Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Dealing with significant sprain
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Wizards' coach Wes Unseld said that Kuzma, who will miss Tuesday's game, is dealing with a "pretty significant [ankle] sprain," Ava Wallace of The Washington Post reports.
Unseld added that he was "shocked" that Kuzma could play through the ankle sprain Saturday, so it sounds like there's been a lot of swelling, which could turn into a multi-game absence. Corey Kispert, Deni Avdija and Anthony Gill will likely pick up the slack while he's out, and it should be Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis doing the heavy lifting on offense. For now, Kuzma should be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Downgraded to out
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Kuzma (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.
With Kristaps Porzingis (illness) out, Kuzma scored 33 points (12-23 FG) during Saturday's loss to the Kings, but it appears he sprained his right ankle during the contest as well. Porzingis is cleared to return Tuesday, so he'll presumably take Kuzma's spot in the starting lineup, with Corey Kispert slotting in at small forward again. Deni Avdija, Anthony Gill and Johnny Davis are also candidates for a few extra minutes with Kuzma unavailable. Given the matchup in Orlando is the first half of a back-to-back, Kuzma can likely be considered questionable, at best, for Wednesday's home tilt versus Denver.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Questionable with ankle issue
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Kuzma is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Magic due to an ankle issue, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reports.
With Kristaps Porzingis (illness) out, Kuzma popped for 33 points (12-23 FG) during Saturday's loss to the Kings, but he appears to have picked up an ankle issue as well. If Kuzma is forced to the sidelines, Deni Avdija, Anthony Gill and Corey Kispert would be candidates for increased run, but Porzingis and Bradley Beal would still be Washington's go-to playmakers versus Orlando.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Goes off for 33 points in loss
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Kuzma contributed 33 points (12-23 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Saturday's 132-118 loss to Sacramento.
Kuzma led the Wizards in scoring and surpassed the 30-point mark for the first time since the All-Star break. He's averaging 20.4 points per game across eight March appearances.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Quiet in return to lineup
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Kuzma notched seven points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 25 minutes during Friday's 117-94 loss to the Cavaliers.
Kuzma returned from a one-game absence due to some knee trouble but couldn't get much going offensively. The Wizards are sitting in 11th place in the Eastern Conference and will need Kuzma to find his form quickly if they want to sneak into the postseason. Over his last three contests, Kuzma is averaging 12.0 points on 42 percent shooting.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Not on injury report
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Kuzma (knee) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against Cleveland.
Kuzma partially participated in Thursday's practice session and has been cleared to return to game action following a one-game absence. He's posted double-doubles in two of his last three appearances and is unlikely to face significant limitations against the Cavaliers.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: On track to return Friday
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Kuzma (knee) was a partial participant in Thursday's practice but will likely be available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ava Wallace of The Washington Post reports.
Kuzma missed Tuesday's game against Detroit due to a sore right knee but appears likely to return following a brief absence. Over his last four appearances, he's averaged 19.3 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 35.0 minutes per game.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Sitting out Tuesday
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Kuzma (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons.
Kuzma has been downgraded from questionable to out due to right knee soreness and will miss his second contest since the All-Star break. In his absence, Deni Avdija, Corey Kispert and Anthony Gill are all candidates for increased roles. Following Tuesday's contest, Washington doesn't resume action until Friday versus Cleveland, so Kuzma should have plenty of time to rest and rehab before the team needs to make a decision on his status for that contest.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Questionable Tuesday
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Kuzma is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pistons due to right knee soreness.
Kuzma has posted double-doubles in two of his last three appearances, but he's dealing with a knee injury following Sunday's loss to Philadelphia. If he's unavailable Tuesday, Deni Avdija and Corey Kispert will likely see increased run.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Tallies double-double in loss
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Kuzma closed with 12 points (4-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 112-93 loss to Philadelphia.
Kuzma hauled in a team-high rebound total while tallying a team-high-tying assist mark and notching a double-double performance in the starting lineup. Kuzma has recorded at least 10 points and 10 rebounds on 14 occasions this year, including in two of his last three outings. The forward did briefly leave Sunday's game with what appeared to be a hand injury, but he was able to return to action later in the second half. Don't be surprised if he pops up on the injury report with some soreness ahead of Tuesday's game against Detroit.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: All-around performance in defeat
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Kuzma contributed 25 points (10-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 122-120 loss to the Hawks.
