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Monday, January 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) has been out for the team's last four games and is uncertain to return to the floor on Monday against the Golden State Warriors. The 29-year-old has been dealing with a left hamstring strain that was expected to keep him out for at least a week and now could keep him out a bit longer. Jordan Goodwin and Corey Kispert could be decent streaming options, but present a good amount of risk.

Friday, January 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards big men Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) and Daniel Gafford (ankle) both missed the team's last game on Wednesday night and now they're in danger of missing another. On Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls, Taj Gibson received the starting nod while Rui Hachimura and Anthony Gill saw some extra playing time off of the bench. The team made Vernon Carey Jr. available as well in case they needed more front-court help. If fantasy managers are looking for streaming help, Gibson and Hachimura would be the best bets.
		Washington Wizards forward Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) is available on Friday against the Knicks. The veteran only missed one game because of a rib contusion, so he'll be back in the lineup for this one. While Porzingis is always a must-start fantasy option, he could be even more motivated to produce versus his former team.
		Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (ankle) will play on Friday night against the Knicks. The 24-year-old didn't suit up on Wednesday versus the Chicago Bulls, opening the door for Taj Gibson to get the start and finish just shy of a low-end double-double. Gafford has averaged only 7.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks this season, so he hasn't been the most reliable fantasy option. However, he's been known to get hot, so he could come in handy for those looking to fill a hole in the lineup.

Wednesday, January 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's clash with Chicago. He has a right rib contusion and could be forced to sit for the fifth time this season. Porzingis has stayed relatively healthy throughout the campaign and it's helped him to have a nice season with averages of 22.0 points and 9.0 rebounds. Rui Hachimura and Daniel Gafford (ankle) are in line for bigger roles if Porzingis isn't able to play, although the latter is also questionable for the game. With Bradley Beal (hamstring) still on the shelf, all the offense is set to run through Kyle Kuzma.
		Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Bulls. He sprained his right ankle against New Orleans on Monday and could now be unavailable for the first time this term. Gafford is a recent addition to the starting lineup and has averaged 12.0 points with 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in the new role. He could have a massive part to play in Wednesday's game if Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) isn't able to make it on the court. If Gafford himself is unavailable, Rui Hachimura should get a lot of extra minutes, while other bench pieces like Deni Avdija and Will Barton could benefit as well.
		Washington Wizards guard/forward Corey Kispert (back) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's meeting with Chicago. He is dealing with lower back soreness and might have to step aside for a bit despite enjoying his best spell of the season. Kispert has started five of the past six games, and he's been a solid source for points and rebounds during the stretch. In 21 starts in total this season, the 23-year-old has contributed 10.0 points per game with 3.2 rebounds and 1.5 assists. Kispert's absence would result in Deni Avdija and Will Barton getting extended minutes, with the former definitely the more attractive fantasy option.
		The Washington Wizards will be very thin in the frontcourt on Wednesday with Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) both ruled out. Gafford and Porzingis were both questionable with their respective ailments but neither could play through the injuries. Deni Avdija will get the spot start and would be a great streaming option. On the other side of the court, Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic should be in for a huge day with the Wizards shorthanded.
		Washington Wizards guard Corey Kispert (back) is available and starting against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Kispert was questionable with lower back soreness, but will play through it and should be in line for a higher usage rate. The Wizards are very shorthanded with Bradley Beal (hamstring), Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) and Daniel Gafford (ankle) all out.

Tuesday, January 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford sprained his right ankle against New Orleans on Monday and couldn't complete the contest. It was a very unfortunate injury, as Gafford tweaked his ankle after finishing off a dunk in the fourth quarter. He played for 23 minutes and exited with 13 points, four rebounds and two assists. The 24-year-old has played some great stuff since earning a promotion to the starting unit on Dec. 20, averaging 12.0 points with 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks. Deni Avdija and Rui Hachimura are in line to pick up most of Gafford's minutes if he is forced to spend some time on the shelf.

