Wizards Secure First Win with Narrow Victory Over Hawks

Washington Wizards overcame a short-handed Atlanta Hawks team to claim a 121-119 win, led by standout performances from Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole.

Kyle Kuzma emerged from a scoring slump to lead the Wizards with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists before leaving late in the game.
Jordan Poole contributed significantly with 26 points, including 19 in the first half, and Corey Kispert added 21 points off the bench.
The Hawks struggled with injuries, missing several key players, including De’Andre Hunter and Bogdan Bogdanovic, and lost Vit Krejci to an injury during the game.
Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with a career-high 29 points, but Trae Young's struggles continued as he missed a potential game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer.
The Wizards' victory was marked by a season-high 21 3-pointers, helping them overcome a 13-point second-quarter deficit.