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Washington Wizards Started Hot, Finished Cold Against Atlanta Hawks
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Washington Wizards Started Hot, Finished Cold Against Atlanta Hawks

Washington Wizards They are still on their losing streak after losing 129-117 to the Atlanta Hawks in Friday night’s NBA Cup game at State Farm Arena.

wizardsThe hot shooting from their previous game against the San Antonio Spurs continued in the first quarter and the team took a double-digit lead. However, they managed to score only 11 points in the second quarter and the difference completely evaporated.

The Wizards led by 14 points but fell behind by as many as 28 points in the fourth quarter in the loss to the Hawks.

Eight players for the Hawks scored in double figures; Among them was third-year pro Dyson Daniels’ record 25. For Wizards, Kyle Kuzma stood out with 24 points, Jordan Poole scored 22 points, and rookie center Alex Sarr broke a new career record with 20 points.

This game marked the Wizards’ seventh straight loss, their worst loss in the NBA. Their only win this season came against the Hawks in October.

wizards They will try to end their losing streak against the Detroit Pistons at home on Sunday. Tip-off is scheduled for 6pm ET.

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