On Wednesday, the Washington Wizards secured a 133-120 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in a tight game. Washington was able to take the lead with a powerful performance in the fourth quarter, bringing their record to 2-2. Jordan Poole spearheaded the team, putting up 24 points while dishing out nine assists, grabbing three rebounds, and earning three steals during his 32 minutes of play.
Poole Joins Exclusive NBA List
During a remarkable event, Poole created a milestone in NBA history. StatMamba reported that he was one of just two players, along with Steph Curry, to achieve over 20 three-pointers and more than 10 steals in the initial four games of a season. He has been shooting an impressive 61.5% from three-point range, showcasing great efficiency.
Consistent Production This Season
Poole is off to a strong start this season, maintaining an average of 22 points, 5 assists, and 3 steals per game. Following an all-time high in efficiency, Poole’s ongoing success is crucial for the Wizards. He showed progress compared to his performance in the previous season, scoring an average of 17.4 points and providing 4.4 assists while playing for the Wizards.
Next Matchups for Wizards and Hawks
The Wizards are set to face Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat on Saturday in hopes of continuing their momentum. In the meantime, the Hawks, who currently have a 2-3 record, are preparing for a tough matchup against DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings this Friday.
Both teams have an opportunity for a new beginning in the season following their absence from the 2024 playoffs.
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