Jaden Hardy Injury Status Update for April 9th, 2026
Jaden Hardy of the Wizards has been ruled out and will not play today. Jaden was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 21st game Jaden has missed this season.
Jaden Hardy Season Averages
Jaden's absence leaves a significant hole in the Wizards rotation. Across 56 games this season, he's averaging 9.2 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game while playing 15.8 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.8 | 9.2 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 7.5 |
Wizards Performance With & Without Jaden Hardy
The numbers tell a clear story about Jaden's value to the Wizards. With Jaden in the lineup this season, the team is 2-20. Without him, they've gone 15-42. The Wizards's net rating is 2.1 points better per 100 possessions when Jaden plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (108.6 vs 112.3), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 2-20 | 15-42 | — |
| Off Rating | 112.3 | 108.6 | -3.7 |
| Def Rating | 125.6 | 119.8 | -5.8 |
| Net Rating | -13.2 | -11.2 | +2.1 |
| PPG | 115.4 | 111.9 | -3.5 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Jaden Hardy?
When Jaden sits, other Wizards players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Alex Sarr stand to benefit the most from his absence.
Jaden Hardy Betting Trends
For bettors, Jaden's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Wizards's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Jaden has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Hardy) Tre Johnson REB UNDER: 25-12 (+9.6u, 3.0 / -122 avg. line) Cam Whitmore 3PM UNDER: 12-2 (+9.3u, 1.4 / -164 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Jaden Hardy's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Bulls @ Wizards - April 9, 2026 Chicago Bulls: Josh Giddey (Out) Collin Sexton (Probable) Anfernee Simons (Out) Washington Wizards: Bilal Coulibaly (Out) Alex Sarr (Out) Trae Young (Out) Anthony Davis (Out) D'Angelo Russell (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Jaden's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Wizards.