Kevin Broom

1 week ago | bulletsforever.com | Kevin Broom

Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images The Wizards committed to tanking for a tie with the Utah Jazz for the NBA’s worst record this season. All established veterans were stripped from the rotation. None were added back even when two-way forward JT Thor was a late scratch, which left them with just seven players available. A string of wacky and improbable plays — including a buzzer-beater from Bub Carrington, who doesn’t turn 20 for another 99 days.

1 week ago | bulletsforever.com | Kevin Broom

Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images With a “must lose” game on the schedule, the Washington Wizards took the court against the Chicago Bulls with only eight players available, the oldest and most experienced of whom was 23-year-old Justin Champagnie. Champagnie entered the game with just 1,813 career minutes spread over four seasons — with 1,263 coming this season. He was on a two-way contract until about a month ago.

2 weeks ago | bulletsforever.com | Kevin Broom

Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images Bub Carrington had the best game of his career (so far), and the Wizards lost to the Orlando Magic by 12. Carrington’s night was special — 32 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists, and just 1 turnover. He hit 12-18 from the floor and 7-10 from three-point range. He posted new career highs in points and threes and looked confident with step-backs and sidestep pull-up bombs. His teammates couldn’t keep pace against a stout Orlando defense, and the Wizards lost by 12.

3 weeks ago | bulletsforever.com | Kevin Broom

Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images The Washington Wizards beat the Sacramento Kings last night, and the Utah Jazz got stomped by the Houston Rockets, which means Washington will almost certainly finish with the NBA’s second worst record this season. When it comes to trying to lose, Utah has been serious while the Wizards started playing better. Over their past 20 games, the Jazz have just two wins.

3 weeks ago | bulletsforever.com | Kevin Broom

Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images At least they didn’t lose by 53 again. This time — against the Miami Heat — Washington lost by 26 despite Miami just 28.1% from three-point range. It’s the Wizards’ 23rd loss this season by 20 or more points. If you didn’t watch this one, I congratulate you for your mental health. If you bailed early, I commend your decision-making. If you stayed to the final buzzer, I welcome you to the Wizards Bandwagon. What else are we to do on a Monday night in March?