PREVIEW: The Washington Wizards arrive at Chase Center ranked dead last in spacing on offense and near the bottom in defensive rebounding, struggling mightily on both ends of the floor this season. Fresh off snapping a brutal 16-game losing streak with a dominant 133-110 road victory over Utah on Wednesday , the visitors will attempt to build momentum against a Warriors squad that has been equally inconsistent lately. Golden State, conversely, leads the league in three-point attempts and ranks fourth in passing efficiency, showcasing a more modern, perimeter-oriented identity. The Warriors claimed their second consecutive win after edging Brooklyn 109-106 at home , though they remain stuck in a murky middle ground in the playoff race. The Wizards' ball movement struggles starkly contrast with Golden State's offensive creativity, and Washington's inability to defend the rim or crash the glass will pose major challenges against a team that generates easy looks through movement and spacing. Meanwhile, the Warriors' vulnerability on the perimeter defensively could be exploited, particularly given Washington's more aggressive approach in their latest outing. Golden State has dominated this matchup recently, winning each of their last seven meetings against Washington , yet the Wizards showed they can compete when fully engaged offensively. Friday night's contest will ultimately come down to whether Washington can sustain their recent offensive improvements or whether Golden State's superior depth and system pull them toward another convincing victory at home.