Wizards' Kyshawn George: Back to bench Monday

Kyshawn George started 3 straight games

Kyshawn George started the last three games for the Washington Wizards, but he will be back to coming off the bench on Monday against the Indiana Pacers.

Coach Wes Unseld Jr. said the decision was made to give George a break after he played 30 or more minutes in each of the last three games.

Unseld said he liked what he saw from George in the starting lineup, but he wants to make sure he doesn't burn him out too early in the season.

George has averaged 7.3 points and 4.7 rebounds in 3 starts

George has averaged 7.3 points and 4.7 rebounds in three starts this season.

He has shot 40.7% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range.

George has also had 3 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks in those three games.

Deni Avdija will start at power forward Monday

Deni Avdija will start at power forward for the Wizards on Monday in place of George.

Avdija has started 11 games for the Wizards this season and is averaging 7.1 points and 6.0 rebounds.

He has shot 42.9% from the field and 34.4% from three-point range.