The Washington Wizards will host the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena on Friday.

The Wizards (9-53) have a massive incentive to come out swinging right out of the gates in this one. Following the Detroit Pistons’ win over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday, Washington now holds the worst record in the Eastern Conference. Much like Detroit in the early stages of the season, the Wizards are also riding a massive losing streak that has them sinking in the standings. Following their 119-109 defeat against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, the Wizards have now lost 16 consecutive contests. Their most recent win came on Jan. 29 in a 118-113 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The Wizards have also gone 3-26 at home, easily one of the worst home records in The Association.

Landry Shamet (calf) and Patrick Baldwin (back) are questionable for this game. Marvin Bagley (back) is out, and Isaiah Livers (hip) is out for the season.

The Hornets (15-47) are also in the midst of a rebuilding process, but it seems things have not gone as bad for them as they’ve gone for the Wizards. The Hornets have some interesting young pieces to build around, such as Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges, but the injuries to key players in LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Mark Williams (back) have hurt the team considerably. Charlotte was never expected to make the playoffs, but given its record, the team is now pushing get to secure another high pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. The Hornets are also riding a woeful stretch of their own, and their 101-89 defeat to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday pushed their losing skid to five straight losses. The Hornets have also gone 7-24 on the road this season.

Tre Mann (groin) will be a game-time call for Friday. Seth Curry (ankle), Cody Martin (ankle), LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Mark Williams (back) are all out.