Friday, January 06

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is going to be sidelined for at least one week. The organization plans to re-evaluate Beal after one week because he has been diagnosed with a low-grade left hamstring strain. The 29-year-old has already missed nine games since December 7th. His absence should mean that Corey Kispert moves into the starting five. He should be a fine streaming option while Beal is on the sideline. Also, Jordan Goodwin and Delon Wright could see a boost in minutes, but neither are as consistent as Kispert.

Wednesday, January 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is questionable to return Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Beal has been dealing with a hamstring injury lately and had experienced some soreness during the game. If Beal is unable to finish the game, Corey Kispert and Deni Avdija will likely pick up his minutes. Beal lasted about 13 minutes before the injury and has eight points, four assists and two steals.
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) will not return Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Beal left the game after aggravating his hamstring injury and finished with eight points, four assists and two steals in 13 minutes. Hamstring injuries are tricky and have a high re-aggravation rate which could keep Beal out for the near future. Corey Kispert and Deni Avdija should see an uptick in minutes with Beal out.

Tuesday, January 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is questionable to play Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Beal continues to earn the questionable tag after missing three games with hamstring soreness. There is no indication he has made any strides to recovery and will likely be closer to a game-time decision. If Beal is ruled out, Corey Kispert will likely continue to start while Deni Avdija will see a boost in fantasy value.

Monday, January 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) will not play Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Beal was questionable going into the contest, but was downgraded to out before tip-off and will miss his third straight game with the injury. Corey Kispert will continue to start while Deni Avdija should see a boost off the bench. Kispert is more of a threes streamer while Avdija offers low-end value in multiple categories.

Friday, December 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Orlando Magic. The superstar guard sat out their last game due to left hamstring soreness. He exited early on Tuesday due to the hamstring issue, so it appears to be still bothering him. Corey Kispert should remain in the starting five, assuming Beal is unable to play. He'd likely benefit the most from the absence of Beal, which would make him a decent streaming option.
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's contest vs. Orlando due to a sore left hamstring. Beal will miss his second consecutive outing, likely paving the way for Corey Kispert to continue receiving a sizable minutes share. Beal appeared in just seven December outings, but he managed to average 23.4 points in fewer than 30 minutes per night in that span. Kristaps Porzingis and Kyle Kuzma stand to key the D.C. offense in Beal's absence; his next chance to return comes Sunday against the Bucks.

Wednesday, December 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) could be out of the lineup again on Wednesday against Phoenix, with the team regarding him as questionable for the game. The Washington star sat out the final few minutes of Tuesday's win over Philadelphia with a sore left hamstring and might now have to head back to the shelf after playing in just five games since returning from a right hamstring strain. If Beal is indeed out again, Corey Kispert is in line to jump back into the starting unit, and there will be more shots available for Kyle Kuzma and Kristaps Porzingis. Kispert has done well at times this season, but his numbers as a starter aren't very attractive, with the former Gonzaga man putting up 9.7 points with 2.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists.

Tuesday, December 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (back) is questionable ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the 76ers. The 21-year-old has played well this season, averaging 8.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists. However, he's missed the last two games with back soreness, allowing Daniel Gafford to enter the starting lineup. Gafford has logged around 20 minutes of work as a starter while the rookie has been out, so his upside is limited for fantasy managers. That said, Rui Hachimura, who scored 21 points in 27 minutes versus Sacramento, should continue to be the primary beneficiary if Avdija can't suit up.
		Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (back) is available to play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Avdija will return to the court after a two-game absence with back soreness and will likely resume his normal role off the bench. Avdija's return will likely take some minutes away from Corey Kispert and Rui Hachimura. Avdija's fantasy value is typically tied to Bradley Beal's health and would need an injury to be a recommended fantasy option.

