The Charlotte Hornets delivered a disheartening performance Friday night, suffering a 95-79 defeat at the hands of the Washington Wizards. The game was defined by Charlotte’s inability to generate consistent offense, as the team shot a dismal 30% from the field across the entire contest. The offensive drought reached its peak in the third quarter, where the Hornets managed a mere 13 points, allowing Washington to pull away and secure a comfortable victory.
Charlotte’s 30% shooting and a 13-point third quarter exposed deep offensive struggles.
Individual heroics could not save the Hornets from their collective slump. Brandon Miller led the team with 19 points, continuing his role as the primary scoring option, but he was largely isolated in his production. Of the 13 players who appeared for Charlotte, only Tidjane Salaun and Ryan Kalkbrenner finished with a field goal percentage of 50% or better, combining for just six points. The lack of secondary scoring options left the Hornets vulnerable against a balanced Wizards attack.
Washington capitalized on Charlotte’s inefficiencies with a well-rounded team effort. Anthony Davis anchored the Wizards’ offense with a game-high 25 points, while Trae Young contributed 21 points and AJ Dybantsa added 17. The Wizards’ depth was evident as four players finished in double figures, including Kyshawn George with 12. The Hornets now face an immediate challenge as they look to rebound against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, needing to fix their shooting issues before the next tip-off.
Source: Yahoo Sports
