Celtics and Mavericks lean on dynamic duos to take 2-1 leads in their respective semifinal series
The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks turned to their stars to turn around their semifinal seriesMAY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
P.J. WASHINGTON JR. #25 - POWER FORWARD - DALLAS MAVERICKS
9.7 PPG •
8.1 RPG •
1.5 APG
9.7 PPG
8.1 RPG
1.5 APG
Doncic and the Mavericks host Oklahoma City with 2-1 series lead
The Dallas Mavericks host the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference second round with a 2-1 lead in the seriesMAY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores team-high 27 points Washington contributed 27 points (11-23 FG, 5-12 3Pt), six rebounds and two assists in 40 minutes during Saturday's 105-101 win over the Thunder in Game 3 of the Western Conference...
Impact Washington enjoyed another splendid shooting night beyond the arc after draining seven shots from downtown in Game 2. His 23 shot attempts matched a season high for Washington, who is averaging 13.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks in the playoffs. He's also converting 52.9 percent of his shots during the postseason.
MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic help Mavs hold off Thunder again for 2-1 lead in West semis
Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington powered the Mavericks to a Game 3 win at home against the Thunder, 105-101.MAY 12
Saturdays's NBA playoff takeaways Mavs forward P.J. Washington continued his dominant play in the series, scoring a team-high 27 points on 11-of-23 shooting with five 3s.
MAY 11 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic help Mavs hold off Thunder again for 2-1 lead in West semis
Kyrie Irving scored 22 points, including a running left-hander in the lane in the final minute to help Dallas hold on, and the Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 105-101 for...MAY 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Solid output in Game 2 victory Washington produced 29 points (11-18 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 40 minutes before fouling out of Thursday's 119-110 victory o...
Impact Kyrie Irving didn't have his best performance Thursday, but Washington stepped up in a game where the Mavericks needed someone to carry the offensive load alongside Luka Doncic. This was Washington's best game of the current playoff run, as it was his first double-double since April 7. Washington is averaging 13.0 points and 6.1 rebounds per game in the playoffs, and he's scored in double digits in all but one of his eight appearances to date.
MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Dallas, Oklahoma City square off with series tied 1-1
The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Dallas Mavericks for game three of the Western Conference second round with the series tied 1-1MAY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Doncic scores 29 points as Mavericks top Thunder 119-110 to tie series at 1-1
Luka Doncic had 29 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, and the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-110 to even their Western Conference semifinals series at...MAY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
P.J. Washington talks Game 2 Mavs Win, Postgame Interview 🎤
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Ejected in Game 3 win Washington chipped in 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals over 34 minutes before getting ejected from Friday's 101-90 win over the C...
Impact Washington was ejected following a scuffle with Russell Westbrook, much to the delight of the home fans. While losing a player is never a good thing, his energy and willingness to not back down proved a hit with the Dallas faithful. Before his premature exit, Washington managed to put together another strong performance. He will look to maintain that energy heading into Game 4 Sunday.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns
Luka Doncic scored 32 points and the Dallas Mavericks overcame the return of Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard to beat Los Angeles 96-93 and tie their Western Conference first-round...APRIL 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Posts double figures in Game 1 loss Washington racked up 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Sunday's 109-97 loss to the Clippers in Game 1 of the Wes...
Impact Washington connected on a pair of threes while ending three boards shy of a double-double and concluding Sunday's Game 1 as one of three Mavericks with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. Washington concluded the regular season by tallying 10 or more points in seven of his last 10 contests.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for Game 1 on Sunday Washington (ankle) is not in the official injury report and will be available with no limitations for Game 1 of the series against the Clippers on Sunday.
Impact Washington didn't play in the Mavericks' final game of the regular season, but he will be ready to go for the series opener Sunday. Expect him to handle his regular workload in the frontcourt in his regular starting role. Washington averaged 14.0 points and 7.2 rebounds per game over his last 10 regular-season appearances.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Washington won't play Sunday against the Thunder due to a right ankle sprain.
Impact This is a new issue for Washington, but the Mavericks are likely holding him out as a precaution. Coach Jason Kidd previously hinted that he would be holding out a lot of players, and most of the rotation is indeed getting the night off.
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Dallas faces Detroit, looks for 8th straight home win
Dallas heads into a matchup with Detroit as winners of seven consecutive home gamesAPRIL 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Held to one point Washington racked up one point (0-7 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 130-104 victory over the Hornets.
Impact This was a rare dud for Washington, and fantasy managers just need to chalk it up as a bad night. Despite this poor showing, Washington holds averages of 14.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.1 blocks over his last 10 games.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Steps up sans Doncic Washington had 32 points (12-18 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and five steals across 40 minutes during Friday's 108-106 win over the Warriors.
Impact Luka Doncic (knee) didn't play in the contest, leaving a massive hole in the team's offensive attack. Washington stepped up to help fill the void, pouring in a team-leading 32 points, his most since joining Dallas via trade in early February. Washington's scoring has been up and down as a member of the Mavs, but he may be starting to find a groove in that regard, as he's scored at least 19 points in each of his past three games.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Hits five threes vs. Hawks Washington supplied 19 points (6-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's 109-95 win over the Hawks.
Impact His five threes Thursday marked the fifth time this season Washington has reached that mark. He's scored in double digits in five of his last six games and has settled into a complementary role on offense next to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. As a starter with the Mavericks, Washington is averaging 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 32.5 minutes per game.
APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE
Goes for 20 points Tuesday Washington recorded 20 points (8-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one block and three steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 104-100 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Washington has adjusted well to the Mavericks' offensive scheme, and he has already established himself as the starting power forward. Washington has found a way to produce despite playing a secondary role in Dallas' offensive scheme, scoring in double digits in four of his last five appearances. He's averaging 11.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game since joining Dallas from Washington before the trade deadline.
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Dante Exum hits late 3-pointer, Kyrie Irving scores 30 in Mavericks' 107-103 win over Kings
Dante Exum hit the winning 3-pointer with 27.5 seconds to go, Kyrie Irving had 30 points and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Sacramento Kings 107-103 for their sixth straight winMARCH 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records double-double in win Washington registered 14 points (5-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 13 rebounds and two assists across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 132-96 win over the Kings.
Impact Washington registered his first double-double in Dallas during the lopsided victory, further cementing his full-time role at the four. The former Hornet has come close to the milestone a couple of times, but if Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively continue to post subpar stat lines, his opportunities to get sufficient rebound numbers should increase.
MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE
Luka Doncic scores 28, Mavericks rout Kings 132-96
Luka Doncic scored 26 of his 28 points in the first half and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Sacramento Kings 132-96 for their fifth straight winMARCH 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not listed on injury report Washington (ankle) isn't named on the Dallas injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of NBAAnalysis.net reports.
Impact Washington appeared to suffer a right ankle injury during Friday's game against Washington, but after being evaluated further, he'll be ready to go for Monday's clash. The 25-year-old has been held in check in the scoring column of late, averaging 7.0 points over his last seven appearances.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
