Jordan Poole led the Washington Wizards to a narrow 116-111 victory over the Sacramento Kings, scoring 23 points and helping the team snap a three-game losing streak. The Wizards, tied for the fewest wins in the NBA, had Bub Carrington and AJ Johnson each contribute 19 points, with additional support from Tristan Vukcevic and Anthony Gill.

For the Kings, DeMar DeRozan was a standout, scoring 20 of his 29 points in a valiant fourth-quarter effort, but it was not enough to overcome a 14-point deficit. Despite their late-game push, including a 34-25 scoring run in the fourth, the Kings fell short, further jeopardizing their position in the play-in tournament.

The Miami Heat have found their rhythm, securing a dominant 120-94 victory against the Washington Wizards, marking their fifth consecutive win. Bam Adebayo led the charge with 28 points and 12 rebounds, while Tyler Herro contributed 27 points. This impressive victory positions the Heat as only the third team in NBA history to rebound from a losing streak of at least 10 games to achieve a winning streak of at least five.

Despite missing key players like Andrew Wiggins and Duncan Robinson due to injuries, the Heat showcased their depth, with Pelle Larsson and Terry Rozier each adding 15 points. Jordan Poole was the standout for the Wizards, scoring 35 points and setting a franchise record with seven 3-pointers. However, the Wizards' struggles continued, suffering their 49th double-digit loss of the season.

In an entertaining game where the Washington Wizards triumphed over the Philadelphia 76ers 119-114, Hollywood star Will Smith made a surprise appearance, drawing attention with his courtside presence. Wizards guard Jordan Poole greeted Smith warmly, exchanging smiles and hugs, reminiscent of a father-son dynamic. Fans humorously noted their resemblance, and the interaction sparked jokes about past incidents involving both Smith and Poole. Despite the excitement around Smith's attendance, Poole's performance, with 18 points and 7 assists, highlighted the Wizards' victory.

Jakob Poeltl showcased an impressive performance, scoring 21 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 112-104 victory over the Washington Wizards, effectively breaking their four-game losing streak. Immanuel Quickley also contributed significantly for the Raptors with 21 points and seven assists, while Scottie Barnes nearly achieved a triple-double, finishing with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists.

The Wizards struggled again, marking their fifth consecutive loss despite Jordan Poole's 23-point effort. AJ Johnson and Bob Carrington also had notable performances, scoring 17 and 15 points, respectively. The game was marred by a significant injury to Keyonte George, who sprained his left ankle early in the match, potentially impacting Washington's future games. The Raptors capitalized on their opportunities, particularly at the free-throw line, where they shot 20 for 27, compared to the Wizards' 23 for 34.

Jakob Poeltl led the Toronto Raptors with a double-double, scoring 21 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in a crucial 112-104 victory over the Washington Wizards, ending their four-game losing streak. Immanuel Quickley also shone with 21 points and seven assists, while Scottie Barnes contributed significantly with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists.

For the Wizards, Jordan Poole scored a team-high 23 points, but their struggles continued as they suffered their fifth consecutive defeat. The game was marked by Keyonte George's unfortunate injury, which further depleted the Wizards’ lineup. The Raptors took control late with key plays from Ochai Agbaji and A.J. Lawson.