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Thompson scores 23 points, including the 17,000th of his career, as Mavericks beat the Jazz 138-120

Klay Thompson scored all 23 of his points in the first half, including the 17,000th of his career, and six Mavericks scored in double figures in a 138-120 win over Utah on Saturday...

7 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Out for personal reasons Washington (personal/ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Washington was initially listed as probable for Saturday's bout while managing a right ankle injury. The veteran forward will instead be sidelined while attending to a personal matter, and his next opportunity to play is Monday against the Knicks. Caleb Martin, Klay Thompson and the recently signed Jeremiah Robinson-Earl are in line to see their minutes increase in Washington's absence.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Saturday Washington is probable for Saturday's game against the Jazz due to right ankle injury management.

Impact After sitting out Thursday's win over Utah, Washington appears to be ready to play in Saturday's rematch. Over his last 12 appearances, Washington has averaged 12.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.2 steals in 30.9 minutes per game. With Cooper Flagg (ankle) doubtful, Washington should see a few shot attempts fall his direction.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Utah faces Dallas for conference showdown

The Mavericks will take on conference foe Utah

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Washington is out for Thursday's game against the Jazz due to right ankle injury management.

Impact Given that Thursday is the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set, the expectation is that Washington will be available for Saturday's meeting with Utah. Klay Thompson is a candidate to start for the undermanned Mavericks on Thursday, putting him in the streaming mix in most fantasy leagues.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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.

2 DAYS 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.

2 DAYS 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.

3 DAYS 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.

3 DAYS 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

4 DAYS 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.

4 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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 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.

6 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.

JANUARY 10 • 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.

JANUARY 9 • 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.

JANUARY 9 • 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

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