NBA Power Rankings: Here come the Jazz; Cavs cut down the Nets (twice!)
No team in the NBA this season has had a longer win streak than the Jazz. But they're not the only red-hot West team heading into Week 6.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
3-9, 5th in Southeast
Wizards, Westbrook fall in return from virus layoff
The Wizards and Russell Westbrook, back from their respective extended layoffs, fell to the Spurs on Sunday night.
Wizards fall to Spurs 121-101 in return from COVID-19 layoff
— Patty Mills scored 21 points, Lonnie Walker IV added 16 and the San Antonio Spurs used their depth to beat Washington 121-101 on Sunday night in the Wizards' first game in two weeks.
Westbrook animated after no basket interference call by refs (1:01)
Mills drills step-back 3 and gets fouled (0:27)
Westbrook returns from quad injury vs. Spurs
Wizards guard Russell Westbrook started Sunday's game against the Spurs after being out with a quadriceps injury.
Wizards sign Len, Bell for restart; Westbrook iffy
The short-handed Wizards signed free-agent centers Alex Len and Jordan Bell on Saturday, trying to fill out a roster decimated by COVID-19 and injuries.
Bart & Hahn: Thoughts On Introduction Of New Jets Coach
Bart and Hahn discuss new Jets coach Robert Saleh meeting the NY media today and the Wizards continuing to miss games due to COVID.
The Hoop Collective: Possible Roster Moves For Contending Teams
Brian Windhorst, Ohm Youngmisuk and Tim MacMahon discuss an apparent change in chemistry for the Clippers, potential landing spots for Bradley Beal should he become available, as well as some teams who could look to make big roster moves this season. Plus, the amazing Lou Dort.
NBA calls off sixth straight Wizards game (virus)
The NBA said on Wednesday night that Friday's game between the Wizards and Bucks has been postponed because of the league's health and safety protocols.
Beal: Wiz 'fighting the league' on playing Friday
With only eight players available, the Wizards' Bradley Beal said the team is "fighting the league" on playing Friday's game against the Bucks.
Wizards to resume practice after virus outbreak
The Wizards have been cleared to resume practicing. The team hasn't played since Jan. 11 because of a coronavirus outbreak within the team.
Sources: Wizards eye midweek return to practice
Despite reeling with six remaining healthy players, the Wizards are hopeful they can resume practicing as soon as Wednesday -- nine days after the franchise's last game amid a coronavirus outbreak within the team, sources told ESPN.
Six Wizards test positive for COVID-19 (1:13)
Nichols is 2nd woman to be GM of G League team
Amber Nichols is the NBA G League's second female general manager after the Washington Wizards promoted her to that job with the Capital City Go-Go on Friday.
6 Wizards test positive; 3 more in protocols
Six Wizards players tested positive for COVID-19 and three more are in the NBA's health and safety protocols.
Hawks-Suns among 3 games ppd. due to COVID
The Suns have had their game Wednesday against Atlanta postponed due to contact tracing with Phoenix players. Friday games between the Wizards and Detroit Pistons and Warriors and Suns also have been postponed.
Wizards without enough players; Jazz game PPD
The Wizards are dealing with multiple players in COVID-19 contact tracing, a source told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, causing Wednesday's game against the Jazz to be postponed.
Beal scores 34, Wizards beat Suns 128-107 for first home win
— Bradley Beal scored 34 points and the Washington Wizards snapped their three-game losing streak and won at home for the first time this season, beating the Phoenix Suns 128-107 over the Phoenix Suns on Monday night.
Beal drives in for amazing up-and-under (0:19)
Beal's nice crossover shakes Saric loose (0:19)
Wizards' Westbrook sidelined for at least a week
Wizards guard Russell Westbrook is expected to miss his team's next week of games with a left quadriceps injury.
The Hoop Collective: COVID-19's Impact On NBA Season
As COVID-19 continues to impact teams around the league, Brian Windhorst, Royce Young and Tim Bontemps discuss how the NBA will move forward. Plus, the crew also dives into Russell Westbrook's rough start in Washington and LaMelo Ball's ceiling.
Source: Wiz's Bryant season over after ACL tear
Wizards center Thomas Bryant has a partially torn ACL in his left knee, with a source telling ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that Bryant will miss the rest of the season.
Tatum, Beal fraternize after game (0:16)
2020-21 Southeast Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 8 | 8 | .500 | - | L1 |
| Charlotte | 7 | 9 | .438 | 1 | W1 |
| Orlando | 7 | 10 | .412 | 1.5 | L2 |
| Miami | 6 | 9 | .400 | 1.5 | L2 |
| Washington | 3 | 9 | .250 | 3 | L1 |
2020-21 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game118.83rd
Rebounds Per Game43.425th
Assists Per Game26.94th
Points Allowed121.330th
Injuries
2020 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(9) | Deni Avdija | SF | |
| 2(7) | Vit Krejci | PG |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | 3 | 9 | .250 |
| 2019-20 | 25 | 47 | .347 |
| 2018-19 | 32 | 50 | .390 |
| 2017-18 | 43 | 39 | .524 |
| 2016-17 | 49 | 33 | .598 |