Charlotte Hornets Narrowly Miss Victory Against Washington Wizards

In a closely contested match, the Charlotte Hornets faced off against the Washington Wizards, concluding with a final score of 110-113. The Hornets now stand at 7-23 for the season, while the Wizards slightly improved their record to 5-23. Despite a valiant effort and leading at various points during the game, the Hornets could not secure a win.

Key Highlights from the Game

The game was marked by several lead changes and moments where both teams were tied, showcasing an evenly matched battle throughout. The Charlotte Hornets showed strong offensive plays, with notable performances from key players. LaMelo Ball led the team with an impressive 31 points, complemented by six assists and six rebounds. Miles Bridges also made significant contributions with 22 points, six assists, and an outstanding 14 rebounds.

On defense, Josh Green stood out for the Hornets with two blocks and one steal. Mark Williams added to this defensive effort while also scoring 16 points and securing eight rebounds.

Washington Wizards' Standout Moments

The Washington Wizards managed to edge out a victory thanks in part to their bench contributing a substantial 38 points compared to the Hornets' bench which added only 20 points. The Wizards capitalized on turnovers scoring 24 points off turnovers against the Hornets' 15.

Despite being outrebounded by Charlotte who grabbed a total of 59 rebounds over Washington's 56, it was their ability to maintain consistent pressure that ultimately led them to victory.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action as the Charlotte Hornets are set to host Oklahoma City Thunder at Spectrum Center in Charlotte on December 28th at 6:00 PM EDT. This upcoming game promises another exciting matchup and will be broadcasted on NBA TV among other networks including FDSSE for those following from afar.

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