Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Undergoes foot surgery
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Champagnie (foot) is expected to miss several months, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic.
The forward underwent surgery Wednesday to address a fractured foot, and the Wizards hope Champagnie will be ready to return at some time around the All-Star break in February. The likes of Bilal Coulibaly, Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington will all be asked to help pick up the slack for the foreseeable future.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Champagnie (foot) is out for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland.
Champagnie is sidelined by a right foot injury, which he picked up during Monday's loss in Charlotte. Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington make for intriguing streaming options in deeper fantasy leagues for Wednesday.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Won't return Monday
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Champagnie has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Charlotte due to a right foot injury, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. He'll finish with two points (1-1 FG) and two rebounds in four minutes.
Champagnie wasn't able to put much weight on his right foot on his way to the locker room, and he's since been downgraded to out. The severity of his injury is unclear at this time. Champagnie can be considered day-to-day leading up to Wednesday's game in Cleveland.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Heads to locker room
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Champagnie went to the locker room during the first quarter of Monday's game against the Hornets with an apparent ankle injury, Greg Finberg of Wizards Central reports.
Champagnie can be considered questionable to return until the team has more information to share. Khris Middleton and Will Riley could see more run if Champagnie is downgraded to out.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Double-double off bench Saturday
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Champagnie had 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 26 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 124-120 win over the Bulls.
The double-double was the first of the season for Champagnie, and the 13th of his career -- all of which have come since the start of the 2024-25 campaign. The 25-year-old forward is getting a little extra court time while first overall pick AJ Dybantsa (ankle) gets healthy, but even when the Wizards' frontcourt is at full strength, Champagnie should be a key part of the second unit.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Solid off the bench in season opener
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Champagnie supplied eight points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 128-116 victory over the Bucks.
With AJ Dybantsa (ankle) sidelined for the season-opening win, Champagnie played the most minutes of any Washington bench player. Bilal Coulibaly (11/2/1/2/4) earned the start in his absence, but Champagnie nearly notched a double-double and finished with a game-best plus-17 as a reserve. The rotation will be something to keep an eye on once Dybantsa returns, but the sixth-year pro should continue to see 15-20 minutes a night.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Contributes across board
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Champagnie recorded 12 points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 19 minutes during Thursday's 111-109 preseason victory over New York.
Champagnie delivered one of Washington's more productive all-around performances, contributing efficiently on offense while collecting four combined steals and blocks. His ability to provide defensive production and complementary scoring could help him maintain a role in the Wizards' wing rotation, although competition for minutes remains significant.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Plays well in finale
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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.
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.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Starting Sunday
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Champagnie is in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Cavs.
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.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Not listed on injury report
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Champagnie (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
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.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Downgraded to out
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Champagnie (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.
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.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Available to play
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Champagnie (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
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.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Cleared to play Tuesday
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Champagnie (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bulls.
Champagnie will return to action after sitting out Sunday's loss in Brooklyn, which was the second night of a back-to-back set. Over his past five appearances (one start), the veteran swingman has averaged 12.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 stocks in 23.6 minutes per game.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Questionable for Tuesday
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Champagnie (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bulls.
Champagnie may miss a second consecutive contest due to a right knee contusion. If he's unable to suit up, Jamir Watkins and Leaky Black could see increased burn.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Downgraded to out
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Champagnie (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Champagnie will rest during the second half of Washington's weekend back-to-back set after posting 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 152-136 loss to the Heat. With the Wizards' lengthy injury report, Jamir Watkins, Leaky Black and Julian Reese are candidates for increased roles.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Iffy for Sunday
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Champagnie (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Champagnie posted 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 152-136 loss to the Heat, but he's in danger of sitting out the second half of Washington's back-to-back set. If he's sidelined, Jamir Watkins, Leaky Black and Julian Reese would be candidates for increased roles.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Double-double off bench Saturday
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Champagnie totaled 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 152-136 loss to the Heat.
It was the fourth double-double of the season for the fifth-year forward, and his first since Jan. 24. Champagnie has scored in double digits in four straight games (one start) as he re-establishes himself as a regular part of the frontcourt rotation, averaging 14.3 points, 5.8 boards, 1.3 assists, 0.8 threes, 0.8 steals and 0.8 blocks in 23.3 minutes.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Upgraded to available
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Champagnie (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Heat.
The forward is dealing with a bruised right knee but is ready to play Saturday. Champagnie has averaged 11.7 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 23.1 minutes per tilt in his last seven games.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Posts 18 points in starting role
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Champagnie notched 18 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Monday's 120-101 loss to the Lakers.
With Bilal Coulibaly (heel) on the sidelines, Champagnie found his way back into the starting lineup. He managed one of his best totals of the season, mimicking many of his results when he's made appearances with the first unit. Champagnie's contract grants the team the option to extend him through next season, so they'll likely give him some opportunities as the season ends to determine whether or not they'll exercise or decline that clause.
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Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Starting Monday
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Champagnie will start Monday's game against the Lakers.
Champagnie will step into the starting five due to the Wizards being shorthanded in the second leg of this back-to-back set. As a starter this season (17 games), the 24-year-old forward has averaged 9.7 points and 6.1 rebounds in 21.6 minutes per contest.
