Brooklyns Victory Could Lead to Draft Disaster: Expert Analysis on Upcoming Game Against Washington

New York Post journalist **Brian Lewis** has published an article discussing the Brooklyn Nets and their upcoming game against the Washington Wizards. According to the analyst, both teams are aiming to navigate the season in a way that positions them for high draft picks.

The game between Washington and Brooklyn is scheduled for the night of November 17 at 2:00 AM MSK.

The Brooklyn Nets are continuing their season with an eye on the draft as they face off against Washington, which is also struggling. The Nets currently boast a record of 1-11, placing them alongside the Wizards and the Indiana Pacers for the worst marks in the NBA, thus enhancing their chances for a high draft pick.

«Winning for Brooklyn would feel like a loss, even if promising young players—Yegor Dyomin, Noah Clauni, and Drake Powell, all 21 or younger—perform well. Meanwhile, the team is focusing on developing their skills in preparation for the future.

Despite Cameron Thomas’s injury, the Nets have shown improvement in their play. Their defensive rating has improved from 128.5 to 120.8 over the last five games, allowing them to play more competitive basketball. Conversely, Washington is enduring a ten-game losing streak, holding the league’s worst defensive metrics and net rating, making Sunday’s contest crucial for draft positioning.

The season is lengthy, and Brooklyn has four significant matchups remaining with Washington that will be vital in determining how closely they can approach the top lottery spots and secure a potential franchise player in the upcoming draft,” Lewis noted.

Alexander Ovechkin met with Yegor Dyomin: