When: Thursday, October 18 at 8:00 pm Eastern Time
Where: Capital One Arena
TV: NBC Sports Washington

Injury Report

What to Watch for

Will Dwight play?

Howard, who was diagnosed with a piriformis injury (a muscle in the lower buttocks), returned for his first practice as a Wizard on Monday. He didn’t participate in any preseason games due to pain in his lower back.

When Howard was asked if he would play during Thursday’s season opener he responded, “See how it feels.