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NBA Notes: Wizards, Anthony Davis, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets

Wizards Anthony Davis was the best player on the floor in the Wizards’ opener. One of Washington’s most encouraging stretches came while he was watching from the bench. The Wizards pulled ahead in the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s 128-116 win…

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 6:07 PM
NBA Notes: Wizards, Anthony Davis, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets
Key Things to Know
  • Anthony Davis scored 34 points as the Washington Wizards defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 128-116 in their opener.
  • Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson posted nine points in his NBA debut during a 123-103 loss to Memphis.
  • Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr. combined for 59 points in Brooklyn's 110-103 defeat against Charlotte.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Anthony Davis recorded 34 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 128-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in their season opener. Washington secured the win behind a strong fourth-quarter surge from bench and supporting players including Kyshawn George, Justin Champagnie, and Deandre Ayton, allowing Davis and Trae Young to rest during crucial stretches.

Elsewhere, Utah Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson scored nine points in 31 minutes during a 123-103 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets were defeated 110-103 by the Charlotte Hornets despite combining for 59 points from Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr.

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