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Markkanen scores 23, Cavaliers rally past Wizards, 92-86

Lauri Markkanen scored 23 points and All-Star center Jarrett Allen had 18 points and 14 rebounds in rallying the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 92-86 win over the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Murray, Spurs outlast Wizards 157-153 in double overtime

Dejounte Murray had 31 points, 14 assists and 13 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Washington Wizards 157-153 in double overtime Friday night

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Booms off bench Avdija finished with 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Monday's 103-94 victory over Detroit.

Impact Avdija recorded his first double-double of the season while logging a season-high 15 rebounds. He has seen a strong uptick in minutes recently and is pushing for relevance in deeper leagues. Avdija's stock is worth monitoring, and he's streamable against the Pacers on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma scores 23, Wizards deal Pistons 8th straight loss

Kyle Kuzma scored 17 of his 23 points in the third quarter, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 16, and Deni Avdija had 12 points and a career-high 15 rebounds as the Washington Wizards...

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Deni Avdija's double-double vs Pistons

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Deadline trades don't change familiar dilemma for Wizards

The Wizards are on the fringe of playoff contention in the Eastern Conference and won't have Bradley Beal for the rest of the season

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Adebayo, Butler lead Heat to 121-100 win over Wizards

Bam Adebayo scored 21 points and Jimmy Butler had 19 as the Eastern Conference-leading Miami Heat cruised to a 121-100 win over the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Tatum scores 51 in Celtics' 116-87 rout of Wizards

Jayson Tatum scored 51 points and the Boston Celtics breezed to a 116-87 victory over the Washington Wizards

JANUARY 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Returns to Sunday's contest Avdija (hamstring) returned to Sunday's game against the Celtics in the second quarter, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Avdija suffered the apparent hamstring injury when he landed awkwardly while driving to the basket late in the first quarter. He played the next couple of possessions -- and even connected on a corner three -- before eventually checking out and heading to the locker room. His return is a great sign, but fantasy managers should monitor his status Monday just to make sure there are no lingering effects after the adrenaline wears off.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Checks out of Sunday's game Avdija was removed in the final minute of the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Celtics with an apparent left hamstring injury, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Avdija suffered the injury in question while he landed awkwardly while driving to the basket. He played the next couple of possessions before eventually checking out the game and heading to the locker room for further evaluation. The Wizards have yet to confirm whether Avdija is done for the day or if he'll have a chance to return.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Avdija isn't included in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact As expected, Avdija will head back to the bench after he made a spot start Friday against the Raptors in place of Kyle Kuzma (neck), who has been cleared to return from a one-game absence. In the Wizards' 109-105 loss to Toronto, Avdija played 31 minutes and totaled nine points (4-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six assists and five rebounds. He'll likely see his court time drop down to around 20 minutes with Kuzma back in the mix.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Avdija is starting Friday's game against the Raptors

Impact Avdija will make his first start since Jan. 5 since Kyle Kuzma (neck) was a late scratch Friday. He's averaged 6.6 points and 2.6 rebounds in 16.6 minutes per game across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive despite loss Avdija recorded 13 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 119-118 loss to the Nets.

Impact Avdija made contributions across the board, was efficient offensively, and logged a healthy plus-3 in the box score. He trailed only Montrezl Harrell in minutes off the bench. Avdija has been an underrated defender this season, trailing only Kyle Kuzma and Daniel Gafford in defensive win shares for Washington. He ranks in the top-100 in DWS league-wide despite his limited playing time, ahead of guys like Scottie Barnes and Patrick Beverley. The 21-year-old is a project, but his trajectory is encouraging.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Wizards' 'utter disbelief' at a non-call, Deni Avdija's bounce-back: Observations from Washington's loss to Brooklyn Deni Avdija bounced back, and referees missed a call in the Washington Wizards' loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kyrie Irving puts the moves on Deni Avdija twice in a row 🔥

JANUARY 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Beal scores 29 in return, Wizards beat Cavaliers 110-93

Bradley Beal had 29 points and 10 assists in his return from the NBA’s health and safety protocols, leading the Washington Wizards to a 110-93 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • Associated Press

Washington plays Cleveland, aims to end home skid

Washington looks to stop its 3-game home losing streak with a win against Cleveland

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Wizards withstand Walker's big night, beat Knicks 124-117

The Washington Wizards withstood a 44-point effort from Kemba Walker and a fourth-quarter rally from the Knicks, beating New York 124-117 on Thursday night

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Cavs extend winning streak to 4 with 116-101 rout of Wizards

Darius Garland had 32 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers went on a 19-0 run spanning part of each half in a 116-101 rout of the Washington Wizards

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press

'Sweet kid' Deni Avdija has become a defensive stopper for the Wizards The 20-year-old forward is sticking in the rotation thanks to surprisingly good defense.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Wizards stay hot, erase 19-point deficit to beat Pelicans

Spencer Dinwiddie scored 19 of his 27 points in the second half, and the Washington Wizards erased a 19-point deficit to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 105-100 for their fifth conse...

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Deni Avdija driven to make a jump for the Wizards: 'He's always probably his toughest critic' Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija has to be more patient with himself.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

VanVleet scores 33 as Raptors beat Wizards 109-100

Fred VanVleet scored a season-high 33 points, OG Anunoby added 21 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 109-100 for their fifth consecutive victory

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press

Beal, Dinwiddie lead Wizards past Celtics, 115-112 in 2 OTs

Bradley Beal scored 36 points, Kyle Kuzma added 17 points and a career-high 17 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards outlasted the Boston Celtics 115-112 in two overtimes

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • Associated Press

Lakers debut their new 'Big 3' in 111-99 loss to Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally put newly acquired guard Russell Westbrook on the court with LeBron James and Anthony Davis

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • Associated Press

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Markkanen scores 23, Cavaliers rally past Wizards, 92-86

Murray, Spurs outlast Wizards 157-153 in double overtime

Kuzma scores 23, Wizards deal Pistons 8th straight loss

Deadline trades don't change familiar dilemma for Wizards

Adebayo, Butler lead Heat to 121-100 win over Wizards

Tatum scores 51 in Celtics' 116-87 rout of Wizards

Beal scores 29 in return, Wizards beat Cavaliers 110-93

Washington plays Cleveland, aims to end home skid

Wizards withstand Walker's big night, beat Knicks 124-117

Cavs extend winning streak to 4 with 116-101 rout of Wizards

Wizards stay hot, erase 19-point deficit to beat Pelicans

VanVleet scores 33 as Raptors beat Wizards 109-100

Beal, Dinwiddie lead Wizards past Celtics, 115-112 in 2 OTs

Lakers debut their new 'Big 3' in 111-99 loss to Warriors