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Can the Washington Wizards' Bench Power Overwhelm the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden?

The Washington Wizards emerged victorious against the New York Knicks with a 120-103 win, improving their pre-season record to 1-0. The Knicks, on the other hand, now stand at 0-1. The game took place at Madison Square Garden and saw a strong performance from both teams in different quarters.


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First Quarter


The Wizards set an aggressive tone early in the first quarter by scoring 36 points. Their offensive strategy was clear as they capitalized on fast breaks and effective shooting. Marvin Bagley III stood out with his impressive field goal percentage of 88 percent, contributing significantly to DC's early lead.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, DC continued their dominance by adding another 39 points to their tally. The team's bench played a crucial role during this period, contributing a substantial portion of those points. Bub Carrington showcased his shooting prowess by maintaining a perfect field goal percentage throughout his time on court.


Third Quarter


As the game progressed into the third quarter, both teams displayed defensive resilience. However, it was Tristan Vukcevic who made an impact for DC with his efficient scoring and solid defense that helped maintain their lead over New York.


Fourth Quarter


Despite trailing behind for most of the game, NYK attempted to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter but fell short as they managed only 28 points compared to Wiz's steady performance across all quarters. The Washington Wizards vs New York Knicks final score reflected DC's consistent play throughout each segment of this encounter.


Looking ahead for fans eager to catch more action from DC: They will face off against Detroit Pistons next at Little Caesars Arena on October 16th at 7:00 PM EDT; tune into FDSDET or MNMT networks for live coverage!


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