Published 12/18/2008
by Shaun Ahmad
at Bleacher Report - NBA
Turmoil in Washington Extends Beyond Capitol Hill
With more than a quarter of the season in the books, the Washington Wizards have limped to a 4-19 start, changed coaches, and spent the season without their superstar point guard.
With 59 games remaining, the Wizards would need to win nearly 65 percent of their games just to finish at .500. The task may not sound daunting for some teams, but when you consider how dismal the Wizards have been so far this season, losing 65 percent of their remaining games would be a much more realistic expectation. Under new head coach Ed Tapscott, Washington has stressed defense more than ever before. The effort has been present, especially from the younger players. Unfortunately, the results have not been as pleasing. Washington has given up more than 100 points in six of its last 10 contests. To no surprise, they have lost each time. With three of their next five games coming ...
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