MINNEAPOLIS — As coach Scott Brooks rattled off the things he was happy about in Washington’s 137-116 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night - Moritz Wagner’s best game in the NBA, improved defense in the second half - he didn’t even mention Bradley Beal’s second straight 44-point performance until he was prompted.
“I forgot about Brad,” Brooks said. “He’s a stud. He brings it every night.”
The Wizards have grown accustomed to Beal carrying the load on offense, as he did once again on 15-of-22 shooting. It was the third 40-point outburst this season for the All-Star guard, who has topped 30 five times in his last seven games.