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Middleton totaled four points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to Cleveland.
Middelton exceeded 20 minutes for the first time this season, although he failed to make the most of his opportunity. Thus far, Middleton has looked like a shell of his former self, offering very little in terms of tangible production. In four appearances, he has averaged 3.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in 16.0 minutes per game. Moving forward, phasing him out of the rotation could certainly be a direction Washington chooses.
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Wizards' Deandre Ayton: Quiet start to season continues
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Ayton finished with 10 points (5-5 FG) and three rebounds across 12 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to Cleveland.
Ayton played no more than 12 minutes for the second straight game, continuing what has been an underwhelming season thus far. Having been acquired by the Wizards during the offseason, Ayton finds himself firmly tethered to the second unit, playing as a backup option behind Alex Sarr and Anthony Davis. At this point, he holds no value outside of deeper formats.
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Wizards' Kyshawn George: Records 11 dimes in loss
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George racked up eight points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two rebounds, 11 assists and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to the Cavaliers.
George handed out a season-high 11 assists, making amends for what was a passive offensive night. Despite the debut of AJ Dybantsa, George logged a whopping 38 minutes, an encouraging sign for anyone rostering him. It appears as though Washington is fully invested in him moving forward, with foul issues seemingly his only stumbling block when it comes to playing time.
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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa: Drops 19 points in regular-season debut
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Dybantsa recorded 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes in Wednesday's 121-111 loss to the Cavaliers.
Dybantsa missed Washington's first four regular-season games due to a left ankle sprain but made his NBA regular-season debut Wednesday. The rookie first overall pick was under a minutes restriction, though he still finished as the Wizards' leading scorer in an efficient performance from two-point range. He should operate as one of the Wizards' top scoring options, though it wouldn't be surprising to see him remain on a minutes restriction in the short term.
Couliably won't start Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
AJ Dybantsa is ready to make his NBA regular-season debut after missing Washington's first four games with a left ankle sprain, so Coulibaly will slide to the second unit. The 22-year-old forward is averaging 8.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 0.8 blocks across 27.3 minutes per contest.
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Wizards' Tre Johnson: Ruled out Wednesday
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Johnson has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers due to right Achilles soreness.
The Achilles soreness is a new issue for Johnson, who was a late scratch ahead of tipoff. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Hornets. With the 2025 No. 6 overall pick sidelined, Bilal Coulibaly and Bub Carrington could see increased playing time.
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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa: On minutes restriction Wednesday
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Dybantsa (ankle) will be on a minutes restriction in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Dybantsa will appear in his first regular-season game Wednesday after missing time due to an ankle injury. However, head coach Brian Keefe indicated the rookie will be on a minutes restriction, which could considerably lower his statistical ceiling.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Undergoes foot surgery
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Champagnie (foot) is expected to miss several months, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic.
The forward underwent surgery Wednesday to address a fractured foot, and the Wizards hope Champagnie will be ready to return at some time around the All-Star break in February. The likes of Bilal Coulibaly, Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington will all be asked to help pick up the slack for the foreseeable future.
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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa: Will debut Wednesday
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Dybantsa (ankle) will make his NBA debut Wednesday against the Cavaliers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Washington will finally unveil the No. 1 overall pick Wednesday. With this being his debut, Dybantsa may face restrictions in his first game back. Bilal Coulibaly may see reduced minutes with this news.
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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa: Present at shootaround
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Dybantsa (ankle) was present at Wednesday's morning shootaround,Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
The rookie forward remains questionable on the latest injury report. However, he's trending in the right direction and could be cleared to make his NBA debut against the Cavaliers.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Champagnie (foot) is out for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland.
Champagnie is sidelined by a right foot injury, which he picked up during Monday's loss in Charlotte. Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington make for intriguing streaming options in deeper fantasy leagues for Wednesday.
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Wizards' AJ Dybantsa: Questionable for Wednesday
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Dybantsa (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland.
The rookie No. 1 overall pick has a chance to make his highly anticipated NBA debut Wednesday. His eventual return from an ankle sprain should push Bilal Coulibaly into a reserve role.
Riley accumulated two points (1-1 FG) in four minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
Riley made his lone field-goal attempt but otherwise struggled to make an impact during his brief appearance. The second-year forward has played just 10 combined minutes across three appearances this season, leaving him outside Washington's regular rotation. Riley can be left on fantasy waiver wires in most formats.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Struggles in loss
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Coulibaly supplied three points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 29 minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Coulibaly struggled to generate offense, finishing with more personal fouls (five) than points. The forward has scored 11 points or fewer in each of his four appearances this season, although his defensive contributions have provided some fantasy value. He should continue seeing substantial playing time while AJ Dybantsa (ankle) remains sidelined.
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Wizards' Deandre Ayton: Scoreless in 12 minutes
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Ayton racked up zero points (0-1 FG), four rebounds and two assists over 12 minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Ayton struggled to make an impact offensively while playing a limited role behind Washington's starting frontcourt of Anthony Davis and Alexandre Sarr. The veteran center has seen inconsistent playing time to begin the season, significantly restricting his fantasy upside. Unless his role expands, Ayton will have difficulty providing reliable production even in deeper leagues.
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Wizards' Bub Carrington: Struggles on offense
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Carrington posted six points (2-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three assists and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to the Hornets.
Carrington connected on two shots from beyond the arc but otherwise struggled to make an impact, failing to record a rebound despite logging 28 minutes. The young guard continues to see meaningful playing time in Washington's backcourt, though the presence of Trae Young limits his opportunities as a primary facilitator. Carrington's inconsistent production makes him a difficult player to trust in standard fantasy formats.
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Wizards' Khris Middleton: Goes scoreless in loss
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Middleton racked up one rebound in 13 minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
Middleton failed to attempt a shot during his brief appearance, finishing with a minus-17 rating. The veteran forward has played a limited role off Washington's bench to begin the season, making it difficult for him to provide consistent fantasy value. Unless his minutes increase significantly, Middleton remains an unappealing option outside the deepest leagues.
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Wizards' Anthony Davis: Secures double-double in loss
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Davis finished with 29 points (11-22 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 110-103 loss to Charlotte.
Davis put together a strong all-around showing, resulting in his second double-double through four matchups this season. He was spotted grabbing his right hand during the final 30 seconds of Monday's game after getting bumped on a screen, but he joked after the matchup that his hand was simply hot from making too many shots, per Greg Finberg of Wizards Central, so fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief.
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