Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview: Washington Faces Cleveland on Friday
The Washington Wizards will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
Where to Watch
- Monumental Sports Network
- League Pass
Injury Updates
- 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 Team Status
The Wizards have lost six consecutive games, with their last four losses by 17 points or more. They have allowed 119 or more points in every loss this season. In Wednesday’s defeat to the Celtics, who average 110.5 points per game, Washington gave up 136 points.
Alex Sarr, a second-year player, has been a standout performer, scoring 31 points on 4-of-5 shooting from three-point range against Boston.
Cavaliers Team Status
Cleveland holds a 5-3 record following wins over the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Donovan Mitchell scored 46 points in the Cavaliers’ latest victory and leads the team with an average of 31.9 points per game this season.
Head-to-Head
The Cavaliers have dominated recent matchups, winning 12 straight 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: Washington faces a tough challenge against Cleveland, with the Wizards struggling defensively and the Cavaliers coming off strong recent performances led by Donovan Mitchell.