The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to face the Washington Wizards on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Fresh off a dramatic win, the Cavaliers are looking to strengthen their lead atop the Eastern Conference.
Cavaliers’ Recent Performance:
The Cavaliers secured their fifth win in six games on Wednesday, with Darius Garland’s buzzer-beating 31-foot 3-pointer giving them a 118-115 road victory over the Detroit Pistons. Garland, who was recently named to his second All-Star Game, finished with 25 points and is averaging 21.8 points and 6.8 assists for the season. Joining Garland as All-Stars are Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell, who will represent the Eastern Conference in San Francisco on February 16.
Key Players:
- Darius Garland: Averaging 21.8 points and 6.8 assists per game.
- Evan Mobley: Averaging a career-best 18.3 points and 9 rebounds per game.
- Donovan Mitchell: Leads the team with 23.8 points per game.
Wizards’ Recent Performance:
Despite a challenging season, the Wizards have found success in February, winning their first three games of the month after a 16-game losing streak in January. Their recent victory was a 119-102 win over the Brooklyn Nets, where they recorded a season-high 40 assists. Bilal Coulibaly, a second-year rising star, recorded his first triple-double with 11 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds in that game.
Key Players:
- Bilal Coulibaly: Recently recorded his first triple-double.
- Jordan Poole: Leading scorer for the Wizards with 20.3 points per game.
- Alex Sarr: Averaging 11.5 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.
Trade Update:
Washington recently acquired three-time All-Star Khris Middleton from the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Kyle Kuzma and other assets. Middleton, averaging 12.6 points per game this season, could provide a significant boost to the Wizards’ lineup.
Matchup History:
The Cavaliers have won their last 11 games against the Wizards, dating back to February 2022. This matchup will be a test for the Wizards as they aim to break their seven-game home losing streak.
