Wizards Host Pistons Preview: Washington Returns From Four-game Road Trip

Game Info

When: Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 p.m. ET

How to watch: Monumental Sports Network, League Pass

Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.

Injury Report

Wizards: Jamir Watkins – Out (Knee), Tristan Vukcevic – Out (Hip), Reece Beekman – Out (Shoulder), Justin Champagnie – Out (Foot)

Pistons: Ugonna Onyenso – Game Time Decision (Foot), Isaiah Joe – Out (Hip), Jalen Duren – Out (Hamstring)

Pregame notes

After four games away from Capital One Arena the Wizards return home to host the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night in hopes of snapping a five-game skid. the Pistons contributed a 122-111 loss in Detroit on Monday night despite a season-high 44-point performance from Anthony Davis.

Washington is playing the second game of a back-to-back after falling 114-101 to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night, while the Pistons haven’t played since Monday night in Detroit.

Davis has been the Wizards’ best player through the first 11 games of the season, averaging 25.7 points and 9.7 rebounds — leading the team in both while pacing Washington with 1.3 steals per game.

Trae Young has also provided a consistent presence in Washington’s backcourt, averaging 18.5 points and a team-high 8.7 assists per game. Young has helped establish the Wizards’ offensive identity, creating opportunities for Davis and the rest of Washington’s young core including Kyshawn George who has emerged as another important piece of that group.

The third-year forward is averaging 17.9 points, 4.9 assists and 4.4 rebounds through 11 games. His ability to handle the ball alongside Young, create for teammates and score from all three levels has given Washington another reliable offensive option.

AJ Dybantsa is averaging 16.7 points and 6.1 rebounds in seven appearances. The No. 1 overall pick has continued to show his scoring ability as he adjusts to the NBA, giving Washington another young player capable of making an impact offensively.