Duane Washington Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Cut by Charlotte The Hornets waived Washington on Wednesday.

Impact Charlotte will cut Washington just one week after acquiring him as part of the three-team deal that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks and Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to the Timberwolves. The Hornets mostly took on Washington for salary-matching purposes, as the guard agreed to re-sign with the Knicks on a three-year, $6.97 million contract before he was moved to Charlotte, who also received DaQuan Jeffries, Charlie Brown, three future second-round picks and $7.2 million while giving up only the rights to 2023 second-round pick James Nnaji in the deal. Before he was part of the sign-and-trade deal, Washington was a free agent who had signed a contract with Serbian club Partizan Belgrade. Washington could head overseas now that he's officially a free agent once again.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Shipped to Charlotte The Knicks traded Washington, DaQuan Jeffries, Charlie Brown and three second-round picks to the Hornets in exchange for James Nnaji in order to compete a three-team deal that sent...

Impact Washington hasn't made an NBA appearance since the 2022-23 season for Phoenix. He will now be given an opportunity to make the Hornets' regular-season roster.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins Knicks The Knicks announced Wednesday that they have signed Washington (thumb) to a two-way contract.

Impact Washington was waived by the Knicks in November after suffering a right thumb injury that was expected to keep him out 6-8 weeks. However, with his thumb presumably being healed, Washington will rejoin New York on a two-way deal. The 23-year-old guard was averaging 27.3 points, 6.3 assists and 4.3 rebounds for the Westchester Knicks of the G League before being let go.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Knicks Washington was waived by the Knicks on Monday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Washington is currently dealing with a thumb injury and his timetable is unclear. The Knicks will replace Washington by signing Jaylen Martin to a two-way contract.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thumb injury emerges Washington will be re-evaluated in 6-8 weeks following an injury to his right thumb, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Washington has been playing for the Knicks' G League affiliate while on a two-way contract with New York, but he's been sidelined for the past four games due to an illness. The setting and severity of Washington's thumb injury has not been publicized, but the 23-year-old is now slated to be out until mid-January, at minimum. He has yet to appear with the Knicks this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Knicks on two-way pact Washington agreed to a two-way contract with the Knicks on Sunday, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Washington has shown some flashes as a scorer across parts of two seasons with Indiana and Phoenix, but his contributions in other areas have been limited. The 23-year-old joins Charlie Brown and Jacob Toppin as New York's three two-way players for the upcoming season. Washington is likely to see the majority of his playing time with the G League's Westchester Knicks in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by New York The Knicks waived Washington on Saturday.

Impact Washington put pen to paper on an Exhibit 10 deal prior to training camp, but he was unable to secure a roster spot. He appeared in 31 games a season ago with Phoenix, averaging 7.9 points, 1.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 12.7 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting regular-season finale Washington (hip) will not play in Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Pacers.

Impact Washington hasn't played in a game since Jan. 26, and it's unclear exactly when he will be cleared to don the uniform. Even if that occurs in the playoffs, Washington doesn't figure to be a major rotation factor.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Washington (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Washington continues to battle right hip soreness. However, even if he was healthy, he likely wouldn't be included in the Knicks' regular rotation.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Friday Washington (hip) is out for Friday's game versus the Cavaliers.

Impact Washington's absence is unlikely to affect the Knicks' rotation. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Washington (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Washington is not a part of the Knicks' rotation, so his absence from the active roster will not influence fantasy hoops. His next opportunity to play will come Wednesday versus Miami.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joining New York The Knicks plan to sign Washington to a two-way contract Tuesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact After being cut by Phoenix on Feb. 1, Washington remained a free agent for most of the month before catching on with the Knicks. The second-year guard has occasionally showcased some scoring chops on the rare occasions he's been given extended minutes in the NBA, but efficiency has been a major issue, as he's converted on just 39.1 percent of his attempts from the field and 72.9 percent of his attempts from the free-throw line over 79 career appearances. New York likely won't have a spot available in the rotation for Washington, who is expected to see most of his action with the G League's Westchester Knicks for the rest of the season.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Washington isn't starting Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Landry Shamet will return to the starting lineup following a three-game absence due to a hip injury, sending Washington back to his usual reserve role. However, the Ohio State product figures to still see a sizable role against Memphis, as Chris Paul (hip), Cameron Johnson (knee), Cameron Payne (foot) and Devin Booker (groin) all remain out.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in spot start Washington totaled 21 points (6-17 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, five assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 125-113 win over Golden State.

