Wizards/Raptors Game 6: Why the Wizards Fell Short

The Washington Wizards 2017-18 season is over. The Toronto Raptors came into the Capital One Arena, stayed within striking distance for three quarters, and then imposed their will in the fourth quarter en route to a series-clinching victory.

Coach Scott Brooks blamed the loss on his team’s inability to hit shots and turnovers, but later he admitted–albeit begrudgingly–that the better team did indeed win. He then congratulated Raptors Coach Dwane Casey and called him the “Coach of the Year”.

Coach Casey was equally as effusive with his praise for Coach Brooks, and he also acknowledged that the Wizards weren’t quite at full strength without Otto and Jodie Meeks–yes he said Jodie Meeks.

But Casey…