Late in the fourth quarter, Hornets up, with the ball. All they have to do is milk the clock and get a basket, and they all but ensure a gigantic victory over a divisional rival.
Friday night, the Charlotte Hornets faced this scenario against the Miami Heat and completely unraveled, turning the ball over on consecutive possessions. Saturday night, Charlotte had a chance to atone for their sins from a night earlier, and they made sure not to miss the opportunity against the Washington Wizards.
1. A new clutch pairing?
Friday night, a combination of Kemba Walker, Marvin Williams and Nicolas Batum — the hot hands — were given the chance to put away Miami, and failed spectacularly.