Between a losing record and two blown fourth-quarter leads, there are plenty of reasons for Washington Wizards fans to be down on the team through the first slate of games.
But there's still 90 percent of the season left, and Wizards fans have plenty to still be hopeful about.
Some reasons are surprises, while others are constants. Bradley Beal and John Wall are two obvious reasons the Wizards still have high playoff hopes despite a losing record.
A few not-so-expected things have happened as well, which complement the consistencies. These unexpected things keeps the Wizards (for now) out of the "They Should Consider Tanking" category.
Other teams in a similar place to the Wizards through the first few games include the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks—teams that the Wizards will be fighting against all season for a playoff spot.
But if these three surprises can turn themselves into constants as the season progresses, the Wizards will find themselves ahead of the pack.
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Pleasant Surprises from Washington Wizards Early Slate of Games
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