Jefferson, Charlotte Hornets hold off Washington Wizards

Al Jefferson had 18 points and 12 rebounds to guide the Charlotte Hornets to a 92-88 win over the Washington Wizards.

Brian Roberts had 18 points, Gerald Henderson added 17 points and five assists and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist gave 13 points and 13 boards for the Hornets, who have won three of their last four.

Bradley Beal had 18 points and 11 rebounds and John Wall added 16 points and 10 assists for the Wizards, who have lost their past three.

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