3 unexpected Wizards standout in blowout loss against Memphis

Washington loses 135-115 to Memphis Grizzlies

After the Washington Wizards' blowout loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, there were a few unexpected standouts for the Wizards. With Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis sidelined due to injuries, Deni Avdija, Rui Hachimura, and Monte Morris stepped up in their absence.

Deni Avdija

Avdija had a breakout game, finishing with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists. He was aggressive on both ends of the court and played with a lot of energy. He was a key part of the Wizards' success in the first half, helping them build a 10-point lead at one point.

Rui Hachimura

Hachimura also had a solid game, scoring 19 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. He was efficient from the field, shooting 7-of-12, and he also hit a couple of three-pointers. Hachimura was active on the boards and played solid defense.

Monte Morris

Morris was a bright spot for the Wizards, scoring 17 points and dishing out 7 assists. He was a good facilitator for the Wizards' offense and helped keep the ball moving. Morris also hit a couple of big shots in the fourth quarter to keep the Wizards close.

Despite the loss, the Wizards can take some positives from the performance of Avdija, Hachimura, and Morris. These three players showed that they can be valuable contributors to the team, and they will need to continue to step up in the absence of Beal and Porzingis.