The Washington Wizards ended a 22-game losing streak against the San Antonio Spurs with a 127-106 victory. This win marks a significant accomplishment for the Wizards, as it ended a long period of futility against the Spurs.
Partying Like It's 1999
Washington hadn't won a game on the road against the Spurs since 1999. That ends one of the NBA's strangest losing streaks, which lasted 8,451 days.
The Washington Wizards hadn't won in San Antonio since December 11, 1999, which was over 20 years prior to the recent victory. The victory was led by Mitch Richmond, who had a standout performance with 31 points, four rebounds, and five assists.
A young Tim Duncan also highlights the historical context of the game and the longevity of some of the players involved. Duncan had 23 points and 13 boards that night.
The majority of the current players on both teams were not even born yet when the Wizards last won in San Antonio, which was over 20 years prior to the recent game. 4 players on the Wizards and 7 players on the Spurs were not present yet on the planet.
How The Wizards Won
Deni Avdija came off the bench to score a career-high 25 points, leading the way in the scoring department. Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis also had strong all-around performances, combining for 38 points, 16 rebounds, and 14 assists.
The Wizards' win was their sixth consecutive victory, giving them the longest active winning streak in the league. This success is more significant for the Wizards as they have been playing well over an extended period of time and building momentum with each win.
The Wizards are now in ninth place with a record of 24-26, which is 3.5 games behind a top-six spot. The Wizards should be considered a contender for a play-in spot, meaning that they are in the running for a chance to qualify for the postseason.
Next up for the Wizards are the lowly Detroit Pistons who have the worst record in the East. Sorry Craig Shemon.
