Powered by an unexpected source, shorthanded Wizards nearly drop Knicks
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The Washington Wizards found unexpected offensive support from Justin Champagnie, who scored a career-high 31 points, but ultimately fell short to the Knicks in overtime.
Despite missing their leading scorer, the Wizards relied on lottery picks Bilal Coulibaly and Bub Carrington alongside Justin Champagnie, who surprised with a standout performance.
Jalen Brunson shined with a season-high 55 points, showcasing his clutch shooting in the fourth quarter and overtime, contributing significantly to the Knicks' victory.
The Wizards had opportunities to tie the game late in overtime but struggled with free throws and a missed three-pointer, leading to their close defeat.
Read at Washington Post
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