Impact Washington got the start in a tough matchup and with the Suns extremely shorthanded in backcourt depth, as Chris Paul (hip), Devin Booker (groin), Cameron Payne (foot) and Landry Shamet (hip) were all out. However, the former Buckeye standout got the job done and finished as one of Phoenix's most productive players in the win, as Phoenix spoiled Stephen Curry's return to action. Given the injury woes on the Suns' backcourt, it wouldn't be surprising if Washington gets another start when Phoenix takes on Denver in the second half of a back-to-back Wednesday.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges leads undermanned Suns past Curry, Warriors 125-113

Mikal Bridges had 26 points, nine rebounds and five assists and the undermanned Suns dominated in Stephen Curry’s return from injury as Phoenix beat the Golden State Warriors for a...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set to start Tuesday Washington is in the staring lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Washington will enter the starting five with Chris Paul (hip), Devin Booker (groin), Cameron Payne (foot) and Landry Shamet (hip) out. The second-year guard will start for the first time this season.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix Suns' Duane Washington Jr. looks to limit mistakes, keep contributing The Phoenix Suns' two-way contract guard Washington Jr. had a game-high 25 points, four turnovers in the home loss to the Cleveland Cavalier...

JANUARY 9, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Goes for game-high 25 points Washington finished Sunday's 112-98 loss to the Cavaliers with 25 points (9-18 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one rebound and three assists in 25 minutes.

Impact Washington had the hot hand in the first half, racking up 14 points in the first half on 5-of-9 shooting from the field, including 2-of-2 from three-point range. He carried that momentum into the third quarter, knocking down three of five field goal attempts for another eight points before finishing with a game-high 25 points on the night. The guard connected on five threes in the contest, which matched a season high, while also breaking the 20-point mark for the third time.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steps in for Paul Washington finished with 13 points (5-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Friday's 104-96 loss to the Heat.

Impact Chris Paul (hip) left the court in the first half and didn't return after the injury, and Washington did an admirable job in relief, collecting seven assists to pick up the slack. The loss of Paul is another tough blow for the Suns, who continue to play without Devin Booker (groin). If Paul's hip forces him to miss more time, Washington would be a solid streaming option over the weekend against the Cavaliers.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in double-digit game Washington closed with 10 points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 12 minutes during Monday's 102-83 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Washington posted a bench-high-tying scoring total in Sunday's defeat, his sixth straight double digit outing. Washington has averaged 14.2 points, 3.6 assists and 2.8 rebounds over his last five games.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duane Washington Jr. has a career night in the Phoenix Suns win over the Memphis Grizzlies. #shorts

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Rises to occasion with 26 points Washington supplied 26 points (10-21 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 125-108 victory over the Grizzlies.

Impact The two-way player has been buried on the depth chart for much of the campaign, but with Devin Booker (groin), Landry Shamet (Achilles) and Cameron Payne (foot) all out Tuesday, Washington was given a chance to shine. He logged a season-high 24 minutes and produced a career-best 26 points to lead all Phoenix scorers. Washington also led the Suns with eight assists while going 5-for-9 from three-point range. He's not going to be extended this amount of run once Phoenix's backcourt returns to health, but Washington has scored in double digits while knocking down multiple triples in three straight contests, giving him some appeal as a streamer in daily fantasy formats and as a short-term pickup in season-long leagues.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Duane Washington Jr. has a career night to lift the Phoenix Suns over the Memphis Grizzlies.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Washington scores 26 as banged-up Suns beat Grizzlies

Duane Washington Jr. scored a career-high 26 points, and the Phoenix Suns beat the Memphis Grizzlies 125-108

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up 10 points off bench Washington (hip) provided 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three assists and two rebounds in 12 minutes Tuesday in the Suns' 113-110 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Washington suited up for the first time since Dec. 4, ending a streak of eight consecutive absences due to a hip strain. With five other Phoenix players sitting out due to injury, Washington was able to capture a spot in the rotation, but he may find himself as one of the odd man out once the likes of Devin Booker (groin), Cameron Payne (foot) and Josh Okogie (hip) are all back in action.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Bridges leads undermanned Suns past Curry, Warriors 125-113

Washington scores 26 as banged-up Suns beat Grizzlies