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Breaking down Beal's decisions vs. Sacramento
Why did Bradley Beal shoot so much against the Kings? Did he exhibit poor shot selection, or was he not put in the right position to succeed by his coaching staff? We break down the film.
The Wizards still miss Nene
The Wizards have managed to string together a few wins since the injury to Nene on February 23, but there are still areas where they badly miss the Big Brazilian.
Beal's dagger: A video breakdown
Bradley Beal hit the biggest shot of last night's game, but he got plenty of help from his teammates. We break it down.
Was switching the problem vs. the Spurs?
Randy Wittman suggested that one reason the Wizards lost a double-digit lead to the Spurs Wednesday was excessive switching on defense. But did the Wizards actually switch too much in the second half? If so, were the switches damaging?
H2Owned: How the Wiz iced the Splash Brothers
The Wizards went back to their roots on Tuesday night and played stifling defense against the Warriors by holding the backcourt of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson to just 13-40 shooting.
The half-court offense is a train wreck
The Wizards' half-court offense has struggled throughout the year, but in Wednesday night's defeat at the hands of the Boston Celtics, it fell to new lows. What exactly went wrong?
Breakdown: How Nene saved the day
A quick breakdown of the final Wizards defensive stand.
When a long 2 is OK
The Wizards offense has been a disappointment this season, largely due to their propensity to fire away from midrange. But there can be some good long two-pointers. We point out a couple plays where we can live with the shot.
Beal is put in bad situations
Bradley Beal's inefficient scoring is on him, but the Wizards' sets that get Beal involved don't help matters.
Stop switching
Last year's Wizards' defense was much more traditional and conservative. This year, they are trapping ball-handlers and engaging in far too many switches both on and off the ball. Maybe that's why the defense has fallen off.
Wall's D is improving
In his fourth year in the league, John Wall is emerging as a high-impact defender. What is he doing differently this season? We break it down here.
Gortat's pick and roll brilliance
The Wizards are beginning to see their trade for Marcin Gortat pay off. How much has his presence been felt in this offense led by John Wall? We break it down here.
A closer look at Wall's rising court sense
An excerpt from this week's SBNation.com column on the Wizards' point guard.
Wizards late-game execution needs work
Washington nearly blew a once 25-point lead Wednesday night in Cleveland in large part due to their offensive execution late in the ball game. What exactly went wrong, and how can it be rectified? We break it down here.
The stretch that doomed the Wizards
Was there anything to Nene's angry words towards the Wizards' young players following their collapse in San Antonio? A look at the critical stretch that cost Washington the game says yes.
How OKC corralled Wall
The Oklahoma City Thunder threw a lot of different looks at John Wall in their win over the Wizards on Sunday night. How did Wall perform under these circumstances? We break it down here.
When should Wall be shooting threes?
John Wall hit five of eight three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the 76ers and is averaging nearly five attempts per game from downtown. Is this is a good development? We discuss when it's appropriate for Wall to rise and fire from downtown.
Why is Beal struggling?
Bradley Beal has been stuck in shooting slumps like this before, so why is this one any different? Because he's forcing shots that he hasn't in the past.
How does Gortat fit in?
How quickly can Marcin Gortat fill the void left by Emeka Okafor? Where is he better? Where is he worse? We discuss these questions with a quick film breakdown.
A special pick and roll
The injury to Emeka Okafor has opened a world of opportunity on the offensive end for Randy Wittman. We break down one specific play that can and has been used in late-game situations.
The Wizards' 'Loop' play
Taking a look at one of the Wizards pet plays, the triple baseline screen. How effective is it with John Wall in the lineup?
VIDEO: The Wizards' corner misdirection fade
A video compilation of a unique set play the Washington Wizards run that takes advantage of John Wall's court vision and the team's desire to generate more corner three-point attempts.
Summer checklist: Kevin Seraphin
By the end of the 2011-12 season, Kevin Seraphin looked like one of the key cogs in the Wizards rebuild. Just a year later and he's being looked at as a player who could have his rights renounced by October 31st. What went wrong?
Summer checklist: Martell Webster
One small tweak in one small area of Martell Webster's game could make him an even better player in 2013-14.
Summer checklist: Trevor Booker
Trevor Booker fell out of the rotation with his less-than-stellar play for the Wizards in 2012-13. Here's how he can improve and emerge as a heady spark plug off the bench in year four.
Summer checklist: Bradley Beal
Bradley Beal is coming off a solid rookie season where he emerged as an elite three point shooter. How can he build on his success from last year?
The mechanics of stardom
John Wall's jump shot has improved over the last few weeks, and it was especially on point in Wall's 47-point outburst against the Grizzlies. But what has really changed with Wall's shooting motion? We break down film to find out.
Nene vs. McGee, on the court
The Wizards, stylistically, are a completely different team with Nene on the court instead of JaVale McGee. We break down some of those critical differences.
Beal's high-post offense
Bradley Beal is developing his pick-and-roll game from a unique spot on the floor: the high post. Video breakdown of the Wizards' newest play in the playbook.
Breaking down Wall's nightmare game
Video breakdown of John Wall's poor decisions in the pick-and-roll vs Toronto.
Martell's breakout season
Video breakdown of Martell Webster's campaign for a Most Improved player award
How the Wizards guarded Melo
Video breakdown of how the Wizards Defended Carmelo Anthony in the fourth quarter in their win over the New York Knicks