Marcin Gortat (knee) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the Pacers, J. Michael of CSN Mid-Atlantic reports.

Gortat (knee) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the Pacers, J. Michael of CSN Mid-Atlantic reports.

Analysis:

Gortat has been diagnosed with an infection in his knee, but has yet to have been given a concrete timetable for a return. He didn't travel with the team to Indianapolis and is should continue to be evaluated on a game-to-game basis until the Wizards indicate otherwise. Look for Nene Hilario to start in his place, while Drew Gooden could continue to see increased minutes off the bench.