SB Nation DC - Wizards Vs. Nuggets: John Wall, Washington Fall Meekly, 114-94, In Denverhttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48897/dc-fave.png2011-03-25T23:27:31-04:00http://dc.sbnation.com/rss/stream/18365582011-03-25T23:27:31-04:002011-03-25T23:27:31-04:00Wizards Vs. Nuggets: John Wall, Washington Fall Meekly, 114-94, In Denver
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<p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bulletsforever.com/">Wizards</a> won the third quarter. But they lost just about every other aspect of the game, falling to the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.denverstiffs.com/">Nuggets</a> by the final score of 114-94. The Wizards are now 17-54 on the season.</p>
<p>Washington outscored Denver in the third quarter, closing the gap to as little as little as 13 points at one point. <span>Jordan Crawford</span> had another strong night with 19 points. <span>JaVale McGee</span> had 13 points and 13 rebounds, but he shot just 5-for-13 from the field. Mo Evans had 16 points and seven rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench.</p>
<p>But the Nuggets were too strong and too deep and the game never really seemed in doubt. <span>J.R. Smith</span>, <span>Al Harrington</span> and <span>Chris Andersen</span> all had big nights off the bench for Denver, who did never really allowed the Wizards more than a token comeback and kept their foot on the gas in the fourth quarter, when they outscored Washington 32-27. As has largely been the case since dealing star <span>Carmelo Anthony</span>, it was a team effort for Denver. The Nuggets had 29 assists despite no player having more than eight themselves.</p>
<p>Washington returns to action on Sunday against at Golden State at 10 p.m. ET. The five-game trip ends on Monday night in Utah against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.slcdunk.com/">Jazz</a>. Of course, it won't get any easier back in D.C. as the Wizards will be greeted at home by the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.hothothoops.com/">Miami Heat</a>.</p>
<p><i>For more on the Wizards check out <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bulletsforever.com/">Bullets Forever</a>.</i></p>
https://dc.sbnation.com/washington-wizards/2011/3/25/2072911/wizards-vs-nuggets-score-john-wallMichael Katz2011-03-25T22:13:56-04:002011-03-25T22:13:56-04:00Wizards Vs. Nuggets: John Wall, Washington Trail 64-45 At Halftime
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<p>There's that post-double overtime loss hangover. Or maybe the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.denverstiffs.com/">Nuggets</a> are just better than the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.clipsnation.com/">Clippers</a>, which is true. Whatever it is, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bulletsforever.com/">Wizards</a> trail Denver by a score of 64-45 at halftime on Friday night. This game feels over already. It has for some time, actually.</p>
<p><span>John Wall</span> has been aggressive offensively, and has 13 points. His 9-for-9 foray from the free throw line made up for his 2-for-7 mark from the field.</p>
<p><span>Nick Young</span> has struggled to find his stroke in his return, missing six of his first eight shots in 17 minutes. He might just be a little too eager, drawing back iron on his early attempts. <span>JaVale McGee</span> has also struggled, continuing to puzzle with his desire to lead the fast break when he should be finding John Wall or even <span>Jordan Crawford</span> in transition once he gets possession.</p>
<p><span>Al Harrington</span> continues his mini-rampage for Denver since <span>George Karl</span> handed him a DNP-CD in Miamia three games ago. He has 11 points off the bench. <span>Chris Andersen</span> has been at his Birdman best with five points, six rebounds and five blocks. McGee might be jealous of those five blocks. That's a lot of blocks.</p>
<p>A second half comeback seems unlikely at this point. But not impossible! We shall see.</p>
https://dc.sbnation.com/washington-wizards/2011/3/25/2072794/wizards-vs-nuggets-scoreMichael Katz2011-03-25T19:50:30-04:002011-03-25T19:50:30-04:00Wizards Vs. Nuggets: John Wall, Wizards Visit Carmelo Anthony-Less Nuggets
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<p>The <a href="https://www.bulletsforever.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Wizards</a> started their five-game swing out West with two losses. Of course, that makes 33 road losses in 34 tries. No surprises here. Washington almost topped the <a href="https://www.clipsnation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Clippers</a> in double-overtime on Wednesday. Friday's Wizards vs. <a href="https://www.denverstiffs.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Nuggets</a> matchup is another chance for a win, but it's going to be tougher.</p>
<p>Denver hasn't lost at home since dealing <span>Carmelo Anthony</span>. The Wizards don't win on the road. Can you see the writing on the Pepsi Center wall?</p>
<p>It's going to be tough to top the NBA Fun Time Party that was <span>Blake Griffin</span> vs. <span>JaVale McGee</span> on Wednesday. Those two combine for some super dunks and spectacular blocks, which were chronicled by <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2011/3/24/2069362/blake-griffin-javale-mcgee-videos">Tom Ziller over at the dot com</a>.</p>
<p>It'll be interesting to see if the Wizards can build on their last game. They're getting close-game reps. Next comes learning how to turn those into wins. Again, this might not be the game for that.</p>
<p>Good news: The Wizards are likely to get <span>Nick Young</span> back, <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wizards-insider/post/nick-young-likely-to-return-in-reserve-role-against-denver/2011/03/25/AFMjt9WB_blog.html">according to Michael Lee</a>, who says Young would come off the bench. Washington is still without <span>Andray Blatche</span>, <span>Josh Howard</span>, and <span>Rashard Lewis</span>, who might not play again this season.</p>
<p>What an NCAA Tournament? Let's watch the Wizards!</p>
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https://dc.sbnation.com/2011/3/25/2332195/wizards-vs-nuggets-john-wall-wizards-visit-carmelo-anthony-lessMichael Katz