The Washington Wizards play host to the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena on Thursday evening.

The Wizards (15-31) have dropped seven of their last 10 games, including their last two in a row. This marks the first game of a six-game home stand for the Wizards, as they look to build on their 9-11 home record. Bradley Beal continues to do what ever possible to try to lift his team, as he is averaging 38.0 points on 55 percent shooting, over the last five games. Isaiah Thomas is averaging 12.1 points and 3.7 assists per game, while Ish Smith is averaging 11.0 points, 4.6 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game. Jordan McRae (ankle) will be sidelined through Thursday's action. The Wizards average 115.6 points per game, which is fifth most in the league, but they are giving up a league-high 121.3 points against. They are shooting 46.3 from the field, including 36.6 percent from long range.

Meanwhile, the Hornets (16-31) have dropped eight of their last 10 games, but are coming off a home win in their most recent contest. This marks their first game of a two-game road trip, as they have lost four straight on the road and look to improve upon their 8-16 road record. Devonte' Graham leads the Hornets with 18.3 points and 7.6 assists per game. Terry Rozier is averaging 18.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.1 steals per game, while Cody Zeller averages 11.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. The Hornets average a league-low 103.1 points per game, and they are giving up an average of 110.2 points against. They are shooting 43.3 percent from the field, which is third worst in the league.