Wizards' AJ Dybantsa ruled out again due to ankle sprain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa will miss his fourth consecutive game on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets due to a left ankle sprain. Dybantsa suffered the injury during the preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 16, landing awkwardly on the court. Although he has participated in practice this week, he remains day-to-day, according to coach Brian Keefe. Dybantsa averaged 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.5 steals during the preseason, contributing to a young core that includes veterans Anthony Davis and Trae Young. The Wizards, currently 2-1, will conclude their three-game road trip on Wednesday in Cleveland.
- •Dybantsa is out for fourth straight game due to an ankle sprain.
- •He injured the ankle in a preseason game on October 16.
- •Coach Brian Keefe says Dybantsa is day-to-day with recovery.
- •Dybantsa averaged 12.8 points in the preseason.
- •Wizards aim to maintain momentum against Hornets and Cavaliers.
- 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa (ankle) ruled out for fourth straight game
"Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa will miss his fourth straight game on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets because of a left ankle sprain.
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