Anthony Davis is day-to-day with a left finger injury, according to the Wizards' Sunday injury report. His announced Oct. 1 target return date puts him on track to be ready for Washington's Oct. 8 season opener at the Knicks.
What happened
Anthony Davis appeared on the Wizards' injury report as day-to-day with a finger injury to his left arm, per the team's report issued Sunday, Sept. 6 at 4:32 a.m. ET. He had no previous designation on the report before this listing. The report also noted the Wizards used the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on AJ Dybantsa, adding another high-usage scorer to the roster. Davis's expected return is listed as Oct. 1, more than a week before Washington's season opener.
What it means for the Wizards
Washington opens the season Thu., Oct. 8 at the Knicks, and Davis's announced Oct. 1 target return puts him on track to be available for that game. Last season he averaged 20.4 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 31.3 minutes over 20 games. If he needs more time, the Wizards have a group that has carried heavy minutes without him: CJ McCollum (30.9 min, 18.8 pts), Julian Reese (30.9 min, 11.8 pts), Kyshawn George (29.0 min, 14.8 pts) and Alex Sarr (27.2 min, 16.3 pts). Washington is 0-0, with the 2026-27 season not yet started, so there is no record with or without him to cite.
What to watch
The Wizards will update Davis's status on their next injury report as his Oct. 1 target return approaches. Washington opens the season Oct. 8 at the Knicks. Also on the current report: Trae Young is day-to-day with a right quadriceps injury, Alex Sarr is day-to-day with a right foot injury, and Jamir Watkins is out with a left knee injury.
Is Anthony Davis playing at the Knicks on Oct. 8?
He is day-to-day with a left finger injury, but his announced Oct. 1 target return would put him ahead of Washington's Oct. 8 season opener at the Knicks.
When will Anthony Davis be back?
The Wizards' injury report lists his expected return as Oct. 1, 2026.