Washington Faces Charlotte Amid 5-Game Road Losing Streak
Washington Wizards are set to face the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday at 6 p.m. EST. The game is crucial for the Wizards, who are looking to snap a five-game losing streak on the road.
Current Standings and Performance
The Wizards currently hold a record of 10-33, placing them 14th in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Hornets sit at 17-28, in 12th place. Their recent performance shows Charlotte winning five out of nine games against Southeast Division rivals.
Team Statistics
- Hornets average 14.6 turnovers per game.
- Charlotte is 6-8 when they win the turnover battle.
- The Wizards’ division matchup record stands at 2-4.
Washington ranks eighth in the Eastern Conference with an average of 11.6 offensive rebounds per game, primarily driven by Marvin Bagley III’s average of 2.6. In terms of shooting efficiency, the Hornets have a field goal percentage of 46.0%, slightly below the 47.5% the Wizards give up on defense.
Comparison of Team Shooting Percentages
Both teams have comparable shooting statistics:
| Team | Field Goal Percentage |
|---|---|
| Wizards | 45.9% |
| Hornets | 46.0% |
The last matchup between these teams took place on December 24, where the Hornets claimed a decisive 126-109 victory, aided by LaMelo Ball’s 23 points.
Key Performers
- Kon Knueppel (Hornets): 19.0 points per game on 48.2% shooting.
- Brandon Miller (Hornets): 18.6 points over the last 10 games.
- Alex Sarr (Wizards): 17.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.
- Bub Carrington (Wizards): 2.2 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
Recent Trends
The Hornets have an even record of 5-5 over their last ten games, averaging 116.3 points, in addition to 49.1 rebounds and 26.9 assists per game. Their opponents averaged 105.1 points during this span.
On the other hand, the Wizards have struggled significantly, with a record of just 1-9 in their last ten games. They average 108.3 points, alongside 42.1 rebounds and 23.6 assists per game, while allowing opponents to score an average of 120.9 points.
Injury Report
- Hornets:
- Mason Plumlee: out (groin)
- Tre Mann: out (illness)
- Grant Williams: out (knee)
- KJ Simpson: out (hip)
- Wizards:
- Tristan Vukcevic: out (knee)
- Bilal Coulibaly: out (back)
- Cam Whitmore: out for season (shoulder)
- Trae Young: out (quad)
- Marvin Bagley III: out (illness)
As the Wizards and Hornets prepare for this matchup, both teams look to improve their standings and performance as they head into the second half of the season.
