Kyshawn George led the Washington Wizards in scoring against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, putting up 24 points. He was perfect from the field, making all eight of his shots and hitting six out of eight three-pointers. George also contributed four assists and three rebounds in his 31 minutes on the court. The Wizards lost to the Suns, 130-123.
What It Means
George’s 24-point performance against the Suns is a standout game for him this season, as he exceeded his scoring projection by 17 points. In recent games, he has been averaging just 7.2 points per game this season. His shooting efficiency was impressive with an overall shooting percentage of 80% and a three-point shooting percentage of 75%. This game marks one of his best performances this year, considering he usually averages only 1.3 made threes per game at a rate of just over 25%. Despite his efforts, the Wizards have struggled this season with a record of 5-29 when he’s played.
