Recap: Wizards Fall to Nets 115-104
The Washington Wizards were defeated by the Brooklyn Nets by a score of 115-104 on November 16th, 2018. Currently, the Wizards win-loss record stands at 5-10, while the Nets are 7-10.
Washington started off well offensively, scoring 30 points in the 1st quarter. However, the Wizards struggles on defense continued as the Nets eventually pulled away with a 19 point lead, which led to a Washington loss. Statistically, the Wizards leading scorer was Dwight Howard, with 25 points, along with 17 rebounds. As for the Nets, Spencer Dinwiddie led the team in scoring with 25 points and 8 assists. Overall, Washington shot 42.5% from the field, and 16.7% from the three point line. Brooklyn shot 42.2% from the field, and statistically blew out the Wizards by shooting 27.3% from the three point line.
Next, the Wizards take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 18th, 2018.