The Charlotte Hornets (18-25) were able to defeat the Washington Wizards (25-20) in Steve Clifford’s first game back after missing the last 21 outing with health issues. They have now won five of their last seven games and seven of their last 11 in total. Charlotte had seven players score in double-figures.
Cody Zeller missed his 20th straight game as he continues to rehab from knee surgery. Frank Kaminsky was dealing with an ankle injury but played his regular minutes. Two-way player Mangok Mathiang, who was called up from the Greensboro Swarm for this game, was inactive.