Middleton ended Tuesday's 126-109 loss to the Hornets with 16 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 22 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton scored 11 of his 16 points in the second half and was one of six Wizards players to score in double digits. The veteran shooting guard has had his playing time monitored this season while working through a right knee injury, but he should be available for the Wizards' next game, given that it takes place Friday against the Raptors. Middleton is averaging 10.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.9 threes and 0.8 steals over 25.4 minutes per game to open the regular season.

Middleton (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton sat out Sunday's loss to the Spurs due to right knee injury management but will return to action Tuesday. Over his last five outings, the veteran forward has averaged 11.8 points, 6.0 assists and 4.6 rebounds across 27.0 minutes per contest.

Middleton won't play in Sunday's game against the Spurs due to right knee injury management.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton will take a seat for the closing half of a back-to-back set Sunday. The veteran forward has been battling a right knee injury recently, which cost him four games before he returned to play in Saturday's win over the Grizzlies. Middleton's next chance to play will come Tuesday at Charlotte. Expect Justin Champagnie and Will Riley to see some additional run Sunday.

Middleton finished with six points (1-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals across 22 minutes during Saturday's 130-122 win over the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Although Middleton was cleared to play after a four-game absence, his minutes were limited, and he failed to find his shooting stroke in his first game back. He converted only one of his nine shot attempts but was able to partly salvage his total with adequate secondary numbers. It may take a couple of games for Middleton to right the ship, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him sit during the back-to-back Sunday against the Spurs.

Middleton (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton has been cleared to return from a four-game absence due to a right knee contusion. He could be inserted back into the starting lineup for Saturday's game since Bilal Coulibaly (ankle) has been ruled out. Middleton is averaging 10.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 0.9 threes over 25.8 minutes per game this season.

Middleton (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game in Memphis.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton has missed the past four games for the Wizards, and with Saturday's game coming as the first of an away-home, back-to-back set, Middleton feels a little closer to doubtful. If he's ruled out again, Justin Champagnie and Will Riley will likely continue to pick up the slack.

Middleton (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in San Antonio.

EDGE Analysis

Thursday will mark Middleton's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Saturday's game in Memphis. Expect Justin Champagnie to continue to start in Middleton's absence.

Middleton (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton will miss his third straight game due to a right knee contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Spurs. With the veteran forward sidelined, Justin Champagnie and Jamir Watkins will likely continue to see increased playing time.

Middleton (knee) will not play Friday against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton will be sidelined for a second straight game Friday. His next chance to play comes Sunday against the Pacers. In the meantime, Justin Champagnie and Will Riley will likely pick up some extra minutes.

Middleton (knee) will not play Saturday against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton was unable to clear his questionable tag, but the veteran forward can be treated as day-to-day going forward. With Middleton on the shelf, Justin Champagnie, Will Riley and Cam Whitmore are candidates to see increased run on the wings.