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Wizards’ Anthony Davis after 44-point night: ‘We’re not playing any defense’

Anthony Davis gave the Wizards 44 points Monday. What he wanted afterward was a few more stops. Returning from a two-game injury absence, Davis finished with 13 rebounds and shot 16-of-21 from the field in Washington’s 122-111 loss to the…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 7:09 AM
Wizards’ Anthony Davis after 44-point night: ‘We’re not playing any defense’
Key Things to Know
  • Anthony Davis criticized the Wizards' defense despite scoring 44 points in a 122-111 loss to the Pistons.
  • The Detroit Pistons defeated the Washington Wizards 122-111, handing Washington its third straight loss.
  • Davis returned from a two-game injury absence, adding 13 rebounds and shooting 16-of-21 from the field.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Anthony Davis scored 44 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, but the Washington Wizards suffered a 122-111 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Monday. Returning from a two-game injury absence, Davis shot 16-of-21 from the field, including 30 first-half points. Despite his performance, Washington dropped its third consecutive game to fall to a 4-7 record on the season.

Following the defeat, Davis heavily criticized the team's defensive execution, stating they were not defending, rebounding, or guarding the ball effectively. Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff credited his team with limiting Davis' teammates, while Wizards coach Brian Keefe emphasized that the developing squad needs to build consistency.

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