Going into this one, the Wizards were trying to avoid extending their losing streak to an embarrassing 11 game losing streak, and facing the Brooklyn Nets at home was probably an opportunity from Heaven.
Both teams came into the night with 1-11 records, and the Nets had no road wins. Naturally, the Wizards squandered the opportunity and lost, 129-106.
The game started out reflecting this was a match-up of (bottom of the standings) titans with a 28-28 first quarter.
The Nets got some separation in the second quarter, going to the locker rooms with a 63-53 lead.
But, what’s 10 points in today’s NBA?
The third quarter remained balanced, but the Wizards were not able to keep the Nets off the three point line, where the Nets were shooting close to 45%.
The fourth quarter started with the Wizards still trailing by 10, down 94-84.
But, the Nets dominated down the stretch, not allowing Wizards fans to enjoy any sign of a comeback. The wheels fell off the wagon in the last four minutes, and the final margin ballooned to 23.
And, so after 13 games, the Wizards have officially conquered the bottom of the standings, sitting all alone at 1-12. They have yet to win a single game at home (0-6), and they gave \the Nets their first road win of the season.
Kyshawn George was a bright spot with 29 points including 5-10 from deep. C.J. McCollum added a calm 17 points. For the Nets, Tyrese Martin had 20 off the bench, and Michael Porter Jr. a smooth 34 points, including 9-10 from the charity stripe.
Next, the Wizards hit the road and face the Timberwolves in Minnesota on Wednesday.
