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Wizards’ win streak ends at 2 with deflating loss to Hornets 116-110

By NBC Sports Washington

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The Wizards dug themselves an early 21-point hole against the Hornets Friday night and never recovered, falling to Charlotte 116-110.

Bradley Beal led all scorers with 40 points, including seven three-pointers, but ultimately it was in a losing effort.

Kemba Walker led the Hornets with 28 points, five other Hornets finishing in double figures.

One thing you should know about the game: The Wizards turned the ball over 17 times, which the Hornets converted into 27 points.

What’s next: The Wizards host the Grizzlies Saturday night at 7 p.m. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. on NBC Sports Washington and MyTeams.

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Related story: The Wizards have shown a need for speed since acquiring Jabari Parker and Bobby Portis.

Former WTOP sportscaster Dave Johnson among 9 in latest DC Sports Hall of Fame class

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The D.C. Sports Hall of Fame's 2024 class includes one team of distinction and nine individuals, including former WTOP Sports Director and D.C. United play-by-play voice, Dave Johnson. Johnson will be inducted during a ceremony before the Nationals-Reds game on July 21, as will Nats legend Ryan Zimmerman, H.D. Woodson High coach and teacher Bruce Bradford, Maryland basketball player Vicky Bullett, Washington football executive Charley Casserly, "the father of Black basketball" E.B. Henderson, Mystics star Chamique Holdsclaw, Nationals pitcher Emil Leonard and D.C. United standout defender Eddie Pope.
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