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WASHINGTON WIZARDS 2-13 · 15TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
2-13 · 15TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
Next Game vs Bulls · Wed 12:00AM
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Cavaliers in need of win against youth-movement Wizards The Washington Wizards will look to snap a 10-game losing streak when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday.Still looking for its 10th...
Isaiah Livers - Remains out Sunday Livers (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Impact Livers has now missed 20 games in a row, and there's no realistic timetable for his return. His next chance to return will come against the Warriors on Tuesday, but based on his recent availability, it's unclear when he'll be able to return to the hardwood.
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Deni Avdija - Questionable to play Sunday Avdija (heel) is questionable to play Sunday against the Cavaliers.
Impact Avdija was a late scratch shortly before Friday's game against the Thunder, so the questionable tag is not surprising here. He's been a regular starter for the Wizards all season long, and if the can't go Sunday, then the likes of Corey Kispert and Bilal Coulibaly could be in line for a more significant role.
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Media Availability: Brian Keefe
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Corey Kispert - Impressive off bench once again Kispert registered 20 points (6-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds and two steals over 25 minutes during Friday's 147-106 loss to the Thunder.
Impact Kispert is not expected to move to a starting role any time soon since the Wizards are giving minutes to the likes of Deni Avdija and Bilal Coulibaly on the wing. However, Kispert continues to find ways to produce, and he has been a reliable scorer off the bench in recent weeks for a reeling Washington team. Kispert has scored in double digits in eight of his last 10 bench appearances, a span in which he's averaging 16.6 points per game while shooting 37.7 percent from beyond the arc.
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Marvin Bagley III - Records double-double Friday Bagley finished with 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 21 minutes during Friday's 147-106 loss to the Thunder.
Impact Bagley seems to have taken over the starting role at center following the trade that sent Daniel Gafford to the Mavericks before the deadline, but he has responded with three double-doubles over his last four starts. Bagley has been a consistent offensive force for the Wizards regardless of whether he starts or plays off the bench, as he has scored in double digits in 12 of his last 14 appearances, but his new role as a starter certainly boosts his upside in most formats.
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Bilal Coulibaly - Decent output in blowout loss Coulibaly had 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Friday's 147-106 loss to Oklahoma City.
Impact Coulibaly has started in each of Washington's last three games, and there's a strong chance he'll stay in that role for the foreseeable future, given Washington's rebuilding process and the fact they've gone 9-47 this season. Coulibaly has shown flashes of his talent and the ability to stuff the stat sheet when given extended minutes, something that was noticeable in this loss as well. He's averaging 10.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 steals per game when deployed in a starting role.
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Washington faces Cleveland, seeks to break 10-game slide
Washington aims to end its 10-game slide when the Washington Wizards play ClevelandFEBRUARY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Wizards keep experimenting, even as the losses pile up The losing streak reaches 10 but interim coach Brian Keefe and the Wizards’ brass are getting a sense for the roster and its depth — or lack...
FEBRUARY 24 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Wizards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 147-106 on Friday in Oklahoma City.The Thu...
FEBRUARY 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Wizards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 147-106 on Friday in Oklahoma City.The Thu...
FEBRUARY 24 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder roll past Wizards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 147-106 on Friday in Oklahoma City.The Thu...
FEBRUARY 24 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Thunder post their highest point total of the season in 146-107 win over Wizards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 146-107
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Washington Wizards at Oklahoma City Thunder
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OKC Thunder vs Washington Wizards | Game Highlights | February 23, 2024
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WIZARDS at THUNDER | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | February 23, 2024
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Chet Holmgren 25 PTS 10 REB vs Wizards 🔥 FULL Highlights
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Landry Shamet - Starting against Thunder Shamet will start Friday's game against the Thunder.
Impact Deni Avdija (heel) is a late scratch for the Wizards, so Shamet will get the nod with Jordan Poole anchoring the second unit again. Shamet's role has been trending in the wrong direction for most of February, as he averaged just 14.4 minutes per game.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Deni Avdija - Late scratch Friday Avdija is a late scratch for Friday's matchup with the Thunder due to a left heel contusion.
Impact This news comes less than an hour before tipoff in Oklahoma City. It is unclear when the injury occurred or who will be replacing Avdija in the starting lineup. The forward's next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus the Cavaliers.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Injury Report, Updated Odds (2/23): Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards The Thunder searches for a second win in a row on the second night of a back-to-back as they host the Washington Wizards.
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Isaiah Livers - Still out Friday Livers (hip) won't play in Friday's game versus the Thunder.
Impact Livers' absence streak will extend to 19 games Friday while dealing with a right hip injury. There is no timetable for his return.
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Jordan Poole Enters His Nomination For Worst NBA Play Of The Year Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole got demoted to the bench for last night’s game against the Denver Nuggets. A good thing too, because h...
FEBRUARY 23 • OUTKICK.COM
Jordan Poole - Scores 18 points off bench Thursday Poole had 18 points (4-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 7-9 FT), one rebound, one assist and two steals in 30 minutes during Thursday's 130-110 loss to Denver.
Impact Poole moved to a bench role for this matchup against the Nuggets, and he seemed to look comfortable running the show with the second unit. Poole has been one of the most underwhelming players in fantasy this season, but perhaps moving to the bench might spark him up, as he used to thrive as a bench alternative during his Golden State days. Poole will likely remain playing with the second unit when the Wizards take on the Thunder on Friday.
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Kyle Kuzma - Surpasses 30-point mark Kuzma logged 31 points (12-25 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 1-4 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and three steals across 31 minutes during Thursday's 130-110 loss to Denver.
Impact Kuzma posted his first double-double since Jan. 29, and the forward continues to rack up his strong play on the offensive end of the court. Over his last 10 appearances, Kuzma is averaging 23.4 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per contest, and he is firmly entrenched as Washington's most productive offensive threat in the current campaign.
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Tyus Jones - Shines in playmaking role Jones registered 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt), two rebounds and 14 assists in 31 minutes during Thursday's 130-110 loss to the Nuggets.
Impact Jones has been outstanding for the Wizards of late, and he's making a massive impact in the playmaking department. Jones has dished out 14 or more assists in his last three appearances while recording double-digit dimes eight times already. It took him a while to get things going, but Jones has been playing extremely well in recent weeks. He's averaging 14.8 points and 10.6 assists per game since the start of February.
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