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DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
1 day ago
Middleton suffered a stinger in his right shoulder after colliding with Brooklyn’s Nic Claxton during the second quarter of Tuesday’s game. While he remained on the floor in the immediate aftermath of the injury, the Mavericks announced before the third quarter that Middleton would not return. Caleb Martin entered the lineup as his replacement.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 days ago
Playing against the team that was his biggest rival while with the Bucks, Middleton enjoyed his best performance of the season on Sunday. The veteran guard’s 25 points were a season-high and his first with at least 20 since dropping 23 in his first game of the season on October 22. Also of note was Middleton playing 30 minutes for a second straight game; the minutes restriction that limited his value in Washington does not appear to be an issue in Dallas. The only concern for Middleton in Week 18 is that Dallas’ four-game week includes a back-to-back, so he may be limited to three appearances.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
5 days ago
Middleton was inserted into the starting lineup after coming off the bench in his first two games as a Maverick, replacing the injured Cooper Flagg (foot). More notable than the veteran forward starting may be his playing time: Middleton logged 30 minutes. He met or exceeded that number three times with the Wizards, the most recent occurring on November 25. With Flagg facing an extended absence, Middleton may be worth a look in deep leagues.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
16 days ago
Absent from the injury report, Middleton is on track to make his Mavericks debut on Tuesday. With Dallas being best served to strengthen its draft lottery odds, the veteran forward may not log heavy minutes anytime soon. As was the case in Washington, Middleton does not qualify as a must-roster player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
18 days ago
While Tyus Jones, AJ Johnson and Marvin Bagley III are available to make their Mavericks’ debuts on Saturday, Middleton is out. Nothing has been reported regarding a potential buyout, but it may be worth keeping an eye out for. Middleton’s timeline doesn’t align with the Mavericks’, especially with the franchise pivoting to a rebuild.
Source: Christian Clark
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
22 days ago
Middleton has had a solid season in Washington, and he will now get a fresh start in Dallas. Just like with the Wizards, Middleton’s availability for the rest of the season will be spotty, though he should be relatively effective when available. He’ll be part of the wing rotation, which means he’ll take away minutes from Caleb Martin, Max Christie and Klay Thompson. It’s unclear if he’ll start or come off the bench, but the minutes should be similar regardless.
Source: Shams Charania
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
27 days ago
Friday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Wizards, who beat the Bucks on Thursday. So, it’s unsurprising that Middleton won’t be available. Will Riley was the replacement for the most recent game that the veteran forward missed, and that may also be the case on Friday. Riley isn’t a must-stream, but he is worth watching ahead of the post-trade deadline portion of the schedule.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
29 days ago
Middleton missed Saturday’s game against Charlotte, which allowed Will Riley to start in his place and log 23 minutes. Middleton will be back, which will push Riley back to the bench, eliminating the streaming value he held.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton sat out Saturday’s loss to the Hornets with a sore left foot, with rookie Will Riley playing 23 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. While Riley should have value during the silly season, Justin Champagnie is the preferred streamer if Middleton remains out. Despite coming off the bench, Champagnie logged 32 minutes on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton was listed as questionable initially, but has since been ruled out with left foot soreness. In his absence, Justin Champagnie could slide into the starting lineup with Will Riley picking up rotation minutes off the bench.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton had previously been dealing with a knee injury, but now it is a foot issue that is giving him trouble. If he isn’t available against Charlotte, Justin Champagnie would likely slide into the starting lineup, with Will Riley taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton had been questionable with an illness, but he seems healthy enough to suit up. It remains to be seen how many minutes ge does play, but he could push Bub Carrington to the bench if the Wizards wanted to play a bigger lineup.
Source: NBA.com
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton had been questionable with an illness, but he seems healthy enough to suit up. It remains to be seen how many minutes ge does play, but he could push Bub Carrington to the bench if the Wizards wanted to play a bigger lineup.
