The Mavericks' playoff hero got his iconic moment immortalized in a must-see tattoo.
P.J. Washington's "standing on business" moment from the Dallas Mavericks' 2024 playoff run that led to an NBA Finals berth will long be remembered by MFFLs.
Washington was, and in many ways still is, an incredibly valuable 3-and-D role player, especially during Dallas' first-round series against the LA Clippers. The Frisco native was involved in a dust-up with the Clippers team in Game 3 of the series (which the Mavs ultimately won in six games) and as opposing players chirped, Washington held his ground with his arms crossed, facing directly at LA's bench.
That was Washington's first season in Dallas after his mid-season trade deadline acquisition. He remains a pivotal part of the Mavs' future as he's under contract and just 27 years old.
And now his iconic playoff moment is immortalized in the form of a full-length tattoo.
Washington shared his new ink on social media this weekend. It features his stance, the Dallas skyline, and the "standing on business" mantra that has defined his career to this point on the back of his right leg.
"He came in and was telling me not to look at their bench," Washington said about his pose during the Clippers series. "I was like, 'You're not gonna tell me what to do.' I decided to strike a pose in front of the bench, just look at 'em and get some good pictures in while doing it."
And there's more. Washington stayed in the shop to get a massive back piece of a cross, a portrait of his wife, and a Bible scripture.
His last name also stretches across his back from shoulder blade to shoulder blade.
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Washington prepares to enter his third full season with the Mavs in 2026-27. He's now looked at as one of the veterans of the organization that has undergone numerous changes across multiple levels in recent years.
Last year, Washington faced some ups and downs, but was able to pitch in a steady 14.2 points and seven rebounds per game.
His 3-point shooting dipped from 38.1 percent down to 32.5, but he'll look to increase those numbers as he benefits from increased playmaking next season under a new head coach, along with Kyrie Irving back in the lineup and Cooper Flagg building a rapport with the Mavs' lottery-pick rookie.
And in the meantime, relive Washington's distinguished stance below:
It's a moment that will live on forever in Mavericks lore.
