Spurs Look to Flex Muscle Again as Wizards Face Uphill Battle in D.C.
If you’re looking at this Spurs versus Wizards matchup, the contrast between these two teams jumps out immediately. San Antonio rolls into Washington with a 20–7 record, while the Wizards are sitting at 5–21, still searching for consistency. Tip-off is set for Sunday night at Capital One Arena, and on paper, this one already feels lopsided based on recent form and how these teams have matched up before.
The Spurs are coming in hot after absolutely dismantling the Hawks in a 126–98 road win. That game was never really in doubt, and it was another reminder of just how dangerous this San Antonio team can be when things click. Victor Wembanyama didn’t even need heavy minutes to make his presence felt. In just 21 minutes, 26 points and 12 rebounds were put up, and it was done with efficiency and control. The Spurs dominated the glass, controlled the paint, and ran Atlanta off the floor in transition. That kind of balance has been a theme for them lately.
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Washington, to their credit, is coming off a confidence-boosting win of their own. A 130–122 comeback victory over Memphis showed some fight, especially in the second half where the Wizards exploded offensively. Kyshawn George and CJ McCollum each dropped 28 points, and the Wizards outscored the Grizzlies by 23 after halftime. It was one of those games where effort, shot-making, and momentum all aligned.
Still, history between these teams this season hasn’t been kind to Washington. Just a few days ago, San Antonio handled the Wizards 119–94 at home. That game was controlled from start to finish, and the depth of the Spurs really stood out. Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points off the bench, and six different Spurs finished in double figures. It wasn’t about one star carrying the load; it was about structure, pace, and discipline.
That’s where this matchup starts to feel familiar. San Antonio is fully healthy, well-coached, and playing with confidence. The Wizards have shown they can score, especially at home, but defensive consistency has been an issue. A fast-paced game is expected, and that usually favors the Spurs, who thrive when space opens up and ball movement starts to flow.
The expectation heading into Sunday is that San Antonio will once again control the tempo and wear Washington down over four quarters. The Wizards may hang around early, especially with the home crowd behind them, but if the Spurs find their rhythm, the gap could widen quickly. This feels like another night where San Antonio reminds everyone why they’re already being talked about as one of the league’s most complete teams.
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