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Wizards, Pacers Struggle with Injuries; Vukcevic and Walker Shine

2/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Injury challenges facing the Washington Wizards and Indiana Pacers are affecting performance.
Tristan Vukcevic has emerged for the Wizards, scoring 12 points and contributing defensively.
Jarace Walker of the Pacers recorded a 19-point, 14-rebound double-double, signaling development.
Trae Young and Anthony Davis are sidelined for the Wizards, and Pascal Siakam is sidelined for the Pacers.
Fantasy managers should consider adding Vukcevic and Walker, but be cautious on Banchero and Sengun.

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Story summary

Injury challenges facing the Washington Wizards and Indiana Pacers are affecting performance.
Tristan Vukcevic has emerged for the Wizards, scoring 12 points and contributing defensively.
Jarace Walker of the Pacers recorded a 19-point, 14-rebound double-double, signaling development.
Trae Young and Anthony Davis are sidelined for the Wizards, and Pascal Siakam is sidelined for the Pacers.
Fantasy managers should consider adding Vukcevic and Walker, but be cautious on Banchero and Sengun.