The Wizards (12 - 5) extended their winning streak to three games, defeating the Lakers (5 - 14) 111 - 95 on Wednesday night. Washington, which trailed by six at the end of the first quarter, pulled away in the second half, outscoring Los Angeles 24 - 17 in the third period and 33 - 26 in the fourth. The Wizards were led by 27 points and seven assists from Bradley Beal and 17 points and 15 assists from John Wall. Marcin Gortat added 21 points and 11 rebounds, and Paul Pierce chipped in 14 points. Rasaul Butler contributed 14 points and four boards off the bench. The Lakers, whose brief, two - game winning streak was snapped, shot a paltry 39 percent from the floor and committed 13 turnovers, which turned into 20 Washington points. Kobe Bryant led the way with 29 points (11 - 14 FT), but the veteran shot just 8 - of - 22 from the field. Nick Young had 21 points, including five three - pointers, off the bench, and Ronnie Price added 11. Carlos Boozer was the only other Lakers player in double - figures, chipping in 10 points and eight rebounds. Up next, the Lakers travel to Boston to take on the Celtics on Friday. Washington plays host to the Nuggets, also on Friday.
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