Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas (17) goes to the basket against Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (21) and forward Maxi Kleber (42) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) looks to shoot against Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole, center, passes the ball past Dallas Mavericks guard Quentin Grimes (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)