The Wizards traded Russell, a second-round pick and a second-round pick swap to the Grizzlies on Tuesday as part of a six-team deal, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Russell picked up his $6 million player option June 19 after not appearing in a game for the Wizards following his trade from the Mavericks at the deadline. Prior to the trade, the guard wasn't a consistent member of Dallas' rotation, averaging 10.2 points, 4.0 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 19.0 minutes per contest across 26 appearances (three starts). Russell will look to get a fresh start in Memphis, though it remains to be seen whether he'll carve out a significant role with his new team.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Picks up option
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Russell picked up his $6 million team option for the 2026-27 season, Jake Fischer of BleacherReport.com reports.
This was an expected move for Russell, as his market value is pretty low right now after a forgettable season. Following his trade from the Mavericks, Russell did not make any appearances for the Wizards and spent his time away from the team because a buyout was expected. Despite this transaction, there's no guarantee Russell will be in Washington's plans for 2026-27.
Russell (not injury related) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.
Russell's future with the Wizards remains unclear. A buyout was expected after he was acquired by the Mavericks ahead of the trade deadline. However, the March 1 deadline for players to be bought out and still be eligible to play in the postseason with a new team has passed. The Wizards could still move on from Russell at some point, but for now, it appears he'll remain away from the team indefinitely.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Won't play Monday
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Russell (not with team) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Houston.
Russell has yet to report to the Wizards after being acquired from the Mavericks in early February. Washington plays the second leg of a back-to-back set Tuesday against Orlando, but there's no indication that Russell will be available for that contest.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Still away from team
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Russell (not with team) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Russell has yet to suit up for the Wizards since being acquired from the Mavericks in early February in a three-team deal that also included the Hornets. It's unclear whether the Wizards will move on from the veteran guard, but if he's bought out, then he would certainly attract interest from playoff-contending teams looking to bolster their backcourt depth ahead of the postseason.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Out again Sunday
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Russell (not with team) is out for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Russell has yet to join the Wizards since being acquired from Dallas on Wednesday. It remains to be seen if he will carve out a role in Washington.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Won't report to Wizards
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Wizards' GM Will Darkins said Sunday he won't ask Russell to report to the team "until we try to figure out what's best for him and us in our future," Henry J. Brown of SI reports.
It sounds like Russell will not be a part of the team in D.C., and this situation could be headed towards a buyout. Russell fell out of the rotation in Dallas and became a throw-in player in the Anthony Davis deal, but there doesn't appear to be much of a market for the veteran point guard.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Listed out for Saturday
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Russell (recently traded) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Wednesday's Anthony Davis (finger) trade is still pending, which means Russell isn't ready to make his Wizards debut. His next chance to do so comes Sunday against Miami.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Won't go Thursday
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Russell (illness/recently traded) won't play Thursday against the Pistons.
Russell was traded from the Mavs to the Wizards on Wednesday, but the trade isn't yet official. He'll need to wait at least until Saturday against Brooklyn to make his Washington debut.
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Wizards' D'Angelo Russell: Traded to Wizards
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The Mavericks traded Russell (illness) to the Wizards on Wednesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. Anthony Davis (finger), Jaden Hardy and Dante Exum (knee) were also sent to the Wizards for Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley, two first-round picks and three second-round picks.
Russell fell out of Dallas' rotation and hasn't seen the floor since Jan. 10, so the writing has been on the wall. He joins a Washington squad that has two promising point guards in Tre Johnson (ankle) and Bub Carrington, while Trae Young (knee) remains without a timetable to return. From a fantasy perspective, a change of scenery can only help Russell, but it's hard to get excited about this landing spot for the veteran. He can be considered doubtful to debut Thursday against the Pistons.
Russell (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.
Russell has been downgraded to out after falling ill. His absence shouldn't have much of an impact on the Mavericks' rotation Tuesday evening.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Doubtful for Tuesday
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Russell (illness) is now doubtful for Tuesday's game versus Boston.
This news is unlikely to have a major impact in fantasy hoops, as Russell hasn't seen rotation minutes for Dallas since Jan. 10. He'll be a name to watch at the trade deadline.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Iffy for Tuesday
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Russell (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus Boston.
Despite being active, Russell hasn't seen the floor since Jan. 10, so his status is irrelevant for fantasy hoops. He'll be a name to watch at the trade deadline.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Absent from injury report
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Russell (illness) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Warriors.
After missing consecutive outings with an illness, Russell is ready to suit up for the first time since Jan. 15. That said, the veteran guard didn't appear in Dallas' three prior contests before the ailment, so Russell's availability may not have any impact on the backcourt rotation.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Ruled out for Monday
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Russell (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks.
Russell will miss his second consecutive contest due to an illness, and his next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Warriors. The veteran guard has appeared in just one game this month, so his absence shouldn't cause any significant waves in the Dallas rotation.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Late scratch with illness
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Russell (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
After not being listed on the initial injury report, Russell is a late scratch due to an illness Saturday. His next chance to play arrives Monday against the Knicks, though Russell hasn't been part of the Dallas rotation in three consecutive contests.
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Mavericks' D'Angelo Russell: Back in rotation
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Russell amassed eight points (4-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and four assists over 19 minutes during Saturday's 125-107 loss to the Bulls.
Russell moved back into the rotation, playing for the first time in the past six games after Brandon Williams was ruled out with an illness. Russell has been a non-factor this season, playing a muted role as the third-string point guard. In five appearances over the past month, he has averaged just 5.6 points and 2.6 assists in 13.7 minutes per game.
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