P.J. Washington News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Listed as questionable Washington is questionable for Thursday's game against the Jazz due to right ankle injury management.

Impact The Mavericks are considering holding Washington out of action for maintenance reasons. With Cooper Flagg (ankle) not expected to be available, Klay Thompson could see enough playing time to warrant streaming consideration in shallow leagues and Caleb Martin in deep formats.

4 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Poor efficiency in return Washington (ankle) tallied 12 points (4-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-7 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes Wednesday in the Mavericks' 118-109 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Washington didn't operate with a strict minutes limit in his return from a four-game absence due to a right ankle sprain, but the veteran forward struggled to get his shots to fall both from the field and free-throw line Wednesday, resulting in a disappointing line. With star rookie Cooper Flagg (ankle) exiting the game early and perhaps in danger of missing time, Washington could be needed to handle an elevated role on the offensive end in Thursday's contest against the Jazz. However, since Washington just returned from an injury of his own, the Mavericks may opt to have him sit out the second leg of the back-to-back set for maintenance purposes.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday Washington (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Washington missed the past four games with a right ankle sprain but has been cleared to return Wednesday. Having started all 30 of his appearances this season, the forward figures to step right back into the starting lineup.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Wednesday Washington (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Washington has missed four consecutive games with a right ankle sprain but appears poised to return Wednesday after being upgraded from questionable to probable. Prior to injury, the forward started in all 30 appearances this season and averaged 14.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 steals in 31.4 minutes per game.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver takes road win streak into matchup with Dallas

Denver comes into a matchup with Dallas after winning three road games in a row

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Questionable for Wednesday Washington is questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver with a right ankle sprain.

Impact The Mavericks announced Monday that Washington had resumed on-court activities and could return in one week, but the forward appears to be ahead of schedule. If Washington isn't ready to play, Naji Marshall would remain worth streaming in all fantasy leagues.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could return in one week Washington (ankle) has resumed on-court activities and could return in one week, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Washington hasn't seen the court since Jan. 3 due to a right ankle sprain, though he's nearing a return to play. Head coach Jason Kidd noted that he's hopeful Washington can return in a week, which would sideline him for the team's next three matchups in addition to Monday's contest against the Nets. If all goes according to plan, the forward could be back in time for Dallas' Jan. 19 game against the Knicks.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Washington will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a sprained right ankle, and his next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Nuggets. With the 27-year-old forward sidelined, Naji Marshall, Caleb Martin and Klay Thompson are candidates for increased playing time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

P.J. Washington is playing himself right off the Mavericks P.J. Washington's time in Dallas could quietly be coming to an end.

3 DAYS AGO • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

Unlikely to play Monday Washington (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against Brooklyn.

Impact Washington is poised to miss a fourth consecutive game while recovering from a sprained right ankle. With Anthony Davis (hand) sidelined indefinitely, Naji Marshall and Ryan Nembhard should both remain in the Mavericks' starting lineup for as long as Washington is on the shelf.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bulls vs Mavs injury report: Anthony Davis, Josh Giddey, P.J. Washington, and more The Dallas Mavericks travel to Chicago to take on the Bulls without Anthony Davis in the lineup, while the Bulls miss Josh Giddey.

5 DAYS AGO • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Won't play Saturday Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game in Chicago.

Impact Saturday will mark Washington's third consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not a great sign that he's getting ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. For now, he should be considered doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Nets.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Thursday Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Washington will miss a second game while dealing with a right ankle sprain. His next chance to return will arrive Saturday in Chicago.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Thursday Washington (ankle) is doubtful to play Thursday in Utah.

Impact Washington is on track to sit out his second straight game Thursday, which will open up minutes for Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin. Check back closer to Thursday's tip for official word on Washington's status.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact As expected, Washington will be held out of Tuesday's contest after spraining his right ankle in Saturday's win over Houston. His next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Jazz. With Washington sidelined, Naji Marshall, Klay Thompson and Caleb Martin are candidates for increased playing time.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Washington (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Washington is unlikely to play Tuesday after spraining his right ankle in Saturday's win over the Rockets. If the 27-year-old forward is ultimately ruled out, Naji Marshall, Klay Thompson and Caleb Martin are candidates to see an uptick in minutes.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks already have a brewing P.J. Washington problem on their hands The Mavericks keep running into the same problem with P.J. Washington.

JANUARY 4 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

Won't return Saturday Washington won't return to Saturday's game against the Rockets due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Losing Washington is far from ideal for a Mavericks team that's already thin in terms of frontcourt depth. The forward ends the game with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), a rebound, a steal and a block across 12 minutes. Naji Marshall should see more minutes off the bench with Washington sidelined.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Solid campaign continues Thursday Washington contributed 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 123-108 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Washington is putting together another workmanlike campaign in 2025-26. The forward has averaged 13.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.2 steals in 32.7 minutes per contest across his last 10 games, shooting 51.4 percent from the floor.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas faces Portland on 6-game road slide

Dallas is looking to break its six-game road losing streak with a win against Portland

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Westbrook passes Magic Johnson for 7th place in career assists as Kings beat Mavericks 113-107

Russell Westbrook scored 21 points and moved past Magic Johnson for seventh place on the NBA’s career assists list while leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-107 win over the Dall...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Double-double in loss Washington totaled 14 points (7-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 34 minutes during Thursday's 126-116 loss to Golden State.

Impact Washington returned from a one-game absence with a right foot injury and notched his fourth double-double of the 2025-26 season. Amid a difficult year for Dallas, the power forward has delivered steady production and could see an uptick in usage and responsibility depending on the injury status of Anthony Davis (leg).

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Green light to play Christmas Day Washington (foot) is available for Thursday's game against the Warriors, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Washington drew the questionable tag for Christmas Day due to a right foot injury, but the veteran forward has been cleared to return from a one-game absence, which means Naji Marshall will likely revert to a bench role against the Warriors. Washington has averaged 14.7 poitns, 7.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.7 blocks and 1.3 steals over his last six outings.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Christmas Day Washington (foot) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Washington was unable to play against the Nuggets on Tuesday due to a right foot injury, but the veteran forward has a chance to return for Christmas Day. Naji Marshall would likely start in the frontcourt alongside Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg if Washington is not given the green light to play.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Washington (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Washington is dealing with a right foot injury, and the issue is severe enough to sideline him for this contest. The forward's next chance to play will come against the Warriors on Christmas. Naji Marshall, Daniel Gafford and Caleb Martin should see more time in the frontcourt with Washington.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Westbrook passes Magic Johnson for 7th place in career assists as Kings beat Mavericks 113-107