After a franchise-record 12-game losing streak to open the season, the Wizards showed that winning can be an excruciating experience as well. They blew a 15-point fourth-quarter lead and put fans at Verizon Center through an unnecessarily suspenseful finish before defeating the Portland Trail Blazers, 84-82.

Elation followed, but it was muted. No streamers fell from rafters. No champagne celebrations in the locker room. Just the realization that the Wizards (1-12) still have the NBA’s worst record — but at least they are no longer winless.

via Michael Lee of The Washington Post