Justin Champagnie
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13. April 2026
Plays well in finale
Champagnie was ejected from Sunday's 130-117 loss to the Cavaliers after totaling 13 points (5-14 FG, 3-10 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and three steals in 32 minutes.
Analyse
Champagnie was a very useful role player for the Wizards in 2025-26. He ended up with a total of 69 appearances, posting averages of 8.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 three-pointers in 20.0 minutes per contest. He's under contract with the Wizards for an additional two seasons.
12. April 2026
Starting Sunday
Champagnie is in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Cavs.
Analyse
Bub Carrington, Will Riley, Jamir Watkins and Anthony Gill will round out the first group for Sunday's game. As a starter this season, Champagnie owns averages of 10.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 triples per game on 51/40/91 shooting splits.
11. April 2026
Not listed on injury report
Champagnie (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analyse
Champagnie is set to return from a one-game absence Sunday, and he should see an uptick in minutes with Bilal Coulibaly (heel) unavailable. Per 36 minutes this season, Champagnie has averaged 15.6 points, 10.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 triples, 1.5 steals and 1.2 swats per game.
10. April 2026
Downgraded to out
Champagnie (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.
Analyse
Champagnie was initially listed as questionable but won't end up seeing the floor. In his absence, more minutes should be available for Leaky Black, Anthony Gill, Jamir Watkins and others.
10. April 2026
Listed as questionable
Champagnie (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Miami.
Analyse
Champagnie is a rest candidate after playing through his questionable tag Thursday against Chicago. He played 18 minutes Thursday with 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists in the loss.
9. April 2026
Available to play
Champagnie (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Analyse
Champagnie will clear his questionable tag ahead of this contest. The Wizards will be shorthanded Thursday with Bilal Coulibaly (heel) being one of several players out, meaning Champagnie could see a sizable workload.
8. April 2026
Questionable versus Chicago
Champagnie (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Analyse
Champagnie logged 29 minutes when these clubs met Tuesday, finishing with five points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and two blocks. However, he's in danger of missing the rematch because of a right knee contusion. If Champagnie doesn't suit up, it could mean more work for Jamir Watkins, Anthony Gill (neck/back) and Will Riley.