Washington Wizards vs. Denver Nuggets - News - December 14, 2022

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Daniel Gafford - Brings defense, hits glass WednesdayGafford finished with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 26 minutes Wednesday in the Wizards' 141-128 loss to the Nuggets.

ImpactWith top center Kristaps Porzingis (back) sitting out, Gafford remained with the Wizards' second unit but still saw a season-high minutes count while Taj Gibson was capped at 18 minutes as the team's starting center. The Wizards haven't indicated that Porzingis' injury is more than a day-to-day concern, but Gafford should make for an interesting streaming option for field-goal percentage, rebounds and blocks for any additional games that Porzingis might miss.

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Michael Porter Jr. - Remains sidelined FridayPorter (heel) is out for Friday's game against the the Lakers.

ImpactPorter hasn't played since Nov. 22 while recovering from a heel injury. He has begun to practice in a limited capacity, but there is no definitive timetable for his return. Porter's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Charlotte.

DECEMBER 15, 2022•ROTOWIRE

Jamal Murray - Minimal role against WizardsMurray recorded five points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and six assists over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 141-128 win over the Wizards.

ImpactMurray posted season lows in points and field-goal attempts Wednesday. The 25-year-old guard showed he can take a backseat role in the Nuggets' offense as the team cruised to a 13-point victory. However, fantasy managers shouldn't be worried, as Murray was averaging 22.8 points per game across his previous eight appearances.

DECEMBER 15, 2022•ROTOWIRE

Will Barton - Tallies nine dimes against ex-teamBarton chipped in 22 points (7-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-7 FT), nine assists, two rebounds and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 141-128 loss to the Nuggets.

ImpactBarton spent seven-plus seasons with Denver before joining Washington in the offseason, and he averaged more than four assists only once in that span. Thus, his nine-dime performance Wednesday was pretty unexpected, though it's worth noting that he tied a season high with seven assists in his previous contest two days ago versus Brooklyn. Barton also scored 22 points in that game, and with 44 points over his past two contests, he appears to be settling in after a rough start to his tenure with the Wizards. That being said, the Wizards were without Bradley Beal (hamstring) and Kristaps Porzingis (back) on Wednesday, so Barton won't be able to maintain this level of usage when both players are healthy.

DECEMBER 15, 2022•ROTOWIRE

Monte Morris - Looks good in returnMorris (groin) closed with 20 points (7-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 141-128 loss to the Nuggets.

ImpactMorris missed Washington's previous two contests due to a groin injury but didn't look rusty at all in his return. He knocked down four of seven three-point attempts en route to a season-high point total and chipped in seven assists while avoiding any turnovers. Morris won't have many scoring games like this, so his primary benefit to fantasy managers is in the assist department. He could take a step back in both areas, however, once Bradley Beal (hamstring) rejoins the Washington backcourt.

DECEMBER 15, 2022•ROTOWIRE

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