The New Orleans Pelicans and the Washington Wizards, the NBA’s two worst teams by record, will face off for the second time in three days on Sunday. The Pelicans, who snapped an 11-game losing streak with a 132-120 victory over the Wizards on Friday, will visit the Wizards at Capital One Arena.
Pelicans’ Recent Performance
The Pelicans, currently 6-29, are still at the bottom of the league standings. CJ McCollum’s 50-point performance, tying his career-high, was a highlight in their recent win. Despite this victory, New Orleans has struggled on the road, with a 1-15 record away from the Smoothie King Center. Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson have been sidelined with injuries, adding to the team’s challenges.
Wizards’ Recent Performance
The Wizards, with a 6-26 record, are also struggling this season. They have lost five of their last seven games and are limping into the new year. Jordan Poole has been a bright spot, averaging 21.8 points per game, while rookie Alex Sarr has been impressive with double-digit scoring in 11 straight games.
Key Matchup
The Pelicans will look to build on their recent win and clinch their first winning streak since starting the season 2-0. The Wizards, on the other hand, will aim to avoid being swept in the two-game series and improve their win percentage.
Conclusion
Sunday’s game promises to be a competitive battle between two struggling teams, each looking to find some momentum and turn their seasons around. It will be interesting to see if the Pelicans can continue their recent success or if the Wizards can bounce back and secure a win.
