The Washington Wizards, struggling with a record of 3-19, are set to face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who stand at 14-11, in an attempt to end their three-game losing streak. The matchup will take place on December 12, 2025, at Capital One Arena, with the game scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET.
For fans planning to watch, the game will be available for streaming on Fubo, and local television broadcasts can be found on MNMT and FDSOH. Tickets for those interested in attending the game in person can be purchased through platforms like StubHub.
As the teams prepare for the match, both sides are dealing with injury challenges. The Cavaliers will be without key players including Larry Nance Jr. (calf), Max Strus (foot), Sam Merrill (hand), and Jarrett Allen (finger). On the Wizards’ side, they will miss Bilal Coulibaly (oblique), Tre Johnson (hip), Corey Kispert (thumb), and Khris Middleton (knee). Additionally, Malaki Branham is listed as questionable with a thumb injury, and Alex Sarr will also be sidelined due to an adductor injury.
An interesting statistic to consider ahead of the game is that the Cavaliers are averaging 118.6 points per game, which is 9.7 points fewer than the 128.3 points the Wizards allow their opponents to score. Meanwhile, the Wizards find themselves scoring an average of 112.4 points per game, which is just three points shy of what the Cavaliers typically surrender (115.4).
This matchup serves as an important opportunity for the Wizards to regroup and possibly spark a turnaround against a competitive Cavaliers team. The combination of the Wizards’ desperation for a win and the Cavaliers’ need to maintain their momentum sets the stage for an intriguing contest in the heart of Washington.