Washington Wizards: 3 Keys to Victory In Game 3 Against Hawks

Washington Wizards: 3 Keys To Victory In Game 3

Apr 19, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard Brandon Jennings (7) shoots the ball over Atlanta Hawks guard Jose Calderon (13) in the fourth quarter in game two of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 109-101 and lead the series 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter Jr. (22) is fouled on his shot by Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) as center Cody Zeller (40) defends in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 118-111. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Get Otto Porter Going Early

The Washington Wizards are allowing John Wall and Bradley Beal to take a high volume of shots. So far through two games, Wall is shooting 21-for-44. Beal is shooting 21-for-48. While both are shooting better than 40 percent, Otto Porter Jr.’s numbers have taken a huge hit.

There are definitely more assists to go around for Wall. Porter has taken just 13 shots in the first two playoff games, making five total.

Wall and Beal have got to find a way to get Porter going. He hasn’t been the same since the All-Star Break. He’s scored over 20 points just once since the break back on Mar. 8 against the Denver Nuggets. Since then, he hasn’t been his usual efficient self.

To seal a Game 3 victory, the Wizards need to look to get Porter going early with some open looks in sets. Adding what Porter can do to what Wall and Beal have already done this series would be icing on the cake.