The Washington Wizards were humiliated by the Los Angeles Lakers for their franchise record tying 16th consecutive loss. It’s the fourth 16-game losing streak in franchise history, and their second this season.
Once again, the Wizards were utterly noncompetitive. They gave up 42 points in the first quarter and trailed by 13 at the end of the period. It was the third time this season they allowed 40 or more points in a quarter.
Then they managed just 16 points in the second quarter while giving up 36. With a bit of math, we can see that the Wizards trailed by 33 at the end of the first half.