Khris Middleton (Knee) Returns, Scores 16 Points in Wizards Loss

Washington Wizards forward Khris Middleton (knee) was not listed on the injury report and returned to play in Saturday's game against the Nuggets after being rested for Friday's back-to-back due to right knee injury management. He scored 16 points in the 121-115 loss to Denver, contributing in double figures in the first half. Middleton had been aiming to break out of a recent cold spell, having averaged 8.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists in 21.4 minutes over his last five games prior to this game.