Saturday, December 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (back) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the Kings. He is having issues with his lower back and it already forced him to miss Thursday's clash with Utah. Corey Kispert made his 16th start of the campaign in Avdija's absence and is now set to benefit again on Friday. The 23-year-old has averaged 9.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists as a starter this season. Kispert has struggled for consistency, but he did reasonably well on Thursday by scoring 12 points and picking up a pair of rebounds and assists.
		Washington Wizards guard/forward Will Barton (back) won't take the court Friday against Sacramento. The veteran is listed as out with lower back soreness. Barton had a pair of really nice outings only last week, but the team is starting to get healthy and his minutes have taken a big dip in the most recent games. There will be another returnee in Delon Wright (hamstring) on Friday. With Deni Avdija (back) also ruled out for the game, Corey Kispert looks set to play a big part in the contest.

Friday, December 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The big man will miss his second game in a row due to a non-COVID related illness. Daniel Gafford figures to move into the starting five, while Taj Gibson gets increased playing time off the bench. Between the two, Gafford is the much better fantasy option, so consider him as a streaming choice for Thursday.
		Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The young forward has officially been ruled out for this game due to lingering back soreness. The hope is that this won't be a long term issue for the 21-year-old. The Wizards are likely to start Will Barton or Corey Kispert with Avdija sidelined. Whoever does start is worth a look as a streaming option for Thursday. Jordan Goodwin could also see more minutes, but Barton and Kispert are better streaming options.
		Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert will move into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The Wizards will be without Deni Avdija (back) who is sitting this game out due to a minor injury. This means that Will Barton will play off the bench, so Kispert will get more chances with the starting unit. The fact Kispert is starting makes him a more appealing option for Thursday's slate.
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's contest vs. the Kings as he battles a non-COVID illness that has kept him out the past two games. Daniel Gafford has drawn starts at the five in his place and has proven to have a solid DFS floor. Without Porzingis in the mix, Deni Avdija and Rui Hachimura have led Washington in rebounding, elevating their upside as well if the All-Star is held out again. When healthy, Porzingis has been on an offensive role, having logged at least 20 points in 10 of his last 11 outings, a stretch in which he has shot 51.1 percent overall from the floor. Fantasy managers will want to check back prior to the late tip for the final word on Porzingis.
		Washington Wizards point/shooting guard Delon Wright (hamstring) has been cleared to take part in Friday's contest vs. the Kings, paving the way for his first game action since Oct. 25 due to a right hamstring strain. Wright is likely facing a minutes cap in his return, but even to begin the year, he scored between five and eight points in each of first four appearances. Jordan Goodwin may cede minutes as Monte Morris' backup, although fantasy managers will want to monitor how coach Wes Unseld Jr. allocates playing time against a Sacramento group that ranks in the Top 5 in pace.

Thursday, December 22

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) was a late addition to the injury report for the team's last game and now he's questionable for the second game in a row. The star big man is dealing with a non-COVID illness right now and it wouldn't be surprising if he had to sit out one more game. If he can't suit up, look for Daniel Gafford and Taj Gibson to get some more minutes with the former being the best streaming option if needed.

Tuesday, December 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) was tagged as questionable late into the afternoon on Tuesday before tipoff. The star big man seems to be dealing with a non-COVID illness and may not be able to suit up against a short-handed Phoenix Suns team. The fact that he went straight to questionable after not appearing on the injury report at all is concerning for his status come game time. If Porzingis has to stay on the sidelines, Daniel Gafford would be the best streaming option if needed.

Sunday, December 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The star guard has missed the last six games, but has a legitimate chance to suit up here. His return would send Corey Kispert to the bench, which would significantly hurt his fantasy value. Also, Will Barton and Jordan Goodwin wouldn't see as many chances with Beal back in the fold. Fantasy managers will have to check back closer to tip-off for another update on Beal.

