Wizards Seek First Season Win Against Grizzlies in Home Opener

Grizzlies prepped for Washington game without All-Star guard Ja Morant, while Wizards hope to tighten defense after record loss in season opener.

The Wizards are looking for their first win of the season ahead of their home opener against the Memphis Grizzlies, who are also yet to register a victory.
Both teams are dealing with significant squad changes; the Grizzlies are without All-Star guard Ja Morant due to a 25-game suspension, while the Wizards traded Bradley Beal for Chris Paul.
The Grizzlies have shown promising signs of improvement despite their losses, particularly in their scoring and energy transitioning from defense to offense.
Despite a disappointing start for the Wizards, with record losses in their season opener, there's a focus on enhancing the defensive disposition and improving one-on-one and pick-and-roll play.
Key players to look out for in the upcoming match include the Wizards' Jordan Poole, who scored 18 points in his debut, and the Grizzlies' Desmond Bane, who opened the season with 31 points.