The Hornets defeated the Wizards, 117-114. LaMelo Ball led all scorers with 34 points (6-16 3PM), eight rebounds, and 13 assists for the Hornets, while Miles Bridges added a season-high 33 points, along with 10 rebounds in the victory. Kyle Kuzma tallied 28 points, nine rebounds, and 10 assists for the Wizards in the losing effort. The Hornets improve to 5-9 on the season, while the Wizards fall to 2-12.