What happened: The Washington Wizards cleared AJ Dybantsa for Wednesday's matchup with Cleveland after initially listing the rookie forward as questionable. His return concludes an absence that began with the Oct. 20 season opener and extended through Monday's road game in Charlotte.

Why it matters: Washington enters the contest at 2-2 following a 110-103 loss to the Hornets on Oct. 26. Integrating the top overall draft selection gives the Wizards their primary young wing in the rotation for the first time in the 2026-27 regular season.

What to watch: Wednesday's matchup against Cleveland marks Dybantsa's first regular-season NBA action, with his initial rotation workload and minutes restriction in focus.