Source: NBA.com
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton is one of three Wizards players listed as questionable for Thursday’s game due to illness. However, he’s the only one who’s a lock to start if available. Who would replace Middleton in the lineup may depend on Bilal Coulibaly, who’s questionable with a lower back strain. If Coulibaly can play after a three-game absence, the Wizards could go small and keep Bub Carrington in the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton was back in the Wizards’ lineup after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Kings, pushing Justin Champagnie (13/9/1/3 in 26 minutes) to the bench. Middleton was productive in his 27 minutes, but the few who have him rostered should be hoping to see him traded before the February 5 deadline. Already not playing both games of back-to-backs, availability could become an even bigger issue for Middleton managers if he isn’t traded.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton sat the first leg of this back-to-back, but he will be back to take on Denver. His return should push Bub Carrington back to the bench after he nearly recorded a double-double as a starter in Friday’s loss.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
On the heels of one of his most productive games of the season, Middleton won’t take the floor for Friday’s contest. The veteran guard has played a less significant role in his first full season as a Wizard, and his absence shouldn’t make too much of a difference from a fantasy basketball standpoint. He’s averaging 9.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton logged one of his more productive games of the season on Wednesday, utilizing the three-point shot to pave the way for his success on offense. The veteran forward also led all Wizards starters in assists in his 27 minutes of game action. Middleton is having one of the least productive seasons of his career as he plays the veteran role for a Wizards team trying to develop young talent. He’s not someone fantasy managers should consider rostering at this time.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 2 months ago
Middleton (knee) is back in the starting lineup after missing Monday’s contest against Phoenix, which sends Jamir Watkins back to the Washington bench. The Wizards had won two straight games before the recent loss to the Suns. With the return of their veteran forward, they’ll look to get back on track against a Bucks team that seems to be finding its groove.
Source: Greg Finberg
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 2 months ago
Middleton did not play in Monday’s loss to the Suns, as it was Washington’s second game in as many nights. Jamir Watkins filled the resulting void in the starting lineup, and he’ll head back to the bench with Middleton available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Middleton is good to go after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Spurs, which was Washington’s second game in as many nights. Justin Champagnie will return to the bench, lowering his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Middleton took the court on Saturday, but he’ll sit out for the second leg of Washington’s back-to-back set. With Coulibaly and Whitmore also sidelined, the Wizards will be shorthanded at forward, which may mean an expanded role for Justin Champagnie. Alex Sarr has been ruled out, and Marvin Bagley III is questionable, so Tre Johnson and Will Riley could be called on more off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Middleton will be back after missing the last four games. Bilal Coulibaly (ankle) has been ruled out, so Middleton will likely just fill his spot in the starting lineup, which also means Bub Carrington should remain in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Middleton has missed Washington’s last four games but could make his return to the lineup. Justin Champagnie has been starting in place of Middleton, but if Middleton returns, Champagnie will be pushed back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Thursday’s game will be the fourth that Middleton has missed due to a sore right knee. Justin Champagnie has moved into the starting lineup, but that has not led to a significant increase in playing time. With Bilal Coulibaly available, there isn’t much to gain from streaming Champagnie, even if he remains in the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
2 months ago
Sunday’s game will be the third straight that Middleton has missed, as he continues to deal with a sore right knee. Justin Champagnie has been his replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role. However, he played only 18 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers, while rookies Jamir Watkins and Will Riley logged 29 and 24 minutes, respectively, off the bench. With Tre Johnson returning to action on Friday, there may not be enough minutes for Champagnie to affect fantasy basketball, even if he remains in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
Middleton will miss a second consecutive game with a sore right knee. Justin Champagnie replaced him in the lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, playing 32 minutes. He should retain that role, although Tre Johnson could take away a few minutes since he has been removed from the injury report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
Middleton was initially questionable for Saturday’s game. His absence frees up a place in the starting lineup, with Justin Champagnie being the most likely option to fill the void. Champagnie is worthy of consideration in deep leagues but is not a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
The 14th-year pro has started all 16 games he’s appeared in so far in his first full season with the Wizards. He’s averaging 10.4 points per game, which is the fewest since his rookie season. Should he be unable to go, Bub Carrington and Justin Champagnie could see more opportunities.
Source: Josh Robbins
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
Due to the nature of Thursday’s game, with the Wizards losing 146-101, Middleton only played 25 minutes. In a more competitive game, he likely plays more, especially with Bilal Coulibaly and Tre Johnson sidelined due to injury. Rostered in 14 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the veteran forward has been a 12th-round player over the last two weeks. That doesn’t move the needle much in fantasy basketball, especially for a player who isn’t playing both ends of back-to-backs.