Washington Wizards big man Anthony Davis appears to be nearing his return from an injury.
One of, if not the biggest stories to come out of the Washington Wizards' 2025–26 campaign was the trade that landed WashingtonThe Wizards acquired Davis knowing that it was going to be a slow burn with him, as they traded for him with the knowledge that he was dealing with a ligament injury in his hand.
The initial sentiment was that he would not suit up for Washington this season, but as his recovery progressed, some hope began to emerge that he would make an appearance. On top of that, general manager Will Hardy stated that it was in the plans for Davis to suit up this year alongside fellow All-Star Trae Young, who they also acquired via trade. But as the season dwindles down, it is becoming less and less likely that said game will happen. However, some recent news has made it seem as if Davis might just sneak an appearance in before the season's end.In a recent statement from Wizards PR, the team stated that he has been cleared for light contact and isalthough a timeline was still not set. With Washington only having seven games remaining in its season, it still seems unlikely that he will make his return, and if he does, it will likely only be for a game or two.The Wizards have already virtually shut down Young and Kyshawn George, preserving their health and bodies for next season when the team will look to make a real push to win games. However, with Washington looking to tank for the rest of this season, having that much talent on the floor may be counterintuitive to the team’s plans. With that in mind, Washington still has not technically shut down anyone except for Cam Whitmore, leaving a window open for a potential full squad return. It still is heavily implied that this isn't in the Wizards' plans, as any loss for the rest of this season could prove to be detrimental to their standing in the tank race. Dec 1, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Cam Whitmore dunks the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images However, if Washington can solidify its place at the bottom of the NBA before the season runs out, the stars could align for a grand return. The odds of this remain unlikely, as even if Davis is fully healthy, his extensive past of injuries would make the team reluctant toHowever, a heavy minutes restriction and a flurry of losses may create the perfect storm for a return of one of the NBA’s best big men. Make sure you bookmark Washington Wizards on SI for the latest news, exclusive interviews, film breakdowns and so much more!Owen Jury is currently a writer for On SI. Jury is a student at the University of Missouri-Columbia studying journalism. Jury is still figuring out what his end goal is, but he is definitely excited about his future in journalism.
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