DANIEL GAFFORD NEWS

Making most of backup role Gafford tallied five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal across 20 minutes Friday in the Wizards' 122-109 loss to the Lakers.

Impact After notching a double-double (14 points, 10 rebounds) to go with production in the defensive categories (one steal and one block) in Wednesday's loss to the Clippers, Gafford followed up that performance with another quality outing off the bench. He'll likely struggle to push for more than 25 minutes when top center Kristaps Porzingis is available, but Gafford looks primed for an elevated role Saturday against the Trail Blazers while Porzingis rests for the second half of a back-to-back set.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double off bench Gafford totaled 14 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 115-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Gafford remained in a reserve role for the second straight game, but that didn't stop him from putting up his first double-double since Jan. 3. The big man led the team in boards and shot an efficient 7-for-11 from the field. Gafford isn't likely to reclaim his starting spot from Kristaps Porzingis, but he could find himself back in the starting five -- temporarily -- with Porzingis facing a likely rest day Saturday.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers rally past Wizards again for 115-109 victory

Nicolas Batum hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 31.2 seconds remaining, Reggie Jackson scored 31 points and the Los Angeles Clippers scored the final 11 points in a 115-109 victory o...

MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Efficient performance in loss Gafford accumulated 14 points (7-9 FG, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and one steal across 24 minutes during Saturday's 92-86 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Gafford has started each of Washington's two games following the All-Star break and his numbers have been similar in both contests, with double-digit points and at least six rebounds in the two games. He's been struggling with fitness and consistency this month and that is reflected in his numbers, as he's averaging just 9.6 points and 5.6 boards per game in February.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Markkanen scores 23, Cavaliers rally past Wizards, 92-86

Lauri Markkanen scored 23 points and All-Star center Jarrett Allen had 18 points and 14 rebounds in rallying the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 92-86 win over the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Efficient performance in start Gafford notched 17 points (8-9 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block across 29 minutes during Friday's 157-153 double-overtime loss to the Spurs.

Impact Gafford was back in the starting lineup Friday and scored his most points since Jan. 1. The big man missed five straight contests due to COVID-19 protocols at the beginning of February, but he was able to suit up for Washington's final contest before the All-Star break, though he came off the bench for a second straight appearance. Thomas Bryant was dealing with an ankle injury before Friday's contest but was ultimately ruled available. However, he came off the bench for the first time since Jan. 25 and played just 15 minutes. Fantasy managers will want to monitor how coach Wes Unseld distributes minutes amongst his centers, but as long as they are both healthy, they'll likely hinder each other's overall potential.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Frustrated no more, Daniel Gafford relishes his return to Wizards' starting lineup Daniel Gafford returned to the Washington Wizards' starting lineup Friday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Murray, Spurs outlast Wizards 157-153 in double overtime

Dejounte Murray had 31 points, 14 assists and 13 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Washington Wizards 157-153 in double overtime  Friday night

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Draws start Friday Gafford is starting Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Although Thomas Bryant will be able to play through an ankle injury Friday, Gafford will serve as a starter for the first time since Feb. 2. Across 46 starts this year, he's averaged 9.2 points and 6.2 rebounds in 21.1 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Gafford (conditioning) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Nets. He will have his minutes monitored.

Impact Gafford had missed each of the last five matchups due to the league's health and safety protocols, but he should be back on the court for the team's final game before the All-Star break. He averaged 4.7 points and 4.0 rebounds in 11.3 minutes per game across his three appearances prior to his absence.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma and the Wizards visit conference foe Brooklyn

The Nets will take on conference opponent Washington

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Indiana plays Washington, looks to break home slide

Indiana enters a matchup against Washington after losing four straight home games

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Wednesday Gafford (conditioning) is out Wednesday against the Pacers.

Impact Gafford will have just one more chance to return before the All-Star break Thursday against the Nets. However, his role will be complicated by the eventual debut of Kristaps Porzingis (knee).

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma scores 23, Wizards deal Pistons 8th straight loss

Kyle Kuzma scored 17 of his 23 points in the third quarter, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 16, and Deni Avdija had 12 points and a career-high 15 rebounds as the Washington Wizards...

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Monday Gafford (conditioning) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Gafford has cleared the COVID-19 health and safety protocols but will miss his fourth straight game as he continues to improve his conditioning. The 23-year-old figures to have a reduced role once cleared to play given the acquisition of Kristaps Porzingis (knee) ahead Thursday's trade deadline.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit takes on Washington on 7-game losing streak

Detroit is looking to end its seven-game skid with a victory over Washington

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fox, Sabonis power new-look Kings past Wizards 123-110

De’Aaron Fox scored 26 points, Domantas Sabonis added 16 points and 11 rebounds in his second game for Sacramento, and the new-look Kings beat the Washington Wizards 123-110

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Saturday Gafford (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Gafford was initially removed from the injury report for Saturday's matchup, but he'll ultimately be forced to miss a third consecutive game due to the league's health and safety protocols. Once he's able to return, it's not clear how much usage he'll see since the Wizards acquired several frontcourt options ahead of Thursday's trade deadline.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Gafford (COVID-19 protocols) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Kings.

Impact After two missed games due to protocols, Gafford will be back in the rotation Saturday. With Montrezl Harrell now in Charlotte, Gafford's workload may trend upward again. However, it's unclear how Kristaps Porzingis (knee) will be used when available.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento visits Washington on 13-game road slide

Sacramento will attempt to break its 13-game road skid when the Kings take on Washington

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kuzma leads Wizards past Irving, in-flux Nets, 113-112

Kyle Kuzma had 15 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his first career triple-double, leading the injury- and trade-depleted Washington Wizards to a 113-112 win over Kyrie Irvin...

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brooklyn visits Washington, looks to end road slide

Brooklyn will attempt to stop its six-game road slide when the Nets take on Washington

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Adebayo, Butler lead Heat to 121-100 win over Wizards

Bam Adebayo scored 21 points and Jimmy Butler had 19 as the Eastern Conference-leading Miami Heat cruised to a 121-100 win over the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands in COVID-19 protocols Gafford was placed in the NBA's health and safety protocols Sunday and has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Heat.

Impact Gafford will have to clear protocols before he's able to rejoin the team. He's started 45 of 48 contests this season and is averaging 8.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 assists per game. However, his role was expected to diminish significantly now that Thomas Bryant is getting back to full strength. In Gafford's absence, Montrezl Harrell is expected to continue serving as the primary backup while Thomas Bryant sticks in the starting lineup.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Gafford will come off the bench Saturday against the Suns, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Thomas Bryant returning, Gafford will head back to the bench. It's not a guarantee that he'll be in the rotation.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE