DANIEL GAFFORD NEWS

Records double-double in win Gafford ended with 11 points (3-3 FG, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds and four blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 113-105 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Gafford had his best game of the season on Thursday, connecting on all three of his field-goal attempts while going 5-of-6 from the free-throw line for 11 points. He added a season-high 10 rebounds, four of which came in the fourth quarter to help the Wizards maintain the lead down the stretch. Six of Gafford's 12 points also came in the final quarter to give him his first double-double of the season. The Washington center played a season-high 25 minutes and did not disappoint, also adding a game and season-high four blocks.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma scores 36 to lead Wizards past Mavericks 113-105

Kyle Kuzma scored 36 points, and the Washington Wizards overcame the absence of Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis to beat the Dallas Mavericks 113-105

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Terrible start continues Friday Gafford provided four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and one block in 10 minutes during Friday's 128-86 loss to the Nets.

Impact Gafford was barely visible in the loss, failing to produce anything remotely close to fantasy value. He has now played fewer than 12 minutes in four straight games, registering a grand total of just six rebounds and three blocks during that time. While there is a path to minutes should Kristaps Porzingis miss time, at this stage, he is simply doing far too little to even be considered in deeper formats.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Without suspended Irving, Nets rout Wizards 128-86

Kevin Durant had 28 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds, and the Brooklyn Nets won easily in their first game following Kyrie Irving’s suspension, 128-86 over the Washington Wizar...

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Produces off bench Gafford totaled 10 points (3-4 FG, 4-5 FT) and four rebounds in 15 minutes during Friday's 127-117 loss to Indiana.

Impact Gafford was efficient and productive with a small workload. While the Wizards opted to stick with small ball, Gafford still co-led the bench unit in scoring. Friday marked his first contest without a block this season, but he should be a consistent presence in that department.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swats five shots as starter Gafford recorded four points (2-3 FG), three rebounds and five blocks across 26 minutes in Friday's 105-89 preseason loss against the Knicks.

Impact Gafford got the start with Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out, and while he's expected to hold a bench role if the Latvian is healthy, Gafford might end up having decent value if given enough minutes, which is plausible given Porzingis' injury history. Gafford looked impressive defensively in this one, but he can also contribute on offense if provided enough touches.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Friday Gafford is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason finale versus the Knicks.

Impact Gafford will get the start Friday with Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) out. While Gafford will likely move back to the bench once the regular begins next Wednesday, he could emerge as a viable fantasy option if injuries continue to plague Porzingis.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcin Gortat has something important to teach Daniel Gafford “We have to set him on the right path," Gortat said of Gafford.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Beal believes Wizards can win title after his max deal

Bradley Beal and the Wizards renewed their commitment to each other when he agreed to a five-year deal worth up to $251 million to stay in Washington

JULY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

All eyes on Bradley Beal as big offseason begins for Wizards

The Washington Wizards are beginning a massive offseason

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 12 points in limited action Gafford ended with 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one block and one steal in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 118-103 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Gafford needed just 14 minutes off the bench to score in double figures for a second consecutive contest. Over his last seven games, the backup big man has averaged 11.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in 18.3 minutes.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young's 30 points help Hawks pull away from Wizards, 118-103

Trae Young scored 16 of his 30 points in the third period to help Atlanta stretch its lead, and the Hawks beat the Washington Wizards 118-103

APRIL 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wizards center Daniel Gafford demonstrates his potential — again — but can he build on it? A Gafford-Kristaps Porziņģis pairing showed promise as Gafford enjoyed one of the best nights of his young career.

APRIL 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Gafford's career high, KP's 25 lead Wizards to 132-114 win over Wolves ' Washington Wizards The Wizards beat the Timberwolves 132-114 on Tuesday night at the Target Center behind a trio of 20-point performances from Kristaps Porzing...

APRIL 6, 2022 • NBA.COM

Posts career high offensively Gafford tallied 24 points (10-11 FG, 4-5 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one block during Tuesday's 132-114 win over Minnesota.

Impact This was arguably Gafford's best performance of his career thus far, as the center tallied a career high offensively while leading the team on the boards to mark a double-double. It was his eighth of the season and first since March 9 against the Clippers. Gafford has scored in double digits in three of his last six outings.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Porzingis scores 25, Wizards cruise to win over Timberwolves

Kristaps Porzingis scored 25 points, including 12 in the third quarter as Washington took control, and the Wizards pulled away for a 132-114 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves

APRIL 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Satoransky's unusual double-double lifts Wizards past Magic

Kristaps Porzingis scored 35 points, and Tomas Satoransky had an unusual double-double — no points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds — as the Washington Wizards beat the Orlando Magic 12...

MARCH 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid in return Gafford had 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 16 minutes during Sunday's 123-115 victory over Golden State.

Impact Gafford stepped back into his typical workload after a one-game absence. Gafford recorded multiple blocks Sunday after failing to do so in any of his past seven games. The 23-year-old is averaging 16.4 points, 10.3 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per 36 minutes.

MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Gafford (back) is available for Sunday's contest against the Warriors.

Impact As expected, Gafford will return to the rotation following a one-game absence due to a neck issue. During the six previous games before his absence, he averaged 8.7 points and 3.8 rebounds in 17.3 minutes.

MARCH 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Sunday Gafford (neck) is considered probable to see the floor Sunday versus the Warriors.

Impact If Gafford indeed makes it back, he will have missed all of one game due to the neck issue. He should resume his bench role behind Kristaps Porzingis if he gets the green light.

MARCH 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Washington plays Golden State in non-conference matchup

Golden State faces Washington for a non-conference matchup

MARCH 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Friday Gafford (neck) won't play Friday against the Pistons.

Impact Gafford will sit out the second half the Wizards' back-to-back set after posting six points (3-3 FG, 0-1 FT), two rebounds and one block across 16 minutes during Thursday's loss to the Bucks. In his absence, Thomas Bryant will likely operate as the primary backup to Kristaps Porzingis.

MARCH 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Gafford (neck) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Gafford totaled six points (3-3 FG, 0-1 FT), two rebounds and one block in 16 minutes during Thursday's loss to the Bucks, and he presumably picked up a neck injury that'll likely sideline him for the second half of the Wizards' back-to-back set. In his expected absence, Thomas Bryant figures to serve as the primary backup to Kristaps Porzingis.

MARCH 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE