Wizards' Malcolm Brogdon: Showing progress in recovery
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Brogdon has progressed to shooting with his right hand, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network reports.
While Brogdon still has his thumb wrapped, his ability to put up shots iis a good sign he's getting closer to a return, Hughes added. The veteran guard's timetable for recovery is still unknown, but the fact that he is showing progress after undergoing surgery a month ago is encouraging for him moving forward.
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Wizards' Malcolm Brogdon: Undergoes thumb surgery
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Brogdon underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Brogdon suffered the injury during Saturday's practice, but now there's a bit more clarity. While a timetable hasn't been officially announced, previous reports suggested he will miss at least a month of action. In his absence, guys like Bilal Coulibaly, Corey Kispert and Carlton Carrington could see more opportunity in the backcourt.
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Wizards' Malcolm Brogdon: Out at least one month
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Brogdon (hand) is expected to miss at least one month, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
During a training camp practice, Brogdon injured his right hand and underwent detailed imaging exams to determine the severity. However, Robbins relays that even before the tests took place, a source told The Athletic that Brogdon would miss at least a month. This is just another setback for the oft-injured veteran guard, who's played fewer than 60 regular-season games in five of his seven NBA seasons. Second-year wing Bilal Coulibaly started at shooting guard in Brogdon's absence during the preseason opener, but veteran Corey Kispert and rookie Carlton Carrington are also candidates for extra minutes to start the campaign.
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Wizards' Malcolm Brogdon: Ruled out Sunday
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Coach Brian Keefe said Sunday that Brogdon will not suit up for Sunday's preseason matchup versus the Raptors due to a hand injury, Varun Shankar of The Washington Post reports.
Brogdon hit his shooting hand in practice Saturday and will head back to Washington, D.C. for imaging. The Wizards will likely remain cautious with the 31-year-old, and it is unclear if he will make an appearance during the preseason. The veteran is expected to play a prominent role for the Wizards this year, stepping in as the starting point guard after Tyus Jones' departure.
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Wizards' Malcolm Brogdon: Taking on leadership role
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Brogdon could take on a leadership role with the Wizards this season, and he said Monday there have been "good signs of them trying to build the culture the right way," Double Take Sports reports.
Brogdon was acquired by the Wizards via trade during the offseason, and he said Monday that joining the team felt like a "full-circle moment." The eight-year vet out of Virginia spent last season with the Trail Blazers, and he averaged 15.7 points, 5.5 assists and 3.8 rebounds across 28.7 minutes per game in only 39 regular-season appearances. Brogdon will likely play a key role in the Washington rotation while mentoring the club's young backcourt talent -- Carlton Carrington, Jared Butler and Johnny Davis. With a few young options in the backcourt, the Wizards could look to trade Brogdon with one year remaining on his contract, but he will likely begin the season with Washington while taking on a key leadership role.
The Trail Blazers traded Brogdon, the No. 14 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and a 2029 pick to the Wizards on Wednesday in exchange for Deni Avdija, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Brogdon is a 31-year-old veteran on an expiring deal, so it wouldn't be shocking to see Washington buy him out, allowing Brogdon to join a contender. If he suits up for the Wizards, the oft-injured guard will likely compete for a starting spot, especially if Tyus Jones leaves in free agency.
Grant (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings.
Brogdon's absence streak will extend to 33 games Sunday, and that will end his regular season. In his first campaign with Portland, Brogdon made just 39 appearances, posting averages of 15.7 points, 5.5 assists, 3.8 rebounds, 0.7 steals and 2.1 three-pointers.
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Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon: Remains out
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Brogdon (elbow) won't play in Friday's game versus the Rockets.
Brogdon's absence streak will extend to 32 games Friday while dealing with right elbow tendinitis. The veteran guard's final chance to suit up this season is Sunday's matchup with Sacramento.
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Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon: Still sidelined
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Brogdon (elbow) won't play in Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Brogdon will miss his 31st consecutive contest with tendinitis in his right elbow. He'll have two more chances to see the court in 2023-24, with the first coming Friday against Houston.
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Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon: Sitting Tuesday
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Brogdon (elbow) won't play Tuesday against the Pelicans.
Brogdon hasn't seen any action since Feb. 2 due to a right elbow injury. He has only a few more chances to return this year, as the Blazers' season is set to conclude April 14 against Sacramento.
