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April 4, 2026
No longer on report
Washington (illness) is not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis
Washington is set to return after a three-game absence due to an illness, and he figures to have a prominent role right away for Dallas. The big man is averaging 14.2 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals per game in 16 appearances since the All-Star break.
April 3, 2026
Ruled out Friday
Washington (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Magic, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.
Analysis
Washington will miss a third consecutive contest due to an illness, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Lakers. With the 27-year-old forward sidelined, Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson are candidates for increased playing time.
April 2, 2026
Tagged doubtful for Friday
Washington (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Magic.
Analysis
Washington looks to be headed for his third straight absence while under the weather. Assuming he's downgraded to out before tipoff, Khris Middleton should be prepared to shoulder 20-plus minutes again Friday.
March 31, 2026
Out again Tuesday
Washington (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis
Washington will miss his second game in a row for the Mavericks. His next chance to play comes Friday against Orlando. Khris Middleton and Tyler Smith could see more opportunities with this news.
March 30, 2026
Ruled out Monday
Washington (illness) won't play Monday against Minnesota, Noah Weber of TheSmokingCuban.com reports.
Analysis
Washington will miss Monday's game due to illness. Naji Marshall (illness) is also out, so look for Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton to see an increase in opportunities in the frontcourt.
March 30, 2026
Questionable with illness
Washington (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against Minnesota, per Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com.
Analysis
Washington is in danger of sitting out the first leg of this back-to-back set. Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson would be in line for an uptick in playing time if Washington is unable to play Monday.
