Wizards Get Big Injury News Before Pistons Game

Washington guard Bradley Beal ruled out with left hamstring strain

The Washington Wizards will be without Bradley Beal when they take on the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Beal has been ruled out with a left hamstring strain, the team announced.

Beal is averaging 22.9 points, 5.2 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game this season. He is one of the Wizards' most important players, and his absence will be a big blow.

The Wizards are already without Rui Hachimura, who is out with a right ankle sprain. Hachimura is averaging 13.4 points and 7.8 rebounds per game this season.

With Beal and Hachimura out, the Wizards will need other players to step up. Davis Bertans, Deni Avdija and Kyle Kuzma will need to play well if the Wizards want to win against the Pistons.

What this means for the Wizards

Beal's absence is a big blow to the Wizards, who are already struggling to stay afloat in the Eastern Conference. Beal is one of the team's best players, and his scoring and playmaking will be missed.

The Wizards will need to find a way to replace Beal's production, and they will need other players to step up. Bertans, Avdija and Kuzma will need to play well, and the Wizards will need to get more production from their bench.

The Wizards are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference with a 20-27 record. They are 3.5 games behind the eighth-place Chicago Bulls.

What this means for the Pistons

Beal's absence is a big boost for the Pistons, who are looking to snap a five-game losing streak. Beal is one of the Wizards' best players, and his absence will make it easier for the Pistons to win.

The Pistons will need to take advantage of Beal's absence and play well. They will need to make shots, play good defense and limit turnovers.

The Pistons are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a 15-32 record. They are 6.5 games behind the eighth-place Bulls.