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Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija is a good, efficient scorer now

Kyle Kuzma expresses deep frustration with the Wizards defense

The positives and the negatives of the Washington Wizards season so far

Washington Wizards need to play this intriguing lineup more

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 27: Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards battles for control of the ball against Isaiah Stewart #28 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Little Caesars Arena on November 27, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. Washington won the game 126-107. 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Wizards rookie Bilal Coulibaly continues to impress defensively

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 24: Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during an In-Season Tournament game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on November 24, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

In his seventh NBA season, Wizards’ Kyle Kuzma keeps getting better

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 27: Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards reacts trying to drive around Isaiah Stewart #28 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Little Caesars Arena on November 27, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. Washington won the game 126-107. 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Wizards beat the Pistons, prove they are not the worst team in the NBA

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 25: Johnny Davis #1 of the Washington Wizards drives around Garrison Mathews #25 of the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at Capital One Arena on November 25, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Wizards: What in the world happened to Johnny Davis’ shot?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets blocks the shot of Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards in the second half at Barclays Center on November 12, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets defeated the Wizards 102-94. 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Wizards need to add more size and defense to give themselves a chance

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 25: Members of the Washington Wizards look on from the bench in the fourth quarter of their 136-108 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at Capital One Arena on November 25, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Wizards could face the longest losing streak in franchise history

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 10: Landry Shamet #20 of the Washington Wizards reacts after making a three point basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at Capital One Arena on November 10, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

This player needs to play more for the Washington Wizards

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 28: Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards rebounds against the Memphis Grizzlies at Capital One Arena on October 28, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Washington Wizards are bad in a lot of things, but are particularly awful in rebounding

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 20: Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at Capital One Arena on November 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Wizards: This shocking stat shows how bad Jordan Poole has been

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 01: Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards drives against Saddiq Bey #41 of the Atlanta Hawks during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on November 01, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Is Bilal Coulibaly top 5?

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 20: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks on Kyle Kuzma #33, Bilal Coulibaly #0 and Deni Avdija #8 of the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on November 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Wizards rookie Bilal Coulibaly has the endorsement of a two-time MVP

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 17: Kyle Kuzma #33 and Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards talk on the court during the second half against the New York Knicks during an NBA In-Season Tournament game at Capital One Arena on November 17, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

3 way-too-early predictions for Washington Wizards at the trade deadline

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. of the Washington Wizards talks to Jordan Poole #13 against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 12, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets defeated the Wizards 102-94. 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

3 biggest Washington Wizards disappointments to start the season

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 17: Kyle Kuzma #33 and Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards talk on the court during the second half against the New York Knicks during an NBA In-Season Tournament game at Capital One Arena on November 17, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

The Washington Wizards have a Jordan Poole problem

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 10: Deni Avdija #8 of the Washington Wizards warms up before the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena on November 10, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Wizards: Deni Avdija is rightfully upset about the Capital One Arena atmosphere

WASHINGTON D.C., UNITED STATES - FEBRUARY 3: NBA game between Washington Wizards and Portland Trail Blazers at the Capital One Arena on February 3, 2023 in Washington D.C., United States. NBA players and fans pay tribute to Trail Blazers broadcaster Bill Schonely, who died on 21 January 2023. (Photo by Celal Gunes/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

Wizards’ Capital One Arena ranked the second-worst arena in the NBA

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: Kyle Kuzma #33, Deni Avdija #8, Tyus Jones #5, and Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards look on against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 12, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets defeated the Wizards 102-94. 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

The Washington Wizards’ starting lineup is actually solid

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 15: Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at Capital One Arena on November 15, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: Wizards don’t want to keep Jordan Poole long-term

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 29: Rui Hachimura #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers passes the ball in the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on October 29, 2023 in Sacramento, California. 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. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

4 former Wizards thriving elsewhere to start the 2023-24 season

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 30: Johnny Davis #1 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket in the third quarter against Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics at Capital One Arena on October 30, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Johnny Davis not getting any minutes for the Wizards is alarming

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 13: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Toronto Raptors smiles as Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards reacts as he's called out of bounds during the second half of their NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on November 13, 2023 in Toronto, Canada. 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. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Wizards keep blowing leads with their awful clutch offense

MIAMI, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 03: Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Miami Heat during the first quarter during the NBA In-Season Tournament at Kaseya Center on November 03, 2023 in Miami, Florida. 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. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Wizards rookie Bilal Coulibaly is ahead of schedule

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: Jordan Poole #13 of the Washington Wizards looks down in the second half of the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 12, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets defeated the Wizards 102-94. 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Wizards: It may be time to bring Jordan Poole off the bench

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 08: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets guards Delon Wright #55 of the Washington Wizards during their game at Spectrum Center on November 08, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Delon Wright’s injury could be devastating for the Wizards