Washington’s stronger early record meets Atlanta’s higher-scoring offense in a tight test of the teams’ contrasting strengths.
The 4-3 Wizards host the 4-4 Hawks Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. ET, with a chance to widen the early-season gap between them. Washington sits 14th in the power index, five places ahead of Atlanta at No. 19, and owns a +14 point differential to the Hawks’ +10. Atlanta averages 115.25 points per game, while Washington has allowed 107.43, setting up a test of the Wizards’ defense against the Hawks’ scoring. The key frontcourt matchup pairs Washington’s Anthony Davis, with 161 points and 64 rebounds in seven games, against Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson, who has 56 assists and 63 rebounds in seven games but is questionable with a left ankle sprain. Washington’s ability to keep Atlanta below its scoring pace—and Johnson’s availability—could decide which team gains ground.