Another outstanding game from Russell Westbrook, quality performances from Ish Smith and Robin Lopez off the bench, and a decent game from Rui Hachimura was enough to the Wizards to dispatch the Charlotte Hornets and lock down 8th place in the Eastern Conference.
They’ll face the injury-riddled Boston Celtics Tuesday night in the NBA’s play-in tournament. If the Wizards win, they’ll earn the 7th seed and a first-round matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. If they lose, they’ll take on the winner of the Indiana Pacers at Charlotte Hornets play-in game.