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FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Drops 22 against Pacers Washington amassed 22 points (9-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 32 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 115-99 loss to Indiana.

Impact It's the third time in the last five games Washington has delivered more than 20 points. Over the last 10 contests, the fifth-year forward has played 30.9 minutes a game while bouncing between the bench and the starting five, averaging 17.7 points, 5.1 boards, 2.3 threes, 1.9 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks over that stretch while shooting 54.8 percent from the floor and 41.1 percent from beyond the arc.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Pursuing P.J. Washington & Kyle Kuzma? 3-Way Trade with Hornets & Wizards That Works The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly pursuing both Charlotte Hornets’ P.J. Washington and Washington Wizards’ Kyle Kuzma ahead of Thursday’s...

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

One-man second unit Wednesday Washington ended with 26 points (10-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block across 36 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 117-110 loss to Chicago.

Impact The fifth-year forward's strong numbers from the second unit look even better considering that the rest of the Charlotte bench combined for only 11 points and seven boards. Washington has filled a variety of roles of late, starting four of the last eight games, but that deployment seems to be agreeing with him -- he's averaging 18.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 threes, 2.0 assists and 0.9 blocks over that stretch while shooting 57.6 percent from the floor and 46.8 percent (22-for-47) from long distance in 31.4 minutes a contest.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Washington won't start Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact The Hornets went big against the Knicks on Monday, with Washington, Miles Bridges, Nick Richards, Brandon Miller and Cody Martin starting. However, they'll roll out a more traditional lineup Wednesday, with Bryce McGowens replacing Washington. The latter should still handle a sizable role off the bench, as he's averaged 29.7 minutes over his last nine appearances (four starts).

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trade Odds: Mavs Betting Favorites to Land Hornets' P.J. Washington The Dallas Mavericks have been looking for an upgrade at power forward, and they’re the betting odds favorite to land Charlotte Hornets’ P.J...

JANUARY 29, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Will start Monday Washington will start Monday's game against the Knicks, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Washington will replace Ish Smith in the starting lineup, with LaMelo Ball (ankle) still out. Washington is deserving of a starting spot after exploding for a season-high 43 points Saturday, but it's unclear how a frontcourt of Washington, Miles Bridges and Nick Richards will work for spacing purposes. Across 16 starts this season, Washington has averaged 14.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals-plus-blocks in 32.2 minutes per game.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Explodes for season-high 43 points Washington recorded 43 points (17-22 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Saturday's 134-122 loss to Utah.

Impact Washington was a man on a mission Saturday, going off to the tune of 43 points. Given he had scored more than 20 points only three times all season before Saturday, it's safe to assume this was more of an outlier than what to expect moving forward. He is someone who should be rostered in most formats, at least while the Hornets are without a few key players, but this could also be viewed as a possible sell-high opportunity.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: P.J. Washington Rockets Postgame Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington spoke with the media following tonight’s loss to Houston.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Productive off bench Wednesday Washington had 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-6 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 113-106 loss to the Pistons.

Impact After starting the prior three games with Nick Richards sidelined by an ankle injury, Washington moved back to the second unit and supplied a solid all-around performance. The 25-year-old forward missed three games himself earlier in the month with a foot issue, but since returning he's seen at least 24 minutes in six straight contests regardless of his role, averaging 10.8 points, 5.5 boards, 2.0 threes, 1.8 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.7 blocks while shooting 50.0 percent from the floor and 44.4 percent (12-for-27) from long distance.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Washington isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Nick Richards will replace P.J. Washington in the starting lineup Wednesday after missing the previous three games with an ankle injury. Washington is averaging 10.7 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 24.7 minutes across his last 10 appearances coming off the bench.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves into starting linueup Washington will start Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact With Mark Williams (back) and Nick Richards (ankle) sidelined, the Hornets will go small with Miles Bridges and Washington in the frontcourt. Over his previous 13 starts this season, Washington has averaged 14.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 steals-plus-blocks in 32.9 minutes per game.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited production in return Washington (foot) tallied five points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes in Sunday's 104-87 loss to the Heat.

Impact Cleared return to action after a three-game absence due to a right foot sprain, Washington served as the Hornets' top big man off the bench, but he wasn't able to get much going during his time on the court. Washington will likely continue to pick up minutes behind both Miles Bridges and Nick Richards in the frontcourt in the short term, though his path to playing time at center will likely become blocked once Mark Williams (back) makes his return from an extended absence.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Washington (foot) is available for Sunday's game against Miami.

Impact Surprisingly, Washington has been upgraded from doubtful to available and will make his first appearance since Jan. 5. Given the three-game absence, Washington may face a minute restriction Sunday, but he should still be one of the top forwards off Charlotte's bench. Over his last eight appearances before the injury, Washington averaged 13.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.4 steals in 28.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Washington (foot) is doubtful for Sunday's game against Miami.

Impact It appears that Washington will sit out a fourth straight game. The Hornets will be very thin in the frontcourt, as Brandon Miller (back) is also doubtful. Guys like Bryce McGowens, JT Thor and Nick Smith could see increased roles Sunday.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed out Friday Washington (foot) will not play in Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact No surprises here, as Washington was considered doubtful prior to this update. Washington should be considered questionable at best for Sunday's game against Miami, as he's yet to return to practice.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Washington (foot) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Washington continues to deal with a right foot sprain and will likely be forced to miss a third consecutive matchup. Assuming he's ruled out once again, Nathan Mensah, Nick Smith and JT Thor are candidates to see increased run.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

PJ Washington, Cody Martin Downgraded to Out vs. Kings Tonight’s injury report for Charlotte.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Officially ruled out Washington (foot) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Washington will miss his second straight game Wednesday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a right foot sprain. Nathan Mensah, Nick Smith and JT Thor are candidates to receive increased minutes in his absence. Washington's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with San Antonio.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Wednesday Washington is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against Sacramento

Impact Washington is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to a right foot sprain. Nick Richards logged a whopping 38 minutes in his absence Monday, while JT Thor and Nick Smith played enlarged roles.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Washington has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls due to a right foot sprain, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Washington sprained his right foot Friday against the Bulls and will be unavailable for the rematch a few days later. JT Thor saw increased playing time during Friday's matchup and could see an uptick in usage once again Monday.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

PJ Washington Injures Ankle in Loss to Bulls Another day, another injury for the Hornets.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Unlikely to return Washington suffered a right ankle injury during Friday's game against the Bulls and is unlikely to return.

Impact Washington checked out after just six minutes played, finishing scoreless with three rebounds and two assists. Assuming his night is done, the Hornets will likely rely on JT Thor and Nathan Mensah to absorb a handful of minutes off the bench.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back with 17 points Washington amassed 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 111-104 victory over the Kings.

Impact Washington posted a quiet six-point effort and attempted only five field goals Monday in Denver, but he was able to bounce back with a solid performance on the second night of a back-to-back. The fifth-year forward finished with his highest point total over his past four games and made more than half of his shot attempts for the first time during that span. Washington is coming off the bench after beginning the campaign as a starter, but he's continues to be reasonably productive on offense by notching double-digit points in 12 of his 16 games as a reserve.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Oddly unincorporated Washington posted six points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and six rebounds in 26 minutes during Monday's 111-93 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Washington logged a normal workload but finished with his second-fewest shots of the season for any game he logged more than five minutes. The 25-year-old was volatile throughout December, but finished with palatable averages of 12.7 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. LaMelo Ball (ankle) returning to health down the stretch of the season could improve Washington's prospectus, but his inability to provide consistent production for an injury-riddled Hornets team is concerning.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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