Page 27 - Delon Wright News Today

The Washington Wizards righted the ship against the Grizzlies. Now, they will try to build on that against the Eastern Conference favorites, the Celtics.

Stats, analysis, and commentary.

The Wizards had an embarrassing defensive performance in their season opener at Indiana. They have a chance to look much better at home against Memphis.

The Washington Wizards need to give more playing time to their younger players, address defensive needs at the wing, and pick up a backup center.

The Wizards' approach to Coulibaly's minutes early in the season will be relatively cautious.

Stats, analysis, and commentary.

"Playing fast is our super-power," Andrew Nembhard said after the Pacers ran the Wizards out of Gainbridge Fieldhouse in the season opener for both.

Gallinari is a knock down three-point specialist, but do the Wizards really need a backup center who can only shoot threes but can't rebound or defend?

The Washington Wizards gave up 143 points to the Indiana Pacers in their first game. They need to play rookie Coulibaly more to shore up their defense.

The Washington Wizards open the season against the Indiana Pacers today. Defending All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton will be a problem.