Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview
Game Details
The Washington Wizards will face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
How to watch: Monumental Sports Network, League Pass
Injuries
- 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)
Wizards Overview
The Wizards have lost six consecutive games, with their last four defeats by 17 or more points. They have conceded 119 or more points in all seven losses, including allowing the Celtics to score 136 points despite Boston averaging 110.5 points per game on Wednesday.
Alex Sarr has been a standout, scoring 31 points on 4-of-5 shooting from three-point range against Boston.
Cavaliers Overview
Cleveland holds a 5-3 record after recent wins over the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Donovan Mitchell scored 46 points in their latest victory and leads the team with an average of 31.9 points per game.
The Cavaliers have won 12 consecutive games against the Wizards since 2022.
"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 face a tough challenge as the Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell’s scoring prowess, look to extend their winning streak against Washington in Friday’s matchup.