Washington Wizards suffer blow before Indiana Pacers Game

The Washington Wizards are hoping to snap a 10-game losing streak today when they take on the Indiana Pacers, but their job just got a little harder to do.

According to The Athletic insider Josh RobbinsJordan Poole has been ruled out with a hip injury, while rookie center Alex Sarr is questionable with an illness.

Poole, 25, will miss his first game of the season against the Pacers, and the Wizards will certainly miss him. He is averaging 21.2 points and 4.9 assists per game for the Wizards this season, and his presence will be missed, especially on the offensive side of the ball.

With Poole out, look for Malcolm Brogdon to have a big role in the offense. Rookie guard Bub Carrington, the overall No. 14 in this summer’s draft from Pitt, will likely step back into the starting five.

The Wizards could also do without Sarr, who is averaging 9.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. If Sarr is to miss today’s game, veteran center Jonas Valanciunas will likely pull the start.

Tipoff between the Wizards and Pacers is set for 17 A.M.

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