Friday, December 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (back) is likely to make his return to action Saturday vs. the Clippers, head coach Wes Unseld Jr. announced Friday. Porzingis missed his second outing of the year Wednesday due to lower back tightness, which allowed Taj Gibson to shift into the starting five and Daniel Gafford to see added frontcourt run; with the big man back, both Gibson and Gafford slot into undesirable fantasy roles. Porzingis is amidst a scorching offensive stretch that has seen him drop at least 20 points in nine consecutive games, averaging 27.1 points while shooting 53.8 percent in that span. He dominated the LA interior as recently as last week to the tune of a 30-point, 15-rebound performance.
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) was able to get in a full practice workload Friday, a step in the right direction for his availability as soon as Saturday's game vs. the Clippers. Beal has missed the previous five outings due to a right hamstring strain, which has allowed Corey Kispert to slide back into the starting lineup. Kyle Kuzma, Kristaps Porzingis, Will Barton and others have picked up the offensive workload that comes along with losing Beal's 22.9 PPG through his first 18 contests. Fantasy managers will want to check back Saturday to monitor Beal's status, although he'll likely face a capped workload once he is ultimately cleared to suit up.

Wednesday, December 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (back) has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against Denver. He was forced to exit Monday's meeting with Brooklyn due to lower back tightness and the issue hasn't yet fully cleared up. Porzingis is having a very strong season and his recent form has been particularly impressive, with the 27-year-old giant averaging 26.8 points and 9.0 rebounds per game across his last five appearances. Daniel Gafford should pick up most of Porzingis' minutes Wednesday. He was able to grab a double-double with a few extra minutes against the Nets, and Gafford also posted a double-double and had four blocks in the first game Porzingis missed this season.
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) will remain out for Wednesday's meeting with the Nuggets. He will miss a fifth consecutive game, but Beal shouldn't be far from returning anymore, with him having cleared for on-court activities on Monday. Corey Kispert has been starting in Beal's absence and should remain in the starting unit until the Washington star is ready to return. The 23-year-old is averaging 9.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists as a starter this season.

Tuesday, December 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (back) exited Monday's loss to Brooklyn with back tightness. He did not return. Fortunately, he reported after the game that he spent the fourth quarter receiving treatment while adding he's feeling better. The 27-year-old has played exceptionally well in 2022-23, tying his career-high average of 22.7 points per game. With Washington losing 10 of its last 11 contests, including dropping the previous seven straight games, the team hopes to have him out there on Wednesday in Denver. However, if Porzingis isn't available, Daniel Gafford will probably replace him in the starting lineup, with the 2019 second-round pick logging 5.9 points, 4.0 boards, 1.1 blocks, and shooting an impressive 73.6% from the field this season.

Monday, December 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) has been cleared to resume on-court activities, but remains sidelined for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. mentioned that Beal should be available at some point during the road trip that begins on December 14. The star guard is trending in the right direction, which is great news for fantasy managers. Corey Kispert should remain in the starting lineup while Beal continues to sit out. He is worth streaming in most fantasy formats until Beal gets back to full speed.
		Washington Wizards guard Monte Morris (groin) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The 27-year-old will sit this one out as he continues to deal with left groin soreness. As a result, Jordan Goodwin will see additional playing time and is worth adding in most fantasy formats right now. He is averaging 18 points, four rebounds, and four assists with 11 steals over his last two games. Goodwin should be a strong streaming option while Morris is sidelined.

Saturday, December 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards point guard Monte Morris (groin) has been ruled out of Saturday's matchup against the Clippers. He is dealing with left groin soreness, and unfortunately for him, the game comes too soon for Morris to be ready to play. The 27-year-old has recently enjoyed a good run of form, with Bradley Beal's (hamstring) absence giving Morris more responsibility offensively, but he now has to step aside as well. Morris' absence opens the door for Jordan Goodwin to join the starting unit Saturday. It's already confirmed that he will make his second start of the campaign, and with Washington short of options on the backcourt, Goodwin should be in for a busy night.
		Washington Wizards guard/forward Will Barton (foot) is forced to sit out a second consecutive game Saturday versus the Clippers. The veteran is nursing a sore left foot. With a number of other key rotational players also unavailable for the game, Jordan Goodwill should fill a major role, and the likes of Deni Avdija and Corey Kispert will be asked to eat up as many minutes as they can. Goodwill posted a career-high 19 points with four rebounds, three assists and five steals in 34 minutes off the bench Friday against Indiana, and he should be set for another big performance Saturday.

