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Rookie guard Bub Carrington could do no wrong in their 109-97 loss to the Orlando Magic on Thursday, and that's what matters for the franchise right now.
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Orlando has won all three meetings by at least 15 points versus Washington this season.
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Jones will return to action Thursday after missing Sacramento's previous contest due to a right lower contusion.
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Bub Carrington and the Wizards lost big to the Magic on Thursday, but Marcus Smart still thinks the world of the organization so far.
The Sacramento Kings made a late push but ultimately came up short on Wednesday against the Washington Wizards, falling 111-116 on the road in a game that was frankly painful to watch for long stretches.
Washington Wizards rookie Bub Carrington's viral moment with Sacramento Kings big man Jonas Valanciunas made a lot of buzz because of the wholesome hilarity that ensued on the court. This led the the young star to share his thoughts about what happened.
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Rookie Wire on MSNBub Carrington set another Wizards record after career performanceWizards rookie Bub Carrington registered another franchise record on Thursday after setting a new career high in scoring in a loss against the Magic.
The Washington Wizards are the first team in NBA history to have three rookies knock down over 100 3-pointers in a single season. The Wizards' rookie threesome of Carlton Carrington (121), Kyshawn George (107), and Alex Sarr (100) have knocked down at least 100 3-pointers in their first year in the league.
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Wizards rookie Bub Carrington scored 11 points in the frame and Marcus Smart added 10 when both made a pair of 3-pointers when Washington scored 6 points off 4 turnovers. The Magic led just 81-76 entering the final 12 minutes. The Magic, who entered Thursday with the 20th free throw percentage in the league (77.5%), shot well above that.
Kings fall 116-111 to struggling Wizards team. With coach Christie losing the locker room and playoff hopes fading, can Sacramento save their
Paolo Banchero had 33 points, a career-high 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Washington Wizards 109-97.