A great game plan and solid execution gave Charlotte a 114-104 win over Washington. The game looked like a toss-up on paper, with both teams having strengths and weaknesses. But Charlotte coach Bob had his team better-prepared, and the difference was clear when the teams began play. "It's embarrasing to admit, but I was outcoached today," said Washington coach Bob. "Bob had his team prepared perfectly, and his players did exactly what they were supposed to do."

Charlotte was led by Homen (23 points, 18 boards, 7 assists, a block), Horn (13 points, 20 assists), Robinson (20 points, 0 assists, 4 blocks). Washington was led by Hargrove (29 points, a steal), Evans (16 points, a steal, a block), Bovio (12 points).

With this win, Charlotte are now 19-26 and 12-8 at home. They move up to #2 in the Southeast and improve to #10 overall in the Eastern Conference. After the defeat, Washington fall to 19-27. They fall to #3 in the Southeast and drop to #11 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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