Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview
The Washington Wizards face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
Where 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)
Wizards Current Form
The Wizards have lost six straight games, including four by 17 or more points. In all seven losses, they have allowed opponents to score at least 119 points. Most recently, they conceded 136 points to the Celtics, who average 110.5 points per game.
Alex Sarr has stood out as a bright spot, scoring 31 points and hitting 4-of-5 from three-point range in the game against Boston.
Cavaliers Performance
Cleveland holds a 5-3 record after wins against the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Donovan Mitchell led the latest victory with 46 points and currently averages a team-best 31.9 points per game.
The Cavaliers have dominated the Wizards with a 12-game winning streak dating back to 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 Cavaliers continue to dominate the Wizards as Washington struggles with injuries and a losing streak, while key players like Donovan Mitchell and Alex Sarr shine for their teams.