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Washington Wizards take on Guangzhou Long-Lions in final preseason game

By Ben Vasconcellos

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 10: Austin Rivers #1 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Detroit Pistons during a pre-season game on October 10, 2018 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 10: Austin Rivers #1 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Detroit Pistons during a pre-season game on October 10, 2018 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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The Washington Wizards return home and look to finish out the preseason strong with their 4th consecutive victory.

The Washington Wizards are on a three-game winning streak after losing their preseason opener to the New York Knicks. The team has stated to find it’s rhythm and being demonstrated on the court. The Guangzhou Long-Lions, part of the Chinese Basketball Association, come to Washington in hopes to challenge the Wizards for a win.

Game Info

Game: Washington Wizards vs. Guangzhou Long-Lions

When: Friday, October 12

Where: Capital One Arean

TV: NBC Sports Washington, Fubo TV

Tip-Off Time: 7:00 pm Eastern Time

Injury Report

Wizards: Dwight Howard (Out, Back)

Long-Lions: None

Scott Brooks already stated after Wednesday’s game that John Wall would not play in the final preseason game against the Long-Lions. The final dress rehearsal for the Wizards key players was against the Detroit Pistons, in which they won 102-97. Wall showed us that he’s ready by producing 32 points, 9 assists, and 5 rebounds.

Don’t expect the rest of the starters to play and if they do it will be limited minutes. The younger talent hasn’t received that many opportunities to play, but tonight they will most likely get that chance. This is their moment to showcase their talent and try to show the coaching staff what they are capable of.

The Long-Lions have a couple players you have heard of, Marreese Speights and Kyle Fogg. Speights won’t be anything special as his productive days are behind him and Fogg hasn’t been able to land on an NBA team.

The Long-Lions have some young talent that will be intriguing to watch. Point-guard, Ying-Chung Chen has made a name for himself as he’s been productive in recent games.

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This will be the final game before the season opener against the Miami Heat. It will be fun to watch some of the bench players, younger talent, and individuals on the roster bubble get big minutes and prove their worth. However, don’t expect this to be much of a game. This Wizards should win by a decent amount tonight.

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