On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the Washington Wizards played against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. The Wizards won the game with a score of 114–113. This victory brought their season record to 8-24.

Alexandre Sarr stood out for the Wizards with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Bub Carrington also contributed with 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. For the Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 33 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.

The game started with the Bucks taking a narrow lead in the first quarter, scoring 32 points to the Wizards’ 30. The Wizards responded in the second quarter, outscoring the Bucks 35 to 30. This gave the Wizards a small lead at halftime.

In the third quarter, the Bucks tried to regain control by scoring 26 points, while the Wizards scored 21. In the final quarter, the Wizards scored 28 points, surpassing the Bucks’ 25 points, leading to a 114-113 victory for the Wizards. The Wizards made 19 three-pointers, which helped them secure the win.

Alexandre Sarr was a key player for the Washington Wizards. He scored 20 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. His performance helped the Wizards secure the win against the Bucks.

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks with 33 points and 15 rebounds. He made 12 of his 21 shots. Despite his efforts, the Bucks fell short by one point.

Bub Carrington also had a strong game for the Wizards. He contributed 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. His play was important in the Wizards’ narrow victory.

What’s Next

The Washington Wizards, with their record now at 7-24, remain at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. This win against the Milwaukee Bucks may give them a small boost in confidence, but they still have a long way to climb. The team needs to string more wins together to move up from the 14th position.

The Milwaukee Bucks hold a 14-19 record, placing them 11th in the Eastern Conference. This close loss to the Wizards does not help their playoff aspirations. They need to improve their record to break into the top 10 and secure a better spot for postseason contention.

The Washington Wizards will face the Brooklyn Nets at home on Friday, January 2, 2026. This game will be held at Capital One Arena. After that, the Wizards will play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, January 4, 2026, also at home.

The Milwaukee Bucks will play their next game against the Charlotte Hornets at home on Friday, January 2, 2026. This game will take place at Fiserv Forum. Their following game is away against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

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