Marcin Gortat out Wednesday with knee infection

Gortat, who has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Bucks, has been diagnosed with an infection in his knee, but it isn't considered a staph infection, J. Michael of CSN Mid-Atlantic reports.

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A staph infection would have been a far more serious concern for Gortat, but the center's injury as it's currently being diagnosed will leave him as day-to-day heading into Friday's matchup with the Pacers. The Wizards should have another update on Gortat's status again by Friday morning. In the meantime, Nene Hilario is expected to make another start at center in Gortat's stead Wednesday, with Drew Gooden serving as the top backup off the bench.