WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards lost by a combined 64 points to the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics over the last two games, and Thursday's 141-101 home defeat to the Celtics was soul-crushing. However, veterans CJ McCollum and Khris Middleton won't let the young group lose its way.

Second-year wing Kyshawn George explained after Friday's practice how their “Finding Nemo”-style approach helps the squad. Expand Tweet

“Their consistency in their emotions, I'd say. It's super steady, super calming,” the former Miami Hurricane said. “Regardless of what happens, you just keep going, keep swimming. They know what it takes. They come back the next day with the same focus level and precision of being a pro and being able to execute what we have to do.”

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