Wizards visit Hornets for crucial game on Friday
(NBA.com Washington Wizards)

The Wizards (27-37) have won two straight heading into Friday´s critical matchup in Charlotte, the first of a road back-to-back that culminates Saturday night in Minnesota. Washington has split its series with the Hornets (29-35) so far this season, but lost their last trip to the Spectrum Center in February. The two teams will meet for a fourth and final time next week in D.C.