Anthony Davis praises Wizards crowd after season opener victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Anthony Davis scored 34 points in the Washington Wizards' 128-116 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on October 22. In his post-game remarks, Davis expressed gratitude for the support from the home crowd at Capital One Arena, stating they contributed to the team's performance. He noted the attendance was an improvement from last season, where fans often faced disappointing games. Washington's victory marked its first winning record since November 2022. The Wizards' roster has seen changes, including the acquisition of Trae Young and veterans like Khris Middleton and Deandre Ayton, creating optimism for fans. Davis acknowledged the long season ahead, emphasizing the need for continued improvement to attract more fans.
- •Davis leads Wizards with 34 points in opener
- •Wizards improve attendance from last season
- •Washington achieves first winning record since late 2022
- •Team features new additions like Trae Young
- •Davis acknowledges ongoing challenges ahead
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Anthony Davis praises Wizards crowd in home opener, jokes that first game last season felt like 'Dress Like a Seat Night'
"Davis, who scored 34 points in Washington's win over the Bucks, said that the crowd was 'great': 'They got us over the hump.'
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