Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/08/1998 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Louisville, Kentucky, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about P.J. Washington
05/11/2026
Washington scored a season-high 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Mavericks' 112-111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on November 4, 2026. He also made a key three-pointer that gave Dallas its first lead since the first quarter. He has been playing a larger role than usual in the team's injury-depleted frontcourt early this season.
08/04/2026
Washington was ruled out of a Mavericks game against the Phoenix Suns due to left elbow soreness in April 2026. He was later listed as doubtful for further games while the injury was managed. His availability was affected for several contests during that stretch.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Paul Jamaine Washington Jr. |
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| Summary | American professional basketball forward who plays for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. He was drafted 12th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in 2019 and was traded to Dallas in February 2024. He has remained one of the Mavericks' most consistent rotation players through the 2026-27 season. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'6" |
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| Weight | 230 lbs |
| Wingspan | 7'3" |
| Position | Power Forward / Small Forward |
| Jersey Number | 25 |
Career
| Draft | 2019, 1st round, 12th overall pick by the Charlotte Hornets | ||||||||
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| Dallas Tenure | Joined the Dallas Mavericks in February 2024 | ||||||||
| Contract | Re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks on a four-year deal reported at $90 million, running through the 2029-30 season | ||||||||
| Regular Season Stats 2024-25 |
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| Head Coach (2026-27) | Dusty May |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was drafted in the first round of the 2019 NBA Draft. | |
| 2. He started 137 of his first 142 regular-season games for Dallas through the 2025-26 season. | |
| 3. He has averaged at least one steal and one blocked shot in each of his full seasons with the Mavericks. |
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