Kobe Bryant on the Washington Wizards? Why It’s A Fun Idea To Think About

Kobe Bryant on the Washington Wizards? Why It’s A Fun Idea To Think About by Oscar Adams

The Washington Wizards are 7-2, currently second in the Eastern Conference, without Bradley Beal in the lineup. Beal, who went down with injury during preseason against the Charlotte Hornets, has been sidelined for about six weeks after requiring wrist surgery. Washington has been able to replace some of his production by placing Garrett Temple in the starting lineup and by getting some unexpected contribution from Rasual Butler off the bench.

However, the Wizards have yet to beat a formidable opponent and it’s clear that they need their starting shooting guard back to compete with the league’s best.

Bradley Beal practiced today, without any limitations, and it looks like he’ll return to the court later this week:

Bradley Beal practiced today as expected. He participated in scrimmages, etc. pic.twitter.com/HupehqhlO5 — Jorge Castillo (@jorgeccastillo) November 17, 2014

More from the Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post:

Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal, out since Oct. 10 with a fractured left wrist, is expected to return to practice this week and is “hoping” to make his season debut Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

The Wizards’ schedule will pick up this week and they’ll be faced with their toughest opponents of the season thus far.

Washington will meet the Dallas Mavericks at home, followed by a nationally televised game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. Bradley Beal marked the Cavaliers game on his calender a long time ago, so it’s not surprising that he’d return on Friday.

John Wall and Co. have done a terrific job of winning games they’re supposed to win in the absence of Bradley Beal, and with him back in the lineup, they could potentially make some noise before the All-Star break. Let’s hope all goes well and Beal returns to the court this Friday.