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Given how well Dybantsa played in his two appearances in Las Vegas, this was the expected conclusion for the first overall pick in last month’s draft. The 6-foot-9 forward totaled 50 points in his two appearances, most recently recording a 23/7/2/3/2 line in Sunday’s win over the Kings. Dybantsa being ruled out for the rest of summer league will allow the other young Wizards more room to show what they can provide. Fantasy-wise, Dybantsa should be one of the first rookies off the board in drafts, regardless of league format. Will Riley and Tre Johnson are also done for the summer.

The focus of this game may have been on AJ Dybantsa’s debut coming against Darryn Peterson, but Johnson stole the show at times. Utah clearly didn’t have an answer for him as a scorer, and Johnson appears ready to be a dangerous player off the bench for Washington entering his second season. His lack of contributions in other areas limit his fantasy impact, but his scoring ability is special.

The Wizards will be light on options for Sunday’s season finale, especially on the perimeter. The absence of Coulibaly and Johnson will mean more opportunities for Will Riley and Leaky Black. As for Vukčević, his continued absence does not change much in the frontcourt, with the Wizards continuing to rely on Julian Reese.

In addition to a sprained right foot, Johnson is dealing with a sore lower back. Leaky Black started Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, but he was limited to 24 minutes, so fantasy managers in active leagues should not expect too big of a boost to his playing time.

Johnson did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, the second straight game that he’s missed. Leaky Black has moved into the starting lineup, and he could remain there even if Johnson plays, as Bilal Coulibaly is also questionable for Thursday’s game.

Johnson will miss a second consecutive game after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Nets. Leaky Black moved into the starting lineup and should retain that role.

Johnson missed Sunday’s game against Brooklyn, and there is a chance he remains out against Chicago. Leaky Black got the start on Sunday and swiped five steals and would likely remain in the starting unit if Johnson is sidelined again.

Initially questionable, Johnson will not play on Sunday. The rookie’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, and Jaden Hardy is a potential replacement. However, whether he starts or comes off the bench, Hardy is worth a look, especially in points leagues.

Johnson was also questionable ahead of Saturday’s loss to the Heat, a game in which he played 25 minutes. If the rookie can’t go on Sunday, Leaky Black may be in line for more playing time after logging four minutes in Miami.

Coulibaly and Johnson are good to go after being considered questionable for Saturday’s game. Both are starters, but the playing time may be a concern. In Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers, Coulibaly played 19 minutes and Johnson played 24. Fantasy managers will hope that both play more in the Wizards’ penultimate game of Week 23.