Published 17:06 IST, January 27th 2021

Bradley Beal visibly upset on bench as Wizards fall 3-10 after loss vs Rockets

After the Washington Wizards' 107-88 loss against the Houston Rockets, star Bradley Beal was visibly upset as he sat on the bench with his head in his hands.

Reported by: Devika Pawar
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'Free Beal' is what fans wrote on social media after Washington Wizards lost 107-88 against Houston Rockets. With a roster boasting Bradley Beal and Russell Westbrook, team has failed to win games – also influenced by a depleted roster and a string of postponed games. After ir recent loss – featuring former player John Wall – guard Bradley Beal looked disheartened as he took bench. 

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Bradley Beal disappointed over Wizards vs Rockets loss

In ir second straight loss, Wizards failed to defend against Rockets. While John Wall dropped 24 points, Victor Oladipo and Eric Gordon both added 20 points each. For Wizards, one scored over 20 except for Beal. 

Fans seemed to share Beal's courtside disappointment – where 27-year-old was sitting while shaking his head. "Bradley Beal looks like he is in hell," one user said, while many seemed to agree. Some fans pointed out that Beal has been miserable in Washington for a long time and needs to play with a team which will uplift his potential. "Idk last time i saw a player that upset," wrote ar NBA fan. 

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On or hand, however, many fans seemed to believe Beal should t have signed an extension if he wanted to win so bad. "Should've never signed extension but still Free em," is what one fan wrote, while ar stated that Beal needed to go play for a team like Golden State Warriors. Much before 2020-21 season began, Beal was linked to Golden State Warriors – who were apparently interested in acquiring Beal. 

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Wizards win-loss record

Currently, Wizards are occupying last spot on Eastern Conference points table with a 3-10 record. Detroit Pistons, who rank above m, have one win more. While games have been postponed, team has failed to perform even with Westbrook and Beal. y last won 128-107 against Phoenix Suns, which marked end of ir three-game losing streak. 

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Bradley Beal extension with team

In 2019, Beal signed a $72 million extension with team. extension lasts till 2023, which had confirmed Beal's loyalty to team despite a constant loss. By time Beal's extension ends, he will have earned $215,894,943 with team. 

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17:06 IST, January 27th 2021