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Partially participates in practice Gafford (ankle) was a partial participant in Thursday's practice session, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford hasn't appeared in Washington's last two games due to a sprained left ankle, but it's encouraging that he got some work in during practice Thursday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up for Friday's game in Miami.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Gafford (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Hawks, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford will miss his second straight game Wednesday after being downgraded from questionable to out with a left ankle sprain. Bilal Coulibaly started the previous contest in his absence. Gafford's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Heat.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Gafford (ankle) was a full participant at Wednesday's shootaround, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford was unable to play Monday against Boston, but he's trending in the right direction. Washington's starting center is still carrying a questionable tag, and a decision on his status will be made closer to tipoff.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Gafford missed Monday's matchup against the Celtics after spraining his ankle in the first half of Saturday's win over Memphis. In his absence, Bilal Coulibaly drew his first career NBA start as the Wizards opted for a small-ball lineup versus Boston. If Gafford remains sidelined, Washington may trot out the same starting lineup against Atlanta, but don't be surprised if the Wizards mix things up given they struggled mightily versus the Celtics.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Gafford (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Celtics, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford sprained his ankle in the first half of Saturday's win over Memphis, and even though he returned to the game in the second half, he'll be unavailable for at least one contest due to the issue. Mike Muscala and Danilo Gallinari should see an uptick in playing time Monday, while Gafford's next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against Atlanta.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Celtics.

Impact Gafford briefly left Saturday's game due to the injury, but he returned to start the second half and finished the contest without a setback. However, it appears Washington will still proceed with caution. If Gafford is sidelined, Mike Muscala and Danilo Gallinari would be candidates for increased playing time.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Sunday Gafford (ankle) did not participate in Sunday's practice after suffering an ankle sprain in Saturday's win over Memphis, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford played through the injury Saturday, logging his normal workload to the final buzzer. Gafford was uncertain of his availability for Monday's game against the Celtics, and Washington would be extremely shorthanded without him. Mike Muscala and Danilo Gallinari would handle the majority of minutes at center if Gafford misses time.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles Saturday Gafford chipped in 10 points (3-4 FG, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds and two blocks in 28 minutes during Saturday's 113-106 win over Memphis.

Impact Gafford had to leave the game and headed to the locker room in the second quarter with an apparent ankle injury, but he recovered to start the second half and delivered a strong display overall. This was his first double-double of the campaign, and he should see plenty of opportunities to make an impact for a rebuilding Wizards team, though he's not going to be anything more than the team's third-best offensive option behind Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in blowout Gafford posted 15 points (5-6 FG, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds, five blocks and one steal over 20 minutes in Tuesday's 145-82 preseason win over Cairns.

Impact Gafford had a strong showing on both ends of the floor in Tuesday's preseason victory, leading the team in rebounds and blocks while finishing two boards short of a double-double. Gafford has seen a good mix of starting and coming off the bench in three seasons with the Wizards, looking to build onto that in his fourth year in Washington in 2023-24. A season ago, Gafford averaged 9.0 poins, 5.6 rebounds, 1.3 blocks and 1.1 assists over 47 starts and 78 appearances for the Wizards.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be limited by elbow injury Gafford sustained an elbow injury during a recent pickup game and is expected to miss two-to-four weeks, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford reportedly took a hard fall during a recent pickup game and landed on his elbow. While the exact diagnosis, or even which elbow it is, remains unknown, the belief is that the big man will be sidelined to start training camp, and he'll likely miss some preseason action. The goal, of course, is to have Gafford back for the Wizards' opener on Oct. 25 at Indiana. Gafford is projected to start at center for Washington -- a role he held for 47 of his 78 appearances a year ago.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gafford, Kispert power Wizards past Heat 114-108

Daniel Gafford had 22 points and eight rebounds, and the Washington Wizards beat the Miami Heat 114-108 in a meeting of short-handed teams

APRIL 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Daniel Gafford puts up 22 points in win vs Miami Heat

APRIL 8, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Postgame Press - WAS vs. ATL: Coach Unseld, Johnny Davis, and Daniel Gafford | April 5, 2023

APRIL 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Monster double-double Gafford had 25 points (8-10 FG, 9-9 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 134-116 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Gafford's efficiency and dominant production is tough to ignore, even amid the context of Washington's entire starting lineup being out. Gafford is shooting an elite 81.9 percent within four feet of the basket this season.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Gafford puts up career high 25 points at Atlanta Hawks

APRIL 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Double-doubles in start Gafford produced 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 33 minutes during Friday's 116-109 loss to the Magic.

Impact Kristaps Porzingis was held out due to an illness, allowing Gafford to move into the starting lineup. He's been successful in that role this season, averaging 10.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.3 blocks in 42 previous starts. The Wizards will be back in action on April 2 against the Knicks, though it's unclear if Porzingis will be able to return for that contest.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Jokic wanted no part of Daniel Gafford's alley-oop dunk 😆

MARCH 23, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Produces solid defensive stats Gafford provided four points (2-4 FG), six rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals in 22 minutes in Tuesday's 117-97 win over the Pistons.

Impact While Gafford came through with intriguing numbers in the two defensive categories, his playing time continued its downward trend Tuesday, even with the Wizards missing a key starter in Kyle Kuzma (knee). Gafford has played 25 minutes or fewer in six of the past seven games, as starting power forward Kristaps Porzingis has begun to eat into Gafford's time at center. The declining minutes make Gafford tough to view as a must-roster option in 12-team category leagues.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Solid performance Friday Gafford provided 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block in 29 minutes during Friday's 114-107 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Gafford did just what was required in the loss, scoring efficiently, grabbing a handful of rebounds and chipping in on the defensive end. While the minutes were encouraging, Gafford did benefit from the fact Kristaps Porzingis was in early foul trouble. He also remained on the bench to close the game, indicating the team is still not comfortable running with him down the stretch. He can be rostered in standard formats, but the uncertainty surrounding his nightly role does raise a few questions.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Press - WAS vs. DET: Coach Unseld, Bradley Beal and Daniel Gafford

MARCH 8, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Daniel Gafford's buzzer beater lifts Wizards over Pistons Daniel Gafford scored on a putback as time expired and the Washington Wizards handed the depleted Pistons their ninth straight loss, 119-117...

MARCH 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Daniel Gafford beats the buzzer as the Wizards edge the NBA-worst Pistons After nearly toppling the NBA-best Bucks two days earlier, the Wizards struggled with the basement dwellers but still prevailed in the end.

MARCH 8, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Gafford's putback gives Wizards 119-117 win over Pistons

Daniel Gafford converted a putback of Bradley Beal’s airball at the buzzer, and the Washington Wizards handed the Detroit Pistons their ninth straight loss, 119-117

MARCH 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Postgame Press - WAS vs. TOR: Coach Unseld, Daniel Gafford, Kyle Kuzma

MARCH 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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Gafford, Kispert power Wizards past Heat 114-108

Gafford's putback gives Wizards 119-117 win over Pistons