Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview: Washington faces Cleveland on Friday

Wizards vs. Cavaliers Preview

The Washington Wizards face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

Game Details

When: Friday night ET
Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
How to watch: Monumental Sports Network, League Pass

Injury Report

Wizards: Bilal Coulibaly (Out — lower left leg tightness)
Cavaliers: Lonzo Ball (Out — knee), De’Andre Hunter (Probable — illness), Max Strus (Out — foot), Dean Wade (Out — eye)

Washington Wizards Analysis

The Wizards have struggled lately, losing six straight games, including their last four by more than 17 points. They have conceded 119 or more points in all seven losses this season. In their recent matchup against the Celtics, who typically score 110.5 points per game, they allowed 136 points.

Alex Sarr has been a bright spot, scoring 31 points with an impressive 4-5 shooting from three-point range against Boston.

Cleveland Cavaliers Analysis

The Cavaliers hold a 5-3 record after wins over the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Donovan Mitchell leads the team, recently scoring 46 points and averaging 31.9 points per game.

Cleveland has dominated this matchup, winning 12 consecutive games against the Wizards since 2022.

Author's summary: The Wizards face a tough challenge against a strong Cavaliers team, with key injuries and recent struggles highlighting the matchup.

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Bullets Forever — 2025-11-07