Friday, December 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He rolled his ankle during their last contest, but was able to stay in the game. The oft-injured big man could very well sit out especially after playing 35 minutes in that game. Daniel Gafford would likely be asked to move into the starting five if Porzingis sits out. He's a nice source of rebounds and blocks, but doesn't offer much more than that. Kyle Kuzma would be the player that probably benefits the most in terms of fantasy production.
		Washington Wizards guard Will Barton (foot) is in doubt for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers as he deals with left foot soreness. The injury itself doesn't seem too serious, but plenty of teams seem to err on the cautious side when playing against this rebuilding Pacers team. If the 31-year-old can't play, this would be his first missed game of the season. Jordan Goodwin would likely see some more action and he's acted as a solid streaming option when given the opportunities.
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) exited the team's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on December 4th with a hamstring strain and has been waiting to be re-evaluated since then. At the time, Shams Charania reported that the team would wait a week and evaluate him then. With that being said, he's going to miss at least one more game before then and could miss a couple more. While the 29-year-old is out, Corey Kispert is likely to remain in the starting five and can be a good streaming option in deeper leagues.

Monday, December 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal logged only three minutes in Sunday's defeat to the Lakers, exiting with a right hamstring strain. The severity of the issue is currently unknown, but Beal should be regarded as questionable for Wednesday's clash versus Chicago. He could even end up missing multiple games because muscle strains usually take at least a couple of weeks to clear up. Beal has already missed six games this season, so he will likely be very frustrated with the latest blow. Kyle Kuzma and Kristaps Porzingis, who combined 53 points on Sunday, have had productive stretches without Beal in the lineup. His absence also allowed Corey Kispert and Jordan Goodwin to log more minutes Sunday.

Wednesday, November 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura (ankle) is in line to miss his sixth game in a row due to right ankle soreness. The 24-year-old hasn't exactly lived up to the hype that he received before last season and these ankle issues aren't going to help him prove any differently. While he's out, Kyle Kuzma and Will Barton will see more time and usage. Barton is likely to be on the waiver wire in more leagues. Managers that have Hachimura on the roster will just have to keep looking for any updates on his ankle.

Monday, November 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal suffered a quadriceps injury in Sunday's 106-102 win over Charlotte. He had a great performance with 26 points, four rebounds, five assists and five steals, but was injured in the final seconds of the game. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. said that Beal will be re-evaluated on Monday. This was only his third game back from health and safety protocols, so being forced to spend even more time on the sidelines would definitely hurt Beal. With Monte Morris (ankle) also dealing with an injury, Jordan Goodwin could start to run the backcourt and there should be more minutes available for Will Barton. However, with Washington being off until Wednesday, Morris and Beal have some good time to recover and might be able to play.

Sunday, November 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Monte Morris (ankle) is questionable against Charlotte. Morris is dealing with a sore right ankle, so if the pain improves, he'll likely be on the floor. After logging a career-high 12.6 points last season with the Nuggets, he's averaged only 8.7 in 2022-23. With that said, Morris has provided much on the fantasy end and shouldn't be in any lineup, even if he's healthy.
		Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The 24-year-old is a late addition to the injury report with right ankle soreness. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Wizards take the cautious approach and give Hachimura the night off. Will Barton would likely be asked to make a spot start, assuming Hachimura does sit. Barton has been off to a slow start and is more of a deep league option right now.

