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Wizards' Corey Kispert Suffers Fractured Right Thumb, Out Several Weeks

Team opts for conservative care that sets an estimated three-week timeline.

Nov 25, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) shoots the ball as Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Nov 25, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard CJ McCollum (3) drives to the basket as Atlanta Hawks forward Asa Newell (14) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Washington announced a fracture to the tip of Corey Kispert’s right thumb, confirming no surgery and conservative treatment.
  • Kispert was hurt in the third quarter of Tuesday’s 132-113 win over the Hawks when Nickeil Alexander-Walker knocked at a pass intended for Khris Middleton.
  • The injury involves his shooting hand, and reporting indicates this type of fracture typically heals in about three weeks.
  • With Kispert and rookie Tre Johnson sidelined, Cam Whitmore and rookie Will Riley are candidates for expanded wing roles, with Marvin Bagley III also dealing with a hip contusion.
  • Kispert has been a floor-spacing bright spot in a reduced role, shooting 40.3% from three this season as on-off metrics show Washington fares better when he plays.