The Washington Wizards (10-47) clawed their way to a 107-99 victory over the Brooklyn Nets (21-36) on Monday, February 24, snapping a six-game losing streak with a strong defensive finish.
Jordan Poole led the way for Washington, pouring in 26 points while adding six assists and five rebounds. The explosive guard came up big in the clutch, hitting crucial buckets in the closing minutes to seal the win.
Just JP doin' JP things 🌊 https://t.co/ffdtYfgSwb pic.twitter.com/UxYP9tDr06
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) February 25, 2025
Rookie Bilal Coulibaly turned in a career performance, dropping 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting while pulling down eight rebounds, and fellow first-year Kyshawn George put up 12 points, five assists, and three rebounds.
Richaun Holmes (11) and Marcus Smart (10) joined their aforementioned teammates in double-figure scoring, with Smart stepping up off the bench for Washington.
Tonight's W by the numbers 📊 #ForTheDistrict | @CaesarsSports pic.twitter.com/RZqKs7Wzio
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) February 25, 2025
Trailing by as many as 14 points in the first half, the Wizards chipped away at the deficit before locking in defensively late. Washington held Brooklyn scoreless for the final 4:45, closing the game on an 11-2 run to take control.
The Nets were led by Ziaire Williams, who finished with 19 points, while Cameron Johnson added 17. Brooklyn got off to a fast start, moving the ball well and knocking down shots, but their offense stalled late as the Wizards tightened up on defense.
Washington will visit the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, February 26, looking to build on the win. Meanwhile, the Nets travel to Oklahoma City to take on the Thunder, hoping to bounce back.
