Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview
Game Details
The Washington Wizards face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
How to watch: Monumental Sports Network, League Pass
Injury Report
- Wizards: Bilal Coulibaly (out — lower left leg tightness)
- Cavaliers: Lonzo Ball (out — knee), De’Andre Hunter (probable — illness), Max Strus (out — foot), Dean Wade (out — eye)
Washington Wizards Overview
The Wizards have lost six consecutive games, including four by margins of 17 points or more. They have allowed 119 or more points in all seven losses and recently conceded 136 points to the Celtics, who average 110.5 points per game.
Alex Sarr has been a standout performer, scoring 31 points with remarkable efficiency, hitting 4 of 5 three-point attempts against Boston.
Cleveland Cavaliers Overview
The Cavaliers hold a 5-3 record following wins against the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Donovan Mitchell led the latest victory with 46 points and is currently the team’s top scorer, averaging 31.9 points per game.
Cleveland has maintained dominance over Washington with a 12-game winning streak since 2022.
“The second-year big man scored 31 points on 4-5 shooting from 3-point range against Boston.”
“Donovan Mitchell scored 46 points in the Cavs’ latest win and enters Friday averaging a team-best 31.9 points per game.”
Author's summary: The Wizards struggle defensively and enter a challenging matchup as Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell continues to perform at an elite scoring level, with the Cavaliers historically dominating Washington.
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