Feb. 22, 2026Updated 2:30 pm EST
The Charlotte Hornets (26-31) will visit the Washington Wizards (16-39) after winning six straight road games.
How to watch Charlotte Hornets vs. Washington WizardsCharlotte vs. Washington odds
Injury reportsHornets
Coby White: Out (Calf),
Liam McNeeley: Out (Ankle)
Wizards
Alex Sarr: Out (Hamstring),
Cam Whitmore: Out For Season (Shoulder),
Trae Young: Out (Knee),
Anthony Davis: Out For Season (Finger),
Justin Champagnie: Questionable (Knee),
Kyshawn George: Questionable (Toe),
Tristan Vukcevic: Questionable (Hand),
D’Angelo Russell: Out (Not Injury Related)
Stats to know
On a per-game basis, the Hornets record 7.3 fewer points (115.4) than the Wizards give up (122.7).
The Wizards score an average of 112.5 points per game. That’s only 1.2 fewer points than the 113.7 the Hornets give up.
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