The Washington Wizards defeated the Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on Friday, October 30, 2026, led by Anthony Davis with 25 points and 13 rebounds. Trae Young added 21 points, seven rebounds and nine assists as Washington used a decisive third quarter to secure the NBA Cup group-play victory at Capital One Arena.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

First Quarter: Hornets Establish an Early Lead

Charlotte finished the opening quarter ahead 26-22. It was the Hornets’ highest-scoring period of the night and gave them a four-point advantage before Washington reversed the direction of the game.

Second Quarter: Washington Moves Ahead

The Wizards outscored Charlotte 29-20 in the second quarter, turning their early deficit into a 51-46 halftime lead. Washington’s 29 points represented its best offensive quarter.

Third Quarter: Wizards Take Control

Washington created the separation that decided the contest by outscoring Charlotte 28-13 in the third. The Wizards entered the fourth ahead 79-59 after winning the middle two quarters by a combined 57-33.

Fourth Quarter: Charlotte Narrows the Final Margin

The Hornets won the fourth quarter 20-16, but recovered only four points of their 20-point deficit entering the period. Washington finished with a 16-point victory in regulation.

Key Performers

  • Anthony Davis, Wizards: Led all scorers with 25 points and collected a team-high 13 rebounds for a double-double.
  • Trae Young, Wizards: Delivered 21 points, seven rebounds and nine assists, accounting for half of Washington’s 18 assists.
  • Brandon Miller, Hornets: Led Charlotte with 19 points and added seven rebounds.
  • Moussa Diabate, Hornets: Paced Charlotte with 12 rebounds.
  • Dennis Schroder, Hornets: Finished with a team-high eight assists.

NerdSports Stat: Washington won by 16 despite being outscored 72-66 on field goals. The difference was a 29-7 advantage at the free-throw line, giving the Wizards 22 more points on free throws.

Game Analysis

Free Throws Offset Washington’s Modest Shooting

The Wizards shot 38.4% from the field, making 28 of 73 attempts, but converted 29 of 35 free throws for an 82.9% rate. Charlotte made just seven of 12 at the line. That substantial difference allowed Washington to win comfortably without a particularly efficient field-goal performance.

Charlotte’s Shot Volume Does Not Translate Into Points

The Hornets attempted 101 field goals to Washington’s 73, yet made only two more baskets. Charlotte finished at 29.7% overall and 21.4% from three-point range, connecting on 12 of 56 attempts from beyond the arc. Washington made 10 of 30 threes, shooting 33.3%.

Charlotte also held narrow advantages in rebounds, 55-53, and assists, 22-18. Neither offset its shooting difficulties or the free-throw disparity. The third quarter was especially costly: Charlotte scored just 13 points while Washington extended a five-point halftime lead to 20.

What the Result Means

Washington moved to 3-3 overall and 2-1 at home, while Charlotte fell to 3-3 overall and 1-2 on the road. The result gives the Wizards a victory in NBA Cup group play, though the supplied results do not establish either team’s group position. Both teams return Monday, November 2: Washington hosts the Orlando Magic, and Charlotte hosts the Detroit Pistons, with both games scheduled for 4:30 p.m. PST.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets game on October 30, 2026?

The Washington Wizards defeated the Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on October 30, 2026.

How many points did Anthony Davis score?

Anthony Davis scored 25 points. His individual shooting percentage was not provided in the available game statistics.

What are Washington Wizards’ standings after this game?

After the win, the Washington Wizards sit at 3-3 in the Eastern Conference. Their exact conference ranking was not provided.

Who was the best player in the game?

Anthony Davis was the standout performer with a game-high 25 points and a team-high 13 rebounds.