by Washington
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Omoruyi will be waived by Washington on Wednesday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Omoruyi's salary of $2.2 million for the 2024-25 season is non-guaranteed, so this move isn't a big surprise. When the transaction is official, Washington's roster will be down to 16 players, not including those on two-way contracts. In 43 regular-season appearances for the Wizards, Omoruyi produced averages of 4.8 points and 2.0 rebounds in 9.1 minutes.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Career-high 26 points vs. Boston
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Omoruyi registered 26 points (11-17 FG, 4-6 3Pt), two rebounds and five assists across 23 minutes during Sunday's 132-122 loss to the Celtics.
Omoruyi had a career night in the Wizards' regular-season finale, coming off the bench to lead the team in scoring. Omoruyi played 10-plus minutes in each of the last seven games of the season and averaged 8.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 15.6 minutes per game over that span.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Available vs. Chicago
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Omoruyi (illness) is available for Friday's game against Chicago, Bijan Todd of Monumental Sports Network reports.
Omoruyi was questionable for Friday's matchup due to a non-COVID illness, but he'll be able to suit up despite the issue. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 4.6 points and 2.4 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per game.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Plays 14 minutes in return
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Omoruyi (ankle) totaled three points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound and one assist in 14 minutes Tuesday in the Wizards' 117-113 win over the Bucks.
Omoruyi wasn't particularly effective in his return from a seven-game absence due to a left ankle sprain, but the injury-plagued Wizards were likely just happy to reclaim some health in the frontcourt. With Washington listing Marvin Bagley (knee) and Richaun Holmes (toe) out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Omoruyi could be in store for a larger role in the second leg of the back-to-back set.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Out again Friday
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Omoruyi (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pistons.
Omoruyi will miss a sixth straight game due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus the Heat.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Still out
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Omoruyi (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Nets.
Omoruyi's absence streak will extend to five games Wednesday. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Detroit.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Ruled out for Monday
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Omoruyi (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Chicago.
Omoruyi will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive matchup as he continues to deal with a right ankle sprain. Marvin Bagley and Richaun Holmes remain candidates to see an uptick in playing time.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Will remain out Thursday
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Omoruyi (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Kings.
Omoruyi will miss a second straight game after spraining his right ankle during Sunday's blowout loss to the Celtics. Marvin Bagley (back) remains out Thursday and Richaun Holmes (illness) is questionable, so Kyle Kuzma and Anthony Gill could see extra minutes at the five again.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Ruled out for Tuesday
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Omoruyi has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets with a right ankle sprain.
Omoruyi will miss at least one game after spraining his right ankle during Sunday's 130-104 loss to the Celtics. Marvin Bagley (back) remains out Tuesday, so Richaun Holmes may start at center again, but the Wizards could also go small with Kyle Kuzma and Anthony Gill at the five for stretches.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Exits early Sunday
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Omoruyi won't return to Sunday's game against the Celtics due to a left ankle sprain.
Omoruyi tweaked his ankle late in the second half and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest shortly thereafter. The 27-year-old pro will finish the day with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists in 15 minutes.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Agrees to standard deal
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Omoruyi agreed to a standard two-year NBA contract with the Wizards on Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Omoruyi was previously operating under a two-way deal and made 27 appearances for the Wizards this season, averaging 4.6 points and 2.1 rebounds in 7.6 minutes per game. His role isn't likely to increase after the new deal unless Washington starts shutting down its regulars, but it's still a solid promotion for the 27-year-old.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Season best game in double-double
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Omoruyi finished with 16 points (6-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and three steals in 23 minutes during Sunday's 140-112 loss to Phoenix.
Omoruyi led all bench players in Sunday's contest in scoring and rebounds while adding a trio of assists and a team-high steals total in a well-rounded showcase. Omoruyi set season-high marks in scoring, rebounds and steals while posting his fourth double-digit point total of the year.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Iffy for Friday
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Omoruyi (concussion) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Omoruyi was unavailable Wednesday against New Orleans due to his concussion, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return Friday. His status shouldn't significantly impact Washington's rotation.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Makes impact in limited action
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Omoruyi chipped in 14 points (5-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 12 minutes during Monday's 126-107 loss to the Celtics.
The Wizards were blown out, but Omoruyi was a bright spot and cleaned up in garbage time. While he's currently on the outskirts of the rotation, Omoruyi certainly gave the coaching staff something to think about going forward.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Big off bench again
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Omoruyi scored 16 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-8 FT) while adding three rebounds, an assist and a steal in only 12 minutes off the bench in Friday's 134-98 preseason loss to the Raptors.
The lack of court time in the Wizards' final exhibition contest, and the fact that it came in the fourth quarter, indicates the 26-year-old forward is likely on the outside looking in for a spot on the Opening Night roster, but it's hard to argue with his production and efficiency. Omoruyi, who signed a two-way contract with the Wizards in July, could stick around and provide some frontcourt depth if Kyle Kuzma (calf) remains sidelined to begin the regular season, however.
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Wizards' Eugene Omoruyi: Leads bench in scoring
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Omoruyi tallied 16 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three steals and two rebounds over 12 minutes in Tuesday's 145-82 exhibition win over Cairns.
Omoruyi led all bench players in scoring and finished as one of eight Wizards with a double-digit point total during a blowout victory. Omoruyi has played for four different teams across his first three NBA campaigns, and he's looking to carve out a consistent bench role during his first season in Washington.
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Eugene Omoruyi: Waived by Pistons
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The Pistons waived Omoruyi (ankle) on Saturday.
Detroit picked up Omoruyi's $1.9 million option Wednesday, but his salary for next season remained non-guaranteed, so the move won't cost the team any money. Omoruyi will become an unrestricted free agent if he clears waivers. Omoruyi appeared in 17 games after signing a pair of 10-day deals in early March but also played for the Thunder, and he averaged 7.0 points and 2.8 rebounds in 16.1 minutes across 40 games for both franchises in 2022-23.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Staying in Detroit
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The Pistons picked up Omoruyi's (ankle) $1.9 million team option for 2023-24 on Wednesday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Omoruyi averaged 7.0 points and 2.8 rebounds in 16.1 minutes across 40 games for the Pistons and Thunder in 2022-23. The second-year forward fits the timeline of Detroit's youth movement and could see an extended role in 2023-24.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Ruled out Friday
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Omoruyi (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Omoruyi sustained a left ankle sprain Wednesday against the Nets and will be sidelined for at least one game as the season winds down. His final chance to suit up this year will be Sunday against Chicago.
