During Tuesday night’s matchup in Brooklyn, the Dallas Mavericks faced setbacks as two key players, Khris Middleton and PJ Washington, sustained injuries. Middleton was ruled out due to a right shoulder stinger after an incident with Nets center Nic Claxton, affecting the team’s lineup in the second half of the game.
Details on Khris Middleton’s Shoulder Injury
Middleton collided with Claxton in the second quarter, causing him to briefly leave the court. After a sideline evaluation, he returned to finish the first half but was subsequently sidelined before the second half started. Prior to exiting, Middleton contributed six points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal. He had been averaging 16 points and 4.8 rebounds over four games with the Mavericks.
Late-Game Ankle Injury for PJ Washington
Later in the fourth quarter, PJ Washington appeared to roll his left ankle while attempting to catch a pass from Marvin Bagley inside the paint. Washington quickly limped to the locker room after the injury occurred. He ended the game with 13 points, four rebounds, and two assists despite the injury.
Implications for the Mavericks Moving Forward
These injuries to veteran players could affect Dallas’ rotation and performance in upcoming games. Monitoring the recovery of Middleton and Washington will be crucial for the Mavericks as they continue their season. Fans and analysts will be watching closely for updates to understand the full impact on the team’s prospects.
Khris Middleton (right shoulder stinger) will not return to tonight's game against the Brooklyn Nets.
— Mavs PR (@MavsPR) February 25, 2026
