The Golden State Warriors play the Washington Wizards on March 16, 2026, at Capital One Arena. Both teams come into the game on long losing streaks. Golden State has lost five straight, while Washington has dropped 11 in a row.Injuries have affected both rosters. Several starters are either out or uncertain to play, which means both teams may have to rely on bench players and younger options. The absences could shape how the game unfolds.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards injury report (March 16, 2026)
Golden State Warriors injury report before facing the Wizards
Golden State will be without Stephen Curry, who is dealing with a right knee injury. He is expected to remain out until at least March 23. Jimmy Butler is also unavailable after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee. He will miss the rest of the season.A few Warriors players are listed as game-time decisions. Draymond Green is managing lower back soreness. Kristaps Porzingis is dealing with an illness. De’Anthony Melton is listed with a knee issue.Al Horford will also miss the game because of a calf injury and is expected to return around March 23. Seth Curry is out with a thigh injury and is also projected to return around the same time.
Washington Wizards injury report entering the matchup
Washington has several players unavailable as well. Alex Sarr is out with a hamstring injury and is expected to return on March 17. Anthony Davis is recovering from a finger injury and is not expected back until April 1.Kyshawn George will miss time with an elbow injury and is projected to return around March 27. D’Angelo Russell is out for non-injury reasons until April 1. Leaky Black is dealing with an ankle injury and is expected back on March 17.Cam Whitmore will miss the remainder of the season because of a shoulder injury.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Active rosters
With several players out, Golden State will rely on its available rotation. Brandin Podziemski leads the active group with 13.0 points per game. Jonathan Kuminga, Buddy Hield, Moses Moody, Trayce Jackson-Davis and Gui Santos are also part of the current rotation.For Washington, CJ McCollum leads the team with 18.8 points per game. Tristan Vukcevic, Will Riley and Bilal Carrington are expected to take on larger roles because of the injuries. Sarr normally contributes 16.9 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, but his absence leaves a gap in the frontcourt.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Head-to-head record
Golden State has had the better results in recent meetings. The Warriors have won the last four matchups between the teams over the past three seasons.This game will be their first meeting of the current season. Recent games between them have gone over the expected scoring totals.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Team stats comparison
| Category | Golden State Warriors (32-35) | Washington Wizards (16-50) |
| PPG | 115.1 | 112.7 |
| Opp PPG | 114.4 | 123.7 |
| Rebounds/G | 42.9 | 42.9 |
| Assists/G | 29.1 | 25.1 |
| Steals/G | 9.8 | 7.8 |
| Blocks/G | 4.4 | 5.9 |
Both teams are shooting 46 percent from the field this season. Golden State averages 115.1 points per game, while Washington averages 112.7. The Wizards allow 123.7 points per game, compared to 114.4 allowed by the Warriors.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Key players to watch
Podziemski leads the Warriors’ available scorers with 13.0 points per game on 45 percent shooting. If Draymond Green plays, he leads the team in rebounds and assists with 5.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game. Buddy Hield and Moses Moody provide outside shooting, while Jonathan Kuminga may take on more scoring responsibility with Butler unavailable.Washington will look to McCollum to lead the offense. He averages 18.8 points per game and shoots 39.3 percent from three-point range. With Sarr out, Tristan Vukcevic and Bilal Carrington could see larger roles. Vukcevic recently scored 22 points against the Boston Celtics, while Carrington averages 4.6 assists per game.
Golden State Warriors vs Washington Wizards Recent results
Golden State Warriors have lost its last five games. The Warriors fell to the New York Knicks 110-107, Minnesota Timberwolves 127-117, Chicago Bulls in overtime 130-124, Utah Jazz 119-116 and Oklahoma City Thunder 104-97.Also read: Is Stephen Curry playing tonight vs the Washington Wizards? Latest update on the Golden State Warriors star’s injury report (March 16, 2026)Washington Wizards enter the game on an 11-game losing streak. The Wizards lost to the Boston Celtics 111-100, Orlando Magic in overtime 136-131, Miami Heat 150-129, New Orleans Pelicans 138-118 and Utah Jazz 122-112.
