In an electrifying performance, CJ McCollum propelled the Washington Wizards to a 132-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, ending their frustrating 14-game losing streak. McCollum showcased his skills with a season-high 46 points, including an impressive 10 three-pointers, as the Wizards never trailed in the matchup.
The guard’s sharpshooting was nothing short of extraordinary, hitting 10 of 13 attempts from beyond the arc, just one shy of his career best and the franchise record. Washington started strong, erupting for 45 points in the first quarter and totaling 77 points by halftime—both reaching new heights for the season.
Alongside McCollum, Alex Sarr made a significant impact, contributing 27 points and 11 rebounds. The Wizards (2-15) celebrated their first home win since April 2, breaking a streak that was just two games shy of a franchise record. Corey Kispert added 19 points before exiting in the third quarter with a thumb injury.
For the Hawks, Kristaps Porzingis scored 22 points, while Onyeka Okongwu chipped in 20. This defeat halted Atlanta’s two-game winning streak and marked their most significant loss since an earlier setback against Toronto.
With both teams now sitting at 1-2 in the NBA Cup standings, they will look to rebound in their upcoming matchups—Atlanta hosting Cleveland and Washington visiting Indiana.
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