Washington racked up 27 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 17 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 28 minutes during Sunday's 121-119 win over Oklahoma City.
The 17 boards were a career high for the 26-year-old forward, who also produced a season-high scoring effort in the absence of Luka Doncic (knee). Washington missed five games himself earlier this month due to knee trouble, and he was making his first start since Nov. 4. Doncic isn't expected to be sidelined for long, but Washington could continue to see elevated usage as long as the Mavs' superstar is unavailable.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Back in starting lineup Sunday
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Washington will start Sunday's game against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Washington returned Friday in a limited role after missing five straight games due to a knee injury, but he will return to the starting five Sunday. With Luka Doncic (knee) unavailable, Washington may be called upon more often offensively.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Minutes capped in return
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Washington (knee) came off the bench and recorded zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and two steals across 19 minutes in Saturday's 110-93 win over the Spurs.
Making his return from a five-game absence due to a sprained right knee, Washington was eased back into the Dallas rotation as a reserve after he had started in each of the Mavericks' first seven contests of the season. Once he's further removed from the injury, Washington should eventually move back to the top unit and revert to a near-30-minute role, but he'll likely face some restrictions once again Sunday in Oklahoma City, if Dallas makes him active for the contest.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Will play on minutes restriction
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Washington (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Spurs, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Head coach Jason Kidd relayed Saturday that Washington -- who has missed the Mavericks' last five games due to a sprained right knee -- is unlikely to see heavy minutes in his return. Washington may be inserted back into the starting lineup if Naji Marshall is unable to play due to an illness.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Now likely to play Saturday
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Washington (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.
Washington has been upgraded from doubtful to probable Saturday after missing Dallas' last five contests with a sprained right knee. If Washington is ultimately deemed available against San Antonio, he could reclaim his starting spot from Maxi Kleber.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Upgraded to questionable
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Washington (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.
Washington has missed Dallas' last five contests due to a right sprain. However, Washington's status being upgraded to questionable is a good sign that he is nearing a return to action.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Doubtful for Saturday
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Washington (knee) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.
Washington has been a mainstay on the injury report due to a sprained right knee, and he is in jeopardy of missing his sixth consecutive outing. The 26-year-old was also ruled doubtful ahead of Thursday's loss to Utah, and if he is unable to suit up again Saturday, Naji Marshall and Maxi Kleber are candidates for an increased role.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Officially ruled out Thursday
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Washington (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Washington will miss his fifth consecutive outing due to a right knee sprain. The 26-year-old was deemed doubtful before being officially ruled out, and his next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Spurs. With Washington out, Naji Marshall is expected to draw the start at power forward once again.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Officially ruled out
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Washington (knee) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Warriors.
Washington will miss his fourth straight game after being downgraded from doubtful to out Tuesday due to a sprained right knee. Washington's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Utah.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Unlikely to play Tuesday
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Washington (knee) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.
It's likely that Washington will miss his fourth straight game Tuesday due to a right knee sprain. Naji Marshall and Jaden Hardy have seen an uptick in playing time off the bench while Washington has been sidelined.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Officially out vs. Denver
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Washington (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets, Adam Mares of DenverStiffs.com reports.
As expected, Washington will miss a third straight game due to a right knee sprain. Naji Marshall and Olivier-Maxence Prosper will continue to see more minutes off the bench Sunday while Washington is sidelined. Washington's next chance at playing will be Tuesday against the Warriors.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Unlikely to play against Denver
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Washington (knee) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Nuggets, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Washington is expected to miss his third straight contest Friday due to a sprained right knee. If Washington is ultimately ruled out yet again, Naji Marshall will likely draw another start.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Still out Friday
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Washington (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus the Suns, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Washington will miss his second straight contest Friday while dealing with a sprained right knee. Naji Marshall should continue to start in his absence. Washington's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Denver.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Won't play against Chicago
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Washington is out for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to a right knee sprain.
Washington appears to have injured his knee during Tuesday's loss to Indiana and will be held out Wednesday. In his absence, Naji Marshall will likely receive increased playing time. Washington's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Phoenix.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Records double-double Monday
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Washington accumulated 12 points (6-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and four steals over 33 minutes during Monday's 110-102 victory over the Jazz.
Washington made his presence felt on both ends of the court Monday and posted his first double-double of the campaign. Even though he's scored in double digits in two of his first three appearances this season, his role in the Mavs' offensive scheme is secondary, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect massive contributions from him on a daily basis.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Back in starting lineup Monday
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Washington will enter the starting lineup during Monday's preseason matchup against the Clippers, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.
Washington has been nursing a hip injury throughout the preseason, though he will slide back into the starting five in his first preseason game. The 26-year-old will replace Olivier-Maxence Prosper in the starting five, though Washington will likely be limited during his return.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Absent from injury report
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Washington (hip) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's preseason game against the Clippers.
Washington has been nursing a hip injury since the beginning of preseason play, but he was cleared for non-contact work Saturday and now appears poised to make his preseason debut Monday evening. It wouldn't be a surprise to see Dallas play it safe with Washington in terms of playing time during Monday's exhibition with the regular season right around the corner.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Goes through non-contact practice
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Washington (hip) participated in non-contact practice Saturday, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Washington continues to progress in his recovery from a hip injury. While Washington's status for Monday's preseason contest against the Clippers is uncertain, he should be good to go once the regular season rolls around.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Progressing to 3-on-3 drills
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Washington (hip) has progressed to 3-on-3 contact drills during practice, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Washington has yet to play in the preseason, but his progression in practice bodes well for his availability on Opening Night. The 26-year-old's next chance to suit up will come Monday against the Clippers, though he may remain sidelined throughout the preseason.
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Mavericks' P.J. Washington: Out once again
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Washington (hip) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Jazz.
Washington will miss a second consecutive preseason contest due to a hip issue. His next chance to play will come against the Clippers on Monday, but his main focus is getting ready for the start of the regular season against the Spurs on Oct. 24.
