Washington stunned the league today, pulling out a brilliant performance to topple heavily-favored Charlotte 114-98. "It hasn't been in the news much, but we've been getting better each game. Today was just the breakthrough in what has been a long process of improvement," said Washington star Gavagan. "I guess the secret's out, though, and we're not going to be catching anyone else off guard."

Washington was led by Gavagan (19 points, 3 blocks), Mulligan (18 points, 9 boards, 1 assists), White (14 points). Charlotte was led by White (20 points, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Gish (12 points, 2 assists, 2 blocks), Horn (11 points, 7 boards, 1 assists, a steal).

With today's victory, Washington are now 12-17 and 10-8 at home. They remain at #5 in the Southeast and remain at #12 overall in the Eastern Conference. Charlotte are now 21-10 with this loss. They remain at #1 in the Southeast and stay at #2 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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