P.J. Washington Injury: Officially Ruled Out

What Happened

Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington has been officially ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a fractured foot. Washington suffered the injury during the Hornets' 122-114 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.

Impact on the Hornets

Washington's absence is a major blow to the Hornets, who are currently ninth in the Eastern Conference standings. Washington is averaging 12.2 points and 6.2 rebounds per game this season, and he is one of the team's best defenders. Without him, the Hornets will be forced to rely more heavily on their other young players, such as Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball.

Outlook for Washington

Washington is expected to make a full recovery from his injury, but it is unclear when he will be able to return to the court. The Hornets have not provided a timetable for his return, but it is likely that he will miss the remainder of the season.

What This Means for the Hornets

Washington's injury is a major setback for the Hornets, who are already struggling to stay in the playoff race. Without Washington, the Hornets will have a difficult time competing with the top teams in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets will need to find a way to replace Washington's production, or they could miss the playoffs for the second consecutive season.