Friday, November 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The timetable for Washington Wizards guard Jordan Goodwin's (knee) return is still in the balance. Goodwin suffered a knee injury during the Wednesday night loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, the actual damage to his knee has yet to be reported. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. relayed to the media that the team doesn't know either, as Goodwin is undergoing testing on his knee. While Goodwin isn't a fantasy darling, the rookie guard has posted positive production during the Wizards' surprisingly successful start to the season. To date, Goodwin has shot 53 percent from deep. Although only attempting 15 shots from the perimeter, Goodwin's accuracy in limited minutes means something for fantasy managers on the lookout for sleepers in deep leagues. On the brighter side, Monte Morris' fantasy managers won't have to worry about his minutes dropping. The Wizards starting point guard currently doesn't have a lot of competition for his spot in the rotation.

Wednesday, November 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is going to be back on the court and back in the starting lineup on Wednesday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After missing five games while in the health and safety protocols, fantasy managers can finally plug him back into their active lineups. Before entering the protocols, the 29-year-old was averaging 21.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game through nine games. He'll likely return to his star status at any moment.

Saturday, November 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (groin) is now considered probable for Saturday's home game against the Jazz. He missed Thursday's win over Dallas with a left groin strain and was first listed as questionable for Saturday, but it looks like Porzingis is ready to return to action. His return will push Anthony Gill back to the bench and Daniel Gafford will have to settle for fewer minutes as well. Kyle Kuzma went berserk with a season-high 36 points Thursday with both Porzingis and Bradley Beal (health protocols) missing, but he will have to settle for a lesser role on offense.
		Washington Wizards center Taj Gibson (neck) is doubtful ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Utah Jazz due to a strained neck. The 37-year-old has been a filler piece for the team this season, relegating him to nearly five minutes per game. With Kristaps Porzingis (groin) probable, Gibson likely wouldn't have gotten much work, to begin with, so he can remain a free agent in all fantasy formats.
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (groin) is available on Saturday against Utah. The 27-year-old missed only one game with a groin strain, so the issue isn't expected to impact his workload. With Bradley Beal (illness) out again, Porzingis and Kyle Kuzma should continue to do most of the heavy lifting offensively.
		Washington Wizards center Taj Gibson (neck) is out on Saturday against Utah. The 37-year-old has a cervical strain. However, considering Gibson has averaged only 2.5 points in 4.5 minutes per game this season, his absence won't impact the rotation.
		Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (illness) is questionable ahead of the meeting with Utah. Kuzma is dealing with a non-COVID-related illness, and considering he was a late addition to the injury report, there's a good chance he may not play. Bradley Beal (illness) remains out on Saturday, so Kristaps Porzingis (groin), who is available, should be the No. 1 option offensively if Kuzma can't suit up. At the same time, Deni Avdija, Will Barton, and Rui Hachimura could see a notable uptick in production.

Friday, November 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (groin) missed the team's last game with a groin strain but he did some on-court work on Friday. He'll reportedly be re-evaluated on Saturday ahead of the team's game against the Utah Jazz to see if he can give it a go. If he's not able to play again, Daniel Gafford and Anthony Gill would be the two top options to take those vacated minutes. The former would most likely be the better streaming option of the two.
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal will stay on the sidelines for the team's game on Saturday against the Utah Jazz. The star shooting guard is still in the health and safety protocols and will end up missing his fourth consecutive game. Corey Kispert will likely get the start again in Beal's absence and should be a solid streaming option as well. Someone that could help managers in deeper leagues could also be Jordan Goodwin.

Thursday, November 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (groin) is questionable for Thursday's home game against Dallas. He's on the injury report with a left groin strain, and missing a meeting with his former team would obviously be a blow for the big guy. Porzingis has been very injury prone throughout his career, but he hasn't yet missed any action this season, sitting second in scoring on the team with 19.2 points per game and leading the squad with 8.2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks. Daniel Gafford's fantasy stock would receive a major boost if Porzingis is forced to sit, especially with Taj Gibson (neck) also questionable for the game. Rui Hachimura should get a bigger role as well.
		Washington Wizards forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (groin) will sit out his first game of the season Thursday versus Dallas. He was initially listed as questionable for the game, giving managers hope that maybe he can play through a groin strain, but Porzingis has now been officially ruled out for the contest. Anthony Gill is getting an opportunity to start in his place, and there should be extra minutes available on the frontcourt for Daniel Gafford and Rui Hachimura as well. Veteran big man Taj Gibson (neck) has also been ruled out.

