Overview
- Dybantsa rolled his left ankle in the second quarter of Friday’s preseason finale against New Orleans, was removed as a precaution and had recorded 12 points in 15 minutes before exiting.
- Wizards coach Brian Keefe said the rookie is considered day-to-day and described the team’s plan as taking his recovery one day at a time.
- Dybantsa participated in limited on-court shooting at practice on Monday but his availability for the Oct. 21 season opener in Milwaukee remains undecided.
- The rookie averaged about 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.5 steals across four preseason games, which is why his immediate status matters to Washington’s rotation and game plan.
- The franchise is prioritizing his long-term health given his No. 1 overall draft status and the team’s recent injury history, a stance that could mean short-term lineup changes and greater reliance on depth if he sits.