Hardy posted 11 points (3-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes during Wednesday's 138-113 loss to the Cavaliers.
Hardy, who made his Washington debut after being acquired from Dallas at the trade deadline, put together a strong showing in limited playing time off the bench. Player development is going to be a big focus for the Wizards after the All-Star break, so additional opportunities may arise for the 23-year-old guard.
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Wizards' Jaden Hardy: Officially available
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Hardy (rest) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Hardy is available for the first time since being traded from Dallas to Washington, though it's unclear how large a role, if any, he'll play for his new team. Keep an eye out for an update on Kyshawn George (ankle) and Bilal Coulibaly (heel) closer to tipoff, as both are listed as questionable. If one, or both, are sidelined, Hardy could be tasked with a sizable role.
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Wizards' Jaden Hardy: Resting Sunday
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Hardy (rest) will not play Sunday against Miami.
Hardy, who was traded from Dallas to Washington on Wednesday, has yet to be cleared to make his Wizards debut. It remains to be seen what type of role he will play with his new squad.
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Wizards' Jaden Hardy: Listed out for Saturday
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Hardy (recently traded) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Wednesday's trade centered around Anthony Davis (finger) still isn't official, so Hardy is unable to make his Wizards debut. His next opportunity to do so arrives Sunday against the Heat.
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Wizards' Jaden Hardy: Won't play Thursday
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Hardy (trade pending) won't play Thursday in Detroit.
The trade sending Hardy to Washington has not yet been finalized, so Hardy won't be available for Thursday's game. He'll likely make his Wizards debut Saturday in Brooklyn.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Coming off bench Saturday
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Hardy is not in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Jazz on Saturday, per Christian Clark of The Athletic.
Hardy has started in each of the Mavericks' last three games and averaged 13.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 3.0 threes over 25.0 minutes per game over that span. He'll retreat to the bench for Saturday's contest while Max Christie enters the Mavericks' starting five.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Drawing start Monday
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Hardy is starting Monday's game against the Nets, Christian Clark of The Athletic reports.
Hardy will draw just his second start of the season as the Mavericks have elected to shake up the first unit Monday. His last start dates back to Dec. 23 against Denver, when he finished with 10 points, two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 28 minutes.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Starting for first time in 2025-26
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Hardy is in the Mavericks' starting lineup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
Hardy has been a healthy DNP in four of the Mavericks' last nine games, but the 2022 second-rounder will enter the starting lineup Tuesday for the first time this season due to the absence of P.J. Washington (foot). Hardy is averaging 5.7 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.1 threes over 10.5 minutes per game this season.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Sees 11 minutes in loss
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Hardy notched four points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes during Monday's 119-113 loss to New Orleans.
It's worth mentioning that Brandon Williams sprained his right ankle Monday, making his status worth monitoring. If Williams can't give it a go, it's possible Hardy gets a longer look. Hardy has averaged just 8.3 minutes across his last seven appearances.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Paces Dallas in blowout loss
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Hardy supplied 17 points (4-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and three rebounds across 14 minutes during Monday's 120-96 loss to the Timberwolves.
Hardy paced the Mavericks with a season-high 17 points, though it had little impact in an eventual blowout loss. The young guard's minutes have fluctuated throughout the year, as he's averaged 5.9 points in 10.9 minutes across 12 appearances. One factor that could help him secure a steadier role is his strong three-point shooting, as he's knocking down 45.5 percent of his attempts this season after hitting four from deep Monday.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Scoreless in loss
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Hardy finished with zero points (0-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one rebound over 10 minutes during Wednesday's 101-99 loss to New Orleans.
Hardy has not been a consistent figure in the Mavericks' rotation and barely sees the court as the third-string point guard behind D'Angelo Russell and Brandon Williams. Hardy has gone scoreless in two straight contests and will likely see very limited action moving forward.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Plays well off bench
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Hardy recorded 13 points (5-15 FG, 3-9 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and three turnovers in 18 minutes of Monday's 114-101 preseason win over the Jazz.
D'Angelo Russell was rested Monday, so the Mavericks opted to start Cooper Flagg at point guard. Hardy made the most of his limited run off the bench, but Ryan Nembhard, who is also vying for rotation minutes, played 26 minutes and had six points, 12 assists and five rebounds.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Questionable to face Toronto
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Hardy (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Hardy is in danger of missing his third straight outing due to a sprained right ankle. If the 22-year-old guard is unable to suit up, Max Christie and Brandon Williams are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Unlikely to play Saturday
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Hardy is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Clippers due to a sprained right ankle.
Hardy sustained the injury late in the fourth quarter of Friday's 114-91 loss to the Clippers and looks on track to miss the second leg of a back-to-back set. His expected absence could free up some more playing time for Max Christie and Caleb Martin (hip) on the second unit.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Leaves Friday's game with injury
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Hardy suffered an apparent leg injury late in the fourth quarter of Friday's 114-91 loss to the Clippers and didn't return, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Hardy turned in a productive outing off the bench prior to his departure, finishing with 16 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals in 29 minutes. Though the Mavericks didn't provide any details about his injury after the game, Hardy required assistance off the court from the training staff when he checked out of the contest with 2:13 remaining. Dallas faces a quick turnaround with a rematch with the Clippers on Saturday, and Hardy could face an uphill battle to gain clearance for that contest.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Exits late in fourth quarter
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Hardy departed Friday's game against the Clippers in the latter stages of the fourth quarter due to an apparent leg injury, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Hardy had to be helped off the floor, and further tests will be needed to determine the severity of the injury. Hardy finished the game with 16 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 29 minutes off the bench. He should be considered questionable for the second leg of the back-to-back set against the Clippers on Saturday. That said, his chances of playing should be very slim -- at best -- considering he had to be helped off the floor by his teammates and the medical staff.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Solid display off bench
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Hardy finished Thursday's 101-92 win over the Magic with 22 points (7-12 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT) and three rebounds over 20 minutes.
Hardy was one of several Dallas players who posted a solid line coming off the bench, and this 22-point output was his second-best output since the All-Star break. He's been on a solid run of play recently, scoring 15 or more points in three of his last five outings and averaging 13.0 points per game while shooting 52.2 percent from the floor in that span.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Recalled to NBA
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Dallas recalled Hardy from the G League's Texas Legends on Monday.
Along with Anthony Davis (thigh), Hardy spent the afternoon with the Legends, getting in some 5-on-5 work as the next stage in his rehab. For now, Hardy can be considered questionable to return for Wednesday's game against Indiana.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Heads to G League
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The Mavericks assigned Hardy to the G League's Texas Legends on Monday.
Anthony Davis (thigh) was also assigned and will be going through a 5-on-5 scrimmage, so it's safe to assume Hardy will do the same. Hardy has missed seven straight games due to a sprained right ankle but doesn't have a return timetable, with NBA reporter Chris Haynes simply relaying that Hardy was expected to miss "a period of time" after suffering the injury.
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Mavericks' Jaden Hardy: Out again Friday
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Hardy (ankle) will not play Friday against the Rockets.
Hardy has not returned for the Mavericks ever since he sustained an ankle injury March 3, meaning he will now miss his sixth consecutive game. A timetable for Hardy's return has not been established, and until more news comes out regarding his injury, it's unlikely he'll be able to return to the court. Max Christie, Spencer Dinwiddie and Brandon Williams (hamstring) are all poised for bigger roles until Hardy returns.
