After back-to-back wins over Charlotte and Miami, the Atlanta Hawks have suffered three consecutive losses. Each contest — on the road against the Hornets and Thunder, with a home game against the Warriors — represented a significant challenge for Lloyd Pierce’s team and, while there have been encouraging moments, all three games resulted in double-figure losses for Atlanta.
Losing three in a row would provide a sense of urgency for any NBA club but, on Wednesday, the Hawks combine the aim for a streak-busting win with a situation that appears rather favorable. The Washington Wizards land at State Farm Arena for the first of four match-ups between the two teams this season and the visiting team enters with a 10-14 record.