The Hornets defeated the Wizards, 124-117. Gordon Hayward recorded 27 points, nine assists, and five rebounds for the Hornets, with LaMelo Ball adding 25 points, six rebounds, and six assists in the victory. Kyle Kuzma tallied 17 points, six rebounds, and one assist for the Wizards in the losing effort. The Hornets improve to 1-0 in East Group B play, and 3-5 in the regular season, while the Wizards fall to 0-1 in East Group B play, and 2-6 in the regular season.