US EditionHornets post 119-115 win over young Wizards, whose starting 5 had an average age of 20.64 years
Washington's starting lineup averaged 20.64 years, the youngest in NBA history, as the Wizards fell to their ninth straight loss against the Hornets.
- Saturday, the Charlotte Hornets beat the Washington Wizards 119-115, holding a 93-81 lead after three periods and deepening Washington's losing streak.
- Strong first-half shooting by Charlotte, going 24 for 40 and 10 for 16 from 3, helped build the lead over the Wizards.
- Will Riley made his first start for Washington and added seven points in 23 minutes, while Tre Johnson had career highs and the Elias Sports Bureau noted Washington's historically young starting five.
- The loss dropped Washington to 10-34, deepening a season-long slump, and the Wizards will host the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday to open a five-game homestand.
- The Hornets won consecutive games for the first time since January 3-5, with the game moved up six hours due to a winter storm forecast.
20 Articles
20 Articles
Associated Press News
Hornets post 119-115 win over young Wizards, whose starting 5 had an average age of 20.64 years
Brandon Miller scored 21 points as the Charlotte Hornets beat Washington 119-115 Saturday, sending the Wizards to their ninth straight loss.
Hornets send Wizards to ninth straight setback
Brandon Miller scored 21 points, LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges both racked up 20 points and the Charlotte Hornets hit 52.6% of their shots from the field in a 119-115 victory against the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday afternoon.
Wizardscast: Youngest Lineup in NBA History: Wizards Youth Movement Is On! – SportsEthos
Last Updated on January 25, 2026 10:14 pm by Dave Levy | Published: January 25, 2026 https://bleav.com/shows/the-sportsethos-washington-wizards-podcast/episodes/youngest-lineup-…h-movement-is-on/ Dave discusses the Wizards historic young line up, Barkley’s comments, our incredible losing streak and possible NBA draft prospects, while also sending support to Minnesota. FOLLOW us on Twitter: @EthosWizards @DavidAsherLevy
Charles Barkley wastes no time mocking NBA fans during 'Inside the NBA' return
Inside the NBA returned to ESPN on Saturday night after a month-long absence, and Charles Barkley wasted no time reminding everyone what they had — or had not — been missing. While showing highlights from the Washington Wizards‘ 119-115 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, Barkley delivered his assessment of the crowd at the Spectrum Center. “If you went to this game, you had nothing to do today,” he quipped. “If you went to this game, you had nothin…
NBA – With three players with 20 points and more, the Hornets are resisting the Wizards' comeback in the "Money Time" game. With this 18th win, the Hornets reach the same... Read more »
Good game by the Hornets.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 73% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
