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Wizards drop preseason opener to Nets as Coulibaly, George shine

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 4:25 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Wizards drop preseason opener to Nets as Coulibaly, George shine

Summary

The Washington Wizards faced a 131-122 loss against the Brooklyn Nets in their first preseason game on October 12 at Capital One Arena. Bilal Coulibaly showcased his scoring ability with 19 points on 7-of-11 shooting, while Kyshawn George led the Wizards with an impressive start. Trae Young contributed a double-double but struggled with turnovers, finishing with 11 points and 11 assists and eight turnovers. Both teams displayed notable offense, but the Wizards' defensive issues and turnovers were concerning as they prepare for the rest of the preseason.

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By the Numbers

•Wizards are without Anthony Davis and several other players.
•Coulibaly scored 19 points, hitting three three-pointers.
•Kyshawn George started strong, scoring 12 early points.
•Trae Young recorded a double-double, but with eight turnovers.
•Game took place on October 12 at Capital One Arena.

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4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Wizards Takeaways: Bilal Coulibaly, Kyshawn George Shine vs. Nets

What they're saying

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The Washington Wizards dropped their first preseason game in a 131-122 loss against the Brooklyn Nets as Bilal Coulibaly and Kyshawn George shine, Trae Young flashes, while defense and turnovers remain a concern
— Yahoo Sports

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