Losing Streak Continues, But Avdija Shines:
- The Wizards dropped their eighth straight game on Wednesday, falling 133-126 to the New Orleans Pelicans.
- Despite the loss, Deni Avdija had a career night, recording a franchise-high 43 points and 15 rebounds. He became the first Wizards player since Bradley Beal in 2019 to score 40+ points.
- Kyle Kuzma, who was questionable with an illness, ultimately played but was relatively quiet with 15 points.
Trade Deadline Aftermath:
- Tyus Jones continues to thrive after the trade deadline, averaging 16.5 points and 10.8 assists over his last six games.
- Kyle Kuzma revealed he chose to decline a trade to the Mavericks, preferring to stay in Washington and compete.
- The Wizards currently possess the second-worst record in the league, fueling speculation about their draft strategy and potential future trades.
Looking Ahead:
- The Wizards will face the Pelicans again tonight in their final game before the All-Star break.
- Kuzma’s availability remains uncertain due to his illness.
- With no playoff hopes, the remaining games will be used to evaluate young players and build for the future.
Additional Notes:
- Several young players like Corey Kispert and Bilal Coulibaly are getting increased playing time and showing promise.
- The Wizards have drafted French forward Zaccharie Risacher with the 51st pick in the G-League Ignite draft.
- Kevin Durant recently praised Avdija and Coulibaly for their physicality and potential.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and does not express any personal opinions or endorsements.
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