Why The Wizards Should Be Focused On Simons Tonight In Portland

The Washington Wizards Will Face The Damian Lillard And The Portland Trailblazers Tonight. Here Is Why They Should Be Focused On Anfernee Simons Tonight

Tonight, all eyes will be on Damian Lillard and rightfully so too. Lillard has hit a number of big shots throughout his career. He has “Curry-Like” abilities and can drop 30 on any given night. The Wizards will have their hands full as this team loves to defend and turn those turnovers they force into offense.

How to Watch Washington Wizards vs. Portland Trail Blazers today:

Game Date: February 14, 2023

Game Time: 10:00 p.m. EST

TV: NBC Sports Washington, NBA League Pass

Stream: FuboTV

From: Moda Center in Portland, Oregon

Injury Report

Here is the Injury Report and Projected Starters for both teams heading into tonight’s game. Projected Starters are subject to change and could be a game-time decision.

.@kylekuzma will be available tonight vs. the Trail Blazers! #DCAboveAll pic.twitter.com/MAnxySaUY6

— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) February 14, 2023

For the Wizards, Kyle Kuzma (Ankle) is back on deck against the Trail Blazers. However, he may be a game time decision. For Portland, For the Blazers, Justise Winslow, (Ankle) Jusuf Nurkic (Calf), and Ibou Badji (Knee) and Jemari Grant (Concussion) are all out versus’& a sky re out for tonight’s game vs. the Wizards. Projected Starter/Injury Report

Washington Wizards:

N/A

Portland Trail Blazers:

Justise Winslow-OUT (Ankle)

Jusuf Nurkic-OUT (Calf)

Ibou Badji III-OUT (Knee)

Jemari Grant-OUT (Concussion)

Projected Starting Lineups

Washington Wizards:

Guards: Bradley Beal, Monte Morris

Forwards: Kyle Kuzma, Deni Avdija

Center: Kristaps Porzingis

Portland Trail Blazers:

Guards: Damian Lillard, Anfernee Simons

Forwards: Cam Reddish, Nasar Little

Center: Drew Eubanks

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— NBA (@NBA) February 14, 2023

The Bottom Line

As we know, injuries are a part of the game. The Washington Wizards have really been missing Kyle Kuzma. He is the guy that pays attention to details and does a lot of the little things that leads to win. With that being said, the Wizards will have their hands full with Damian Lillard as he has been superb throughout his NBA Career. However, if they pay too much attention to Lillard, Anfernee Simons will light them up too. Simons can already be lethal alone. If the Wizards pay too much attention to Dame Time, then Simons will have his way tonight. Washington also needs to limit their turnovers and win the rebounding battle. With Jerami Grant and Jusuf Nurkic not playing in this game, this should be an easy assignment as it will lead to more opportunities for them.