Kuzma finished second on the team behind Kristaps Porzingis (43 points) in scoring while pacing Washington in rebounds. Though his efficiency from the field (42 percent) has left something to be desired in his seven appearances since the All-Star break, Kuzma has been valuable in both points and categories leagues alike over that stretch. He's averaging 22.1 points, 5.1 boards, 3.0 assists, 2.4 three-pointers and 1.0 steals thus far in the second half of the season.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Pops for 23 in return
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Kuzma (knee) posted 23 points (9-20 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 119-117 win over the Pistons.
After missing Sunday's game against the Bucks with a minor knee issue, Kuzma was right back in the flow Tuesday. Over his last eight games, he's averaging 22.4 points, 5.3 boards, 3.1 threes and 2.3 assists, and he appears to be taking on more of a pure scoring role for the Wizards with both Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis also healthy and in the lineup.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Good to go against Detroit
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Kuzma (knee) is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Pistons, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
Kuzma has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing the previous game with right knee soreness. He will replace Anthony Gill in the starting lineup.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Listed as questionable for Tuesday
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Kuzma (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons.
Kuzma left Saturday's loss to the Raptors with right knee soreness and was ruled out for the second half of Washington's back-to-back Sunday versus Milwaukee. He'll have a chance to return Tuesday, but if he remains sidelined, Anthony Gill, Deni Avdija and Corey Kispert would all be candidates for increased roles.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Won't play Sunday
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Kuzma (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.
Kuzma left Saturday's game against the Raptors with knee soreness, and now he'll receive some extra rest to avoid the injury becoming more serious. Given Deni Avdija (illness) is also questionable, coach Wes Unseld Jr. could give more minutes to Anthony Gill and Corey Kispert. Kuzma's next chance to play will come Tuesday at Detroit.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Uncertain for Sunday
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Kuzma should tentatively be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks after banging knees and leaving the arena with a limp during Saturday's 116-109 loss to the Raptors, Neil Dalal of Hoop District reports. In the game, Kuzma registered 16 points (5-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 42 minutes.
Kuzma's solid night was marred by five turnovers and an injury, which could affect his availability on the second night of the back-to-back. Deni Avdija (illness) left Saturday's game in the second quarter and should be considered questionable as well. If one or both players are shelved, coach Wes Unseld Jr. could give more minutes to Anthony Gill and Corey Kispert.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Starts hot, tops 30 points
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Kuzma totaled 30 points (10-24 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Thursday's 119-108 win over Toronto.
Kuzma started the night on a personal 10-0 run, a precursor to his big offensive night. The 27-year-old is averaging over 20 points per game for the first time in his career, but his point totals have had a wide variance since he returned from an ankle injury. Kuzma hasn't been efficient, shooting just 38.6 percent over his last six games. But topping 30 points will usually help fantasy managers regardless of the field-goal percentage. With the Wizards rolling on offense, Kuzma picked up five assists to round out a solid night.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Hits for 28 in Tuesday's win
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Kuzma notched 28 points (10-26 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 119-116 win over the Hawks.
The 27-year-old has been alternating strong performances with quieter ones since missing four games earlier in February due to an ankle injury. Over five contests since his return, Kuzma's averaging 22.0 points, 5.6 boards, 3.2 threes and 2.0 assists, but his 38.0 percent shooting during that time suggests he might be able to find another gear to close out the regular season.
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Wizards' Kyle Kuzma: Tops 20 points in win
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Kuzma supplied 23 points (10-23 FG, 3-12 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and one steal over 41 minutes during Friday's 115-109 loss to the Knicks.
Kuzma managed to top the 20-point threshold Friday despite struggling from beyond the arc. The 2017 first-round pick is averaging career highs in points (21.4) and assists (3.9) to go along with 7.5 rebounds per game, but due to his inefficiency and lack of solid production in the peripheral categories Friday, his fantasy managers were certainly left wanting more.
