Wizards vs Nets : Score, Key Moments, Stats (Feb 24, 2025)

Get ready for a slam dunk of a story! The Wizards vs Nets game on February 24, 2025, was a real barnburner! Determined to break their losing streak, the Wizards played their hearts out against the Nets at Capital One Arena. The crowd went wild as the Wizards finally won, 107-99!

It was a super exciting game that started at 7 p.m. ET. The energy in the arena was electric! This win was a big deal for the Wizards like a superhero finally saving the day! They hadn’t won in six whole games, so this victory tasted extra sweet. Everyone was cheering and high-fiving. What a game!

The Wizards vs Nets Game Summary

Jordan Poole led the Wizards with 26 points, including crucial jump shots late in the game. Bilal Coulibaly contributed 20 points to support the team. Ziaire Williams was the top scorer for the Nets, recording 19 points.

The Wizards had lost their previous six games. Their victory over the Nets marked only their tenth win of the season. The Nets had recently won seven of nine games, but this loss hurt their chances of securing a play-in position.

Key Moments

• The Nets were almost winning! They were ahead 95-92, but there were still 5 minutes and 42 seconds left. Then, the Wizards scored 12 points, and the Nets only scored 4. The Nets couldn’t win after that.
• At the remaining of 5:40, Holmes dunks a two-pointer and makes it 94-95. After that, Jordan Poole made a layup with two-pointers. That gives leads to the Wizards 96-95.
• In the remaining 4:46 minutes, Trendon Watford made a layup with a two-pointer for the Nets and gained a slender lead of 96-97 for Nets.
• In the remaining 3:13 minutes, Coulibaly’s layup gave Washington a 98-97 lead, and Poole then scored the team’s next seven points.
• Brooklyn’s scoring drought, following Watford’s layup at 4:45, ended only when Cam Johnson hit two free throws with 13 seconds remaining.

Team Statistics

The Wizards achieved their first game of the season, where they held an opponent to under 100 points, as the Nets only scored 12 points in the fourth quarter. Washington managed to win despite scoring only 18 points in the third quarter. The Nets struggled with their shooting, while the Wizards capitalized on key opportunities to secure the win.

Individual Player Statistics

• Jordan Poole (Wizards): Scored 26 points, making critical shots in the game’s final moments.
• Bilal Coulibaly (Wizards): Added 20 points and made a crucial layup to regain the lead.
• Ziaire Williams (Nets): Led the Nets with 19 points.
• Cam Johnson (Nets): Contributed 17 points.
• Tyrese Martin (Nets): Finished with 15 points, five rebounds, and an assist.

Previous Context

Earlier in the season, on February 5, the Wizards defeated the Nets 119-102. In that game, seven Wizards players scored in double figures. Despite that previous loss, the Nets had a 7 -2 record against Washington since the start of the 2022-23 NBA season.

Playoff Implications

The Nets’ loss puts them 0.29 Pct behind Chicago for the final playoff spot. Brooklyn’s record is now at 21-36 overall and 12-18 on the road. The Wizards, with a record of 10-47 overall and 6-24 at home, aimed to end their losing streak.

Additional Information

The Nets’ coach, Jordi Fernandez, praised Nic Claxton for his improved performance and role as the anchor of the defense. The Wizards’ coach, Brian Keefe, mentioned the need for the team to learn from their experiences. Washington’s defensive struggles have been a season-long issue, as they allow the most points per game in the NBA.

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