The Washington Wizards were out-tanked by the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday in a 119-114 contest at Wells Fargo Center.
The Wizards got off to a blistering start, shooting over 70% in the first quarter for 45 points. The team hit nine threes, six coming from Alex Sarr and Justin Champagnie. Sarr put up a full-game stat line in the opening frame with 13 points, four rebounds, and two blocks.
Washington’s shooting came back down to earth in the second and third quarters as the Sixers tried to whittle away at the lead. The Wizards still entered the fourth quarter with a 99-85 advantage and looked like they would coast to a victory.