Monday, November 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal won't play on Monday night versus the Hornets, marking his second consecutive absence while adhering to health and safety protocols. Corey Kispert got the start for Beal against the Grizzlies on Sunday night and finished with six points in 24 minutes, so he's not a lock to produce for the meeting with Charlotte. With Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) questionable, Kristaps Porzingis may carry the load on the offensive end. There's also room for Rui Hachimura and Monte Morris to see an uptick in production, even more so if Kuzma is ultimately ruled out.
		Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) will play against Charlotte. The 27-year-old was riding a questionable tag due to shoulder soreness heading into this one. However, he's good to go and should carry the load on Monday night with Bradley Beal out because of health and safety protocols.

Thursday, October 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Delon Wright (hamstring) was forced to exit the game Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons due to a hamstring injury. He officially will now be out six to eight weeks due to a Grade 2 strain of his right hamstring. The 30-year-old was having a productive start to the season for Washington. As a key reserve, he was averaging 6.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.0 blocks per game. In fantasy terms, Wright was valuable in deeper category leagues, but not much past that. Now that he's out for up to two months, Will Barton, Jordan Goodwin and Johnny Davis could all see some more playing time.

Wednesday, October 26

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (back) only played 22 minutes in the blowout win over the Detroit Pistons. While the nature of the blowout did contribute to Beal's low playing time, he left the game with back tightness and did not check in until the end of third quarter, finishing with 13 points, six assists and four rebounds. Will Barton started the second half and finished with 16 points, four threes, four assists, two rebounds, two steals and a block in 29 minutes. Barton would The Wizards do not play until Friday so Beal should have plenty of rest and is not expected to miss any games at this time. However, if Beal is to sit out, Barton would likely be the biggest benefactor.
		Washington Wizards guard Delon Wright wasn't able to play the full game Tuesday against Detroit, leaving with right hamstring tightness. He logged 16 minutes and had five points on 2-for-4 shooting with two rebounds, three assists, four steals and one block. This was a very productive bench outing for the veteran guard and Wright could've had a special night if he would've been available for the whole game, as Bradley Beal was limited to just 22 minutes with back tightness. Wright has impressed with his defensive play early in the campaign, averaging 2.8 steals and a block per game in just 22.8 minutes of action. It sounds like he escaped serious injury, but his status is currently unknown for Friday's clash with Indiana.

Thursday, October 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (ankle) is believed to have avoided serious injury. The X-rays on his ankle came back negative, so it's believed to be a sprained right ankle. He could still miss time, but it's not expected to be a significant absence. Will Barton is likely to benefit the most in the absence of Avdija. The two of them will likely split up the small forward role this season. Barton could have some increased value with Avdija likely to miss a little time.

Friday, October 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) will not play in the team's final preseason game. This absence comes as more of a precautionary move rather than something that will keep him out for long. He said the plan is still for him to be available for the season's first game. With the injury history that Porzingis has, being cautious is the best way to go. In his 17 games with the team last year, he averaged 22.1 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.5 blocks per game. While the injuries are a considerable risk, he's still going to be a sought-after center in every fantasy format.

Thursday, October 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Wizards center Vernon Carey Jr. entered the NBA's concussion protocol on Thursday morning. The team said that the symptoms stem from a minor traffic accident. As of right now, it doesn't sound like anything too serious. Carey was traded to the Wizards last season in the deal that sent Montrezl Harrell to the Hornets. He's only played three games with the team since then, in which he put up 4.0 points and 2.3 rebounds per game on 57.1% shooting from the floor. While there's been plenty of talk of the 21-year-old's potential since he was drafted, he doesn't carry much importance when it comes to fantasy. Until he starts getting real minutes, fantasy managers don't need to keep tabs on the big man.