Paul George scored a season-high 39 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame Joel Embiid's absence because of an illness in a 153-131 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.

Hoping to finish strong, the Miami Heat will play host to the Washington Wizards on Saturday afternoon. The Heat (40-37) have clinched a spot in the play-in round.

The Los Angeles Lakers have another easy opponent lined up with the Washington Wizards in town for a Monday night matchup. The Lakers just beat the Nets in thei

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid wasn't happy Wednesday when he was ruled out for his team's eventual 153-131 road win over the Washington Wizards with an illness.

The Wizards lost their 15th straight game, and the NBA issued a suspension after a fight vs the Thunder spilled into the stands. The post Wizards Lose 15th Straight as NBA Issues Decision After Thunder Fight appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Washington Wizards and Los Angeles Lakers meet Monday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET.

Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 16 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 23 points and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 145-113 for their sixth straight victory.

The Washington Wizards have released an update on their NBA star, Anthony Davis, before facing the Sixers on Wednesday night.