P.J. Washington Cleared to Return from Foot Injury for Christmas Day Game

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington has been cleared to play in Thursday's Christmas Day game against the Warriors, returning from a one-game absence due to a right foot injury. His return means Naji Marshall will likely revert to a bench role. Over his last six outings, Washington has averaged 14.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.7 blocks, and 1.3 steals.