KyShawn George’s 7 Points Give Washington the First-Quarter Edge

Washington edged Charlotte 21-19 through the first quarter, with KyShawn George leading all scorers with 7 points on 3-of-6 shooting. The Hornets stayed within two as Moussa Diabate added 4 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, including 4 on the offensive glass. Alexandre Sarr chipped in 4 points and a block for Washington, while Dennis Schroder had 4 points and 2 assists for Charlotte. Both teams enter at 2-1; Washington ranks 12th in the power index, one spot ahead of Charlotte at 13th.