Wizards' Tre Johnson suffers ankle injury in loss to Bucks

Johnson ruled out for remainder of game with left ankle sprain

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson was forced to leave Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a left ankle sprain. Johnson was injured on a play late in the second quarter and did not return to the game.

Why it matters

Johnson has been a key contributor for the Wizards this season, so his injury could have a significant impact on the team's performance going forward. The Wizards have a busy schedule coming up, with a back-to-back against the Lakers and Kings this weekend.

The details

Johnson suffered the ankle injury on a play late in the second quarter when he landed awkwardly after attempting a jump shot. He was replaced by Kyshawn George and later ruled out for the remainder of the game. Bilal Coulibaly started the second half in Johnson's place.

  • With 8:05 left in the second quarter, Johnson was replaced by Kyshawn George.
  • Johnson was ruled out for the remainder of the game.

The players

Tre Johnson

A guard for the Washington Wizards who was injured during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Kyshawn George

A player who replaced Tre Johnson in the game after Johnson's injury.

Bilal Coulibaly

A player who started the second half in place of the injured Tre Johnson.

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What they’re saying

“Tre Johnson will be out for the remainder of tonight's game because of a left ankle sprain, a Wizards spokesman said.”

— Josh Robbins, Reporter (Twitter)

What’s next

The Wizards have a back-to-back against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday and the Sacramento Kings on Sunday. The team will need to evaluate the severity of Johnson's ankle injury and determine his availability for those upcoming games.

The takeaway

Johnson's injury is a significant blow for the Wizards, who have relied on his production this season. The team will need to find a way to fill his absence in the short term, while also hoping for a speedy recovery to get their starting guard back on the court as soon as possible.