DANIEL GAFFORD NEWS

Wizards cruise past short-handed Bucks 118-95

Rui Hachimura had 26 points, Kristaps Porzingis scored 22 and the Washington Wizards defeated the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks 118-95 for their season-best fifth consecutive victor...

JANUARY 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Approaches double-double in win Gafford had 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 127-102 victory over Phoenix.

Impact Gafford drew his fifth consecutive start Wednesday and was efficient from the floor en route to his second-highest scoring total of the season. He also came within two rebounds of a double-double while racking up three blocks. Over his five appearances since taking on a starting role, he's averaged 10.6 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 22.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps spot in starting lineup Gafford provided eight points (3-3 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one block and one steal over 19 minutes during Tuesday's 116-111 victory over Philadelphia.

Impact Gafford started his fourth straight game Tuesday night, including two alongside Kristaps Porzingis, but he hasn't really seen a bump in minutes. His value mainly comes from blocks and rebounds, both of which have increased in the month of December. Since joining the starting lineup, the 24-year-old center is averaging 5.0 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards snap losing streak at 10, beat Suns 113-110

Kyle Kuzma scored 29 points and the Washington Wizards stopped their 10-game losing streak, beating the Phoenix Suns 113-110

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Enters starting lineup Tuesday Gafford is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gafford will replace Kristaps Porzingis (illness) in the starting lineup Tuesday. The 24-year-old big man will make his first start of the season against Phoenix.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brings defense, hits glass Wednesday Gafford finished with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 26 minutes Wednesday in the Wizards' 141-128 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact With top center Kristaps Porzingis (back) sitting out, Gafford remained with the Wizards' second unit but still saw a season-high minutes count while Taj Gibson was capped at 18 minutes as the team's starting center. The Wizards haven't indicated that Porzingis' injury is more than a day-to-day concern, but Gafford should make for an interesting streaming option for field-goal percentage, rebounds and blocks for any additional games that Porzingis might miss.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double off bench Monday Gafford finished with 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-4 FT) and 10 rebounds over 20 minutes during Monday's 112-100 loss to Brooklyn.

Impact The double-double was Gafford's third of the season. The fourth-year center has scored in double digits in four of the last six games, posting 9.3 points, 6.0 boards and 1.8 blocks in 18.8 minutes a night over that stretch. With Kristaps Porzingis exiting Monday's contest early due to back tightness, Gafford could see his role increase even more in the short term.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could Mavs Trade for Wizards' Daniel Gafford as Frontcourt Upgrade? With Dallas’ rebounding and rim protection being among the worst in the league, it may be time for an upgrade before this season’s trade dea...

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Josh Robbins: Kristaps Porziņģis when asked about Daniel... - The Athletic Kristaps Porziņģis when asked about Daniel Gafford's "reach-back" dunk Sunday against the Lakers: "This guy is like a freak of nature. That...

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Productive again Sunday Gafford registered 19 points (9-10 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 21 minutes during Sunday's 130-119 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Gafford logged in excess of 20 minutes for the second straight game, a development that should pique the interest of fantasy managers in deeper leagues. Even more promising was the fact that he shared the court with Kristaps Porzingis once again, something that is certainly a positive when it comes to his fantasy upside. While he isn't necessarily a must-add player, taking a flier on him just to see what happens isn't the worst decision.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Robbins: For the third error that hurt the Wizards, P.J.... - The Athletic For the third error that hurt the Wizards, P.J. Washington should’ve been called for a foul against Daniel Gafford as Gafford tried to score...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Huge game off bench Gafford racked up 10 points (3-8 FG, 4-10 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and six blocks in 24 minutes during Friday's 117-116 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Gafford had one of his best games of the season. Friday night was the most minutes he has seen in almost a month, and, other than his shooting, he put up solid numbers. His 12 boards and six blocks were both season highs, and the 24-year-old center proved once again that he can produce when given the opportunity.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays just five minutes Gafford did not accumulate any stats in just five minutes of action in Friday's 107-106 victory over the Heat.

Impact Days after recording a double-double in 25 minutes of action, Gafford was kept mostly out of the rotation. The primary reason is that Kristaps Porzingis was rolling and on the floor for 39 minutes. Overall, Washington kept their rotation to just eight players. The big man does not hold much fantasy value as long as Porzingis is healthy.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in win Gafford ended with 11 points (3-3 FG, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds and four blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 113-105 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Gafford had his best game of the season on Thursday, connecting on all three of his field-goal attempts while going 5-of-6 from the free-throw line for 11 points. He added a season-high 10 rebounds, four of which came in the fourth quarter to help the Wizards maintain the lead down the stretch. Six of Gafford's 12 points also came in the final quarter to give him his first double-double of the season. The Washington center played a season-high 25 minutes and did not disappoint, also adding a game and season-high four blocks.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma scores 36 to lead Wizards past Mavericks 113-105

Kyle Kuzma scored 36 points, and the Washington Wizards overcame the absence of Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis to beat the Dallas Mavericks 113-105

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Terrible start continues Friday Gafford provided four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and one block in 10 minutes during Friday's 128-86 loss to the Nets.

Impact Gafford was barely visible in the loss, failing to produce anything remotely close to fantasy value. He has now played fewer than 12 minutes in four straight games, registering a grand total of just six rebounds and three blocks during that time. While there is a path to minutes should Kristaps Porzingis miss time, at this stage, he is simply doing far too little to even be considered in deeper formats.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Without suspended Irving, Nets rout Wizards 128-86

Kevin Durant had 28 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds, and the Brooklyn Nets won easily in their first game following Kyrie Irving’s suspension, 128-86 over the Washington Wizar...

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Produces off bench Gafford totaled 10 points (3-4 FG, 4-5 FT) and four rebounds in 15 minutes during Friday's 127-117 loss to Indiana.

Impact Gafford was efficient and productive with a small workload. While the Wizards opted to stick with small ball, Gafford still co-led the bench unit in scoring. Friday marked his first contest without a block this season, but he should be a consistent presence in that department.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swats five shots as starter Gafford recorded four points (2-3 FG), three rebounds and five blocks across 26 minutes in Friday's 105-89 preseason loss against the Knicks.

Impact Gafford got the start with Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out, and while he's expected to hold a bench role if the Latvian is healthy, Gafford might end up having decent value if given enough minutes, which is plausible given Porzingis' injury history. Gafford looked impressive defensively in this one, but he can also contribute on offense if provided enough touches.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Friday Gafford is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason finale versus the Knicks.

Impact Gafford will get the start Friday with Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out. While Gafford will likely move back to the bench once the regular begins next Wednesday, he could emerge as a viable fantasy option if injuries continue to plague Porzingis.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcin Gortat has something important to teach Daniel Gafford “We have to set him on the right path," Gortat said of Gafford.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Beal believes Wizards can win title after his max deal

Bradley Beal and the Wizards renewed their commitment to each other when he agreed to a five-year deal worth up to $251 million to stay in Washington

JULY 8, 2022 • Associated Press

All eyes on Bradley Beal as big offseason begins for Wizards

The Washington Wizards are beginning a massive offseason

APRIL 11, 2022 • Associated Press