The Dallas Mavericks witnessed a huge lineup blow Saturday before facing the Los Angeles Clippers. PJ Washington previously dealt with a shoulder injury two weeks ago for Dallas . But a new ailment emerged pregame.

ClutchPoints NBA reporter Joey Mistretta revealed the newest Washington setback before tipoff.

“PJ Washington was a late scratch with a right ankle injury and is questionable to play against the Clippers tonight, the Mavericks announce,” Mistretta posted on the social media website X, formerly Twitter.

Washington got scratched for the rest of the night . Meanwhile, Klay Thompson upgraded to available after appearing to be out. But Anthony Davis got sidelined too before facing the Clippers .

PJ Washington entering new role with Mavericks?

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