Washington Wizards: Must-see moments from 13 game home winning streak
The Washington Wizards won their 13th straight game at home Wednesday night and as they prepare to hit the road, let’s take a look back at some must-see moments at Verizon Center throughout their home winning streak.
The Washington Wizards last home defeat came on Dec. 6th against the Orlando Magic. 49 days later, the Wizards have accumulated 13 consecutive victories at home and an overall home record of 18-6 on the season.
Throughout their home winning streak, the Wizards earned victories over the Denver Nuggets (17-23), Charlotte Hornets (21-21), Detriot Pistons (19-24), Los Angeles Clippers (29-14), Indiana Pacers (21-19), Brooklyn Nets (8-33), Minnesota Timberwolves (14-28), Chicago Bulls (21-22), Philadelphia 76ers (14-26), Portland Trail Blazers (18-26), Memphis Grizzlies (25-19), and twice against the Milwaukee Bucks (20-21).
All-Star hopeful John Wall has shined during the team’s dominance at the Verizon Center especially in the last 13 home games averaging 23.2 points, 11.2 assists, and 2.5 steals along with a field goal percentage of 48 percent. Wall’s backcourt mate Bradley Beal has also turned up his play during the streak scoring 22 points per game and shooting just a hair under 50 percent at 49.1 percent.
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With 18 home victories, the Wizards are just behind the reigning NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers, who have 19 home victories, for the most home wins in the Eastern Conference.
The team’s excellent play at home has somewhat eased their cringeworthy 4-13 road record which is the worse record out of any above .500 team in the NBA.
With that being said, the Wizards have enjoyed some mesmerizing moments throughout their 13-game home winning streak that’s helped transform their season as the team work towards a return to the playoffs. Let’s relive the top five best moments during the team’s 13 game home winning streak.