Jamir Watkins News, Rumors, Updates - Washington Wizards

Back to bench Sunday Watkins is not in the Wizards' starting lineup against the Heat on Sunday.

Impact Watkins will return to a bench role Sunday due to the returns of Bilal Coulibaly and Kyshawn George. Watkins started against Brooklyn on Saturday and finished with 13 points, one rebound, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 45 minutes.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Saturday Watkins is in the Wizards' starting lineup against the Nets on Saturday.

Impact Several Wizards players are unavailable for Saturday's contest due to injury or with trades pending, so Watkins will enter Washington's starting lineup for the third time this season. The rookie-second rounder spent most of the early portion of the season in the G League but has established a consistent role for himself off the bench as of late. Watkins has averaged 5.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.5 steals over 22.3 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alex Sarr's high praise for Jamir Watkins should have Wizards fans paying attention The Wizards' rookie class has offered yet another gem for fans to be excited about.

JANUARY 28 • WIZOFAWES.COM

Hornets post 119-115 win over young Wizards, whose starting 5 had an average age of 20.64 years

Brandon Miller scored 21 points as the Charlotte Hornets beat Washington 119-115 Saturday, sending the Wizards to their ninth straight loss

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Will not start vs. Milwaukee Watkins won't start against the Bucks on Wednesday.

Impact With Khris Middleton (knee) back in action, Watkins will slide to the second unit. In his last five appearances off the bench, the rookie second-rounder has averaged 4.6 points and 3.8 rebounds across 15.2 minutes per tilt.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Joining first unit Watkins is part of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact With Washington giving Khris Middleton the night off Monday, Watkins gets the call to the first unit. It'll be the second start of the campaign for Watkins, who logged 18 minutes during the Dec. 4 loss to Boston in the last time he started.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Watkins (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Watkins has 10 appearances to his name this season for an average of 12.0 minutes per contest. He'll be available to provide emergency depth Sunday.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to play Sunday Watkins (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact An illness prevented Watkins from playing in Saturday's win over the Grizzlies, but the rookie second-rounder has a chance to return for the back end of the Wizards' back-to-back set Sunday. Tre Johnson, Justin Champagnie and Bub Carrington would be in line for more playing time off the bench if Watkins is not cleared to play.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington faces San Antonio on 3-game home skid

Washington enters a matchup with San Antonio after losing three straight home games

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Watkins (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's game in Memphis.

Impact Watkins' minutes will likely be divvied up amongst Justin Champagnie, Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington. Watkins' next chance to play will come Sunday versus San Antonio.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Watkins (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Watkins is in jeopardy of missing Saturday's road tilt while battling an illness. He has averaged 17.0 minutes per game over the Wizards' last five games, so his absence would lead to more minutes being available for Justin Champagnie, Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Head Coach Brian Keefe and Jamir Watkins | 12.12.25

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Efficient in loss Friday Watkins totaled 15 points (6-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 29 minutes during Friday's 130-126 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Watkins has made only six appearances at the NBA level this season, but this was his best outing by a wide margin. Aside from logging a season-high 29 minutes, Watkins recorded season-best numbers in points, rebounds and blocks. His future role remains uncertain, but the fact that he's played over 15 minutes in three straight games suggests he might be trending in the right direction toward securing a steady role in the rotation.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell scores 24 of his 48 points in the 4th quarter to rally Cavaliers past Wizards 130-126

Donovan Mitchell scored 24 of his 48 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers back from a 15-point deficit in the final period to a 130-126 victory over the Wa...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Moves to bench Watkins will come off the bench Saturday against the Hawks.

Impact The Wizards will roll with Bub Carrington next to CJ McCollum for this contest. Watkins made his first career start Thursday and scored two points in 18 minutes with three assists and two rebounds.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Watkins is starting Thursday against Boston, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic.

Impact It'll be the first career start for the rookie second-rounder Thursday. Watkins is a two-way player, and a strong showing could give him more opportunities with the Wizards going forward.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expectations for Wizards Rookie Jamir Watkins What fans should expect to see from Wizards rookie Jamir Watkins

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • SI.COM

Looking at Jamir Watkins in Summer League performance for the Washington Wizards Jamir Watkins wearing a red Washington Wizards uniform was an indication that his time at Florida State is officially over. Watkins became a...

JULY 31, 2025 • CHOPCHAT.COM

Five swipes in SL finale Watkins tallied 23 points (8-18 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and five steals across 34 minutes during Saturday's 94-85 Summer League win against the Knicks.

Impact Watkins was a menace defensively once again, as he led the way with a game-high total in the steals category. The Florida State product came two swipes shy of the seven he had against the 76ers on July 15, as he finishes the Las Vegas Summer League on a high note.

JULY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jamir Watkins just revealed exactly what the Wizards can expect Washington Wizards rookie Jamir Watkins is showing the NBA exactly the type of player he's ready to be at Summer League.

JULY 17, 2025 • WIZOFAWES.COM

Eight swipes in SL loss Watkins contributed 10 points (4-16 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight steals, five rebounds, three blocks and two assists across 32 minutes in Tuesday's 74-58 Summer League loss to the 7...

Impact Watkins struggled with efficiency on offense but made a major impact defensively, racking up eight steals and three blocks. The wing was taken No. 43 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft after a strong season at Florida State, where he averaged 18.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.2 steals across 32 games.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards sign 43rd overall pick Jamir Watkins to two-way contract No. 43 overall pick Jamir Watkins signed a two-way contract on Sunday with the Wizards.

JULY 7, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Inks two-way deal The Wiards and Watkins have agreed to a two-way contract, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Watkins was the 43rd overall selection in the 2025 draft after a productive season at Florida State, during which he averaged 18.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.2 steals across 32 appearances. He joins the Wizards on a two-way deal, a team building a young core of players, including Watkins and fellow 2025 draft picks Tre Johnson (6th overall pick) and Will Riley (21st overall pick). It wouldn't be surprising to see Watkins spend much of his rookie year with the team's G League affiliate, especially early on.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The Wizards' draft picks aren't afraid of a little hard work Tre Johnson, Will Riley and Jamir Watkins will bring “serious competitiveness” to the Wizards, GM Will Dawkins said.

JUNE 28, 2025 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

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Hornets post 119-115 win over young Wizards, whose starting 5 had an average age of 20.64 years

Washington faces San Antonio on 3-game home skid

Mitchell scores 24 of his 48 points in the 4th quarter to rally Cavaliers past Wizards 130-126