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Washington Wizards: Ian Mahinmi considered “day-to-day”

By Jen Julie Smith

MIAMI, FL - NOVEMBER 15: Ian Mahinmi #28 of the Washington Wizards boxes out Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat during the game between the two teams at the American Airlines Arena on November 15, 2017 in Miami Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL - NOVEMBER 15: Ian Mahinmi #28 of the Washington Wizards boxes out Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat during the game between the two teams at the American Airlines Arena on November 15, 2017 in Miami Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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WASHINGTON, DC –  APRIL 4: Ian Mahinmi #28 of the Washington Wizards dunks against the Charlotte Hornets on April 4, 2017 at Verizon Center in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC –  APRIL 4: Ian Mahinmi #28 of the Washington Wizards dunks against the Charlotte Hornets on April 4, 2017 at Verizon Center in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Although the Washington Wizards lost to the Clippers on Saturday, backup center Ian Mahinmi put up his best game this season with 14 points. It’s now being reported that Mahinmi, dealing with knee issues once again, is considered “day-to-day”.

Although the Washington Wizards lost to the Clippers on Saturday, backup center Ian Mahinmi put up his best game this season, with 14 points. It’s now being reported by Candace Buckner of the Washington Post, that Mahinmi, dealing with knee issues once again, is considered “day-to-day”.

Against the Clippers, when the rest of the Wizards struggled from the free throw line, Mahinmi was perfect, going 6-for-6. Head coach Scott Brooks also elected to keep Mahinmi in over Marcin Gortat to close out the game.

Last week against the Suns, Mahinmi had 10 points and 8 rebounds. He finally appeared to put together two consistent games, where he was a contributing member off the bench. Now comes this report.

The Wizards don’t seem to be able to catch a break lately. Just when John Wall is slated to return this week, Mahinmi goes down. The only bright spot is that Jason Smith, who has been collecting DNP-CDs, should see some floor action.

On December 3, Mahinmi told Ms. Buckner:

"“It’s a whole lot going on in my body,” Mahinmi said. “It’s just I’m living it, I’m going through it. It’s hard. Whatever you think it is, it’s still not the way your body reacts.”"

It’s very unfortunate that Washington has been plagued with injuries, but it’s part of the game. Hopefully, Mahinmi returns to the lineup soon, but the Wizards will have to play next man up. Most importantly Gortat, who has seen his performance dip lately—borrowing a phrase from Coach Brooks—must “come ready to play”.

The Wizards close out their road trip against the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday.

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