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Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall gives powerful response when asked about police brutality

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall spoke out about the experiences of being a Black American during a conversation with David Aldridge of The Athletic. Wall shared the reality of having to avoid predominantly white or wealthy neighborhoods for fear of being “targeted:” “You’re telling me if I want to be a black kid to […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall reflects on the relationship between athletes and citizens in a time of crisis

Washington Wizards guard John Wall offered his perspective on the current state of racial inequality in America amid continued nationwide protests. He specifically expressed the importance of athletes to use their prominent platforms to call for change. “We have a platform outside of this (sports) world,” Wall told The Athletic’s David Aldridge Thursday on the […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall offers candid self-assessment amid D.C., nationwide protests

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall reflected on what it feels like to be Black in America in a week full of protests and outrage following the death of George Floyd last Monday in Minneapolis. "If I get pulled over right now, I’m terrified": As the NBA announces its return, @JohnWall has got more on […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall's 1-year-old son hilariously interrupts live interview

Washington Wizards star John Wall was being interviewed when he was interrupted by his 1-year-old son, resulting to a hilarious yet tender moment. As Wall was answering one of the questions during an appearance on The Kevin Sheehan Show on The Team 980 & 95.9 FM, a toddler’s cute voice was suddenly heard. John Wall’s […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoREPORT: East teams planning as if John Wall will play when 2019-20 season resumes

Because the postseason is within reach for the Washington Wizards, some teams believe point guard John Wall will be on the court when the season resumes. Wall has not played basketball since December of 2018 due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, and both he and the team have said he will not play this year. […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards owner delivers John Wall warning to the rest of the NBA

Despite missing a majority of the 2018-19 NBA season and subsequently the entire 2019-20 campaign, John Wall is not to be trifled with, according to Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis. In an interview with Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington, Leonsis revealed that he is excited about the return of Wall, especially since he expects […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' definitive stance on trading Bradley Beal revealed

Despite being one of the top shooting guards in the league today, Washington Wizards All-Star Bradley Beal continues to see his name floating around in numerous trade rumors. As it turns out, however, the Wizards are intent in keeping their star — at least for the time being. This reports comes from The Athletic’s David […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' Bradley Beal opens up on relationship with John Wall amid trade rumors

Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal spoke at length about his backcourt mate John Wall on the heels of incessant trade rumors during this standby period. The NBA’s second-league scorer noted he and Wall have been close through the years, perhaps even more than most realized. As a guest of HBO’s All The Smoke, Beal […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall claims to be fully healthy, still won't play when season resumes

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall has been away from the game for almost a year and a half, but he just proclaimed he is now fully healthy. The dime maestro declared himself 110% during a conference call with reporters on Tuesday. However, The Athletic’s Fred Katz took it upon himself to echo what Wall and […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards star John Wall assists Washington residents with rent relief program

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall truly enjoys assisting people — both on and off the court. With the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to cripple areas in the nation’s capital, the former Kentucky Wildcat extended a helping hand through a new program called “202 Assist.” The timely cause by the John Wall […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoBreaking down John Wall's total NBA salary from his career

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall will have collected $278,892,145 in NBA money once his current contract expires in the summer of 2023, per Spotrac. The Wizards drafted Wall with the first overall pick in the 2010 draft after playing one season for a star-studded Kentucky Wildcats roster that also featured fellow NBA All-Star DeMarcus […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall makes strong case why Michael Jordan would average 45 points today

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall sat down for an interview with 247 Sports to talk about Michael Jordan in advance of the final two episodes of ESPN’s “The Last Dance” docuseries. What's Michael Jordan's legacy? Let @JohnWall spell it out for you #TheLastDance A preview of Tuesday's Social Distance interview:https://t.co/kp3F9XNm6i pic.twitter.com/3Uo8J7n87f — 247Sports (@247Sports) […]

NBA · 5 years agoLeBron James, Stephen Curry, Paul George won't face impending NBA pay cuts, owe instead

Five of the NBA’s top-10 earners this season; LeBron James, Stephen Curry, John Wall, Blake Griffin and Paul George, will not face a pay decrease on Friday as the NBA prepares to withhold more than $30 million in contract money. They will instead owe a portion of their pay through their 2020-21 salary, according to […]

NBA · 5 years agoJohn Wall's NBA contracts

John Wall was the No. 1 overall pick of the 2010 draft by the Washington Wizards. Since entering the league, Wall has made $145,959,625 through his NBA contracts, per Spotrac. The first contract Wall signed in the NBA was his rookie deal with the Wizards. It was a two-year, $10.67 million contract that paid John […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards should stick with John Wall-Bradley Beal backcourt in 2020-21 season

There’s no clear path to contention for the Washington Wizards. There’s also no clear path to a successful rebuild. Hence, Washington should stick with its star-studded backcourt of John Wall and Bradley Beal for the 2020-21 NBA season. The Wizards are at a bizarre crossroads. They’re 24-40, five and a half games out of the […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall reveals what Wizards must do to compete for a championship

The Washington Wizards are A LONG WAYS AWAY from competing for a championship, but All-Star point guard John Wall still likes the team that general manager Tommy Sheppard and head coach Scott Brooks have assembled around him and fellow star guard Bradley Beal. On the latest episode of All The Smoke with Matt Barnes and […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall argues 'everything's a flagrant foul' in today's NBA

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall loves to play defense because he’s one of the top defenders in the game at his position. However, the Wizards star says you can’t really be physical with guys in today’s NBA because “everything’s a flagrant foul.” On the latest episode of All The Smoke with Matt Barnes […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall opens up about relationship with Bradley Beal: 'We make each other better'

On the latest episode of All The Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, Washington Wizards point guard John Wall opened up about his relationship with shooting guard Bradley Beal. The media is always trying to paint this picture that Wall and Beal don’t like each other when it’s actually the total opposite. Both players […]

Chicago Bulls · 5 years agoJohn Wall speaks out on MVP Derrick Rose: 'Toughest player I've ever played in my life'

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall says MVP Derrick Rose is the toughest player he’s ever played in his life. Wall was a rookie when Rose won the MVP award with the Chicago Bulls during the 2010-11 season. D-Rose won the MVP at 22. He is still the youngest MVP in NBA history. The […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall's favorite Kobe Bryant story features hilarious Gilbert Arenas cameo

Over the past months, we have heard both current and former players alike talk about their favorite Kobe Bryant stories. Washington Wizards star point guard John Wall joined in on the fun, but as it turns out, his narrative involved former teammate Gilbert Arenas significantly — perhaps even more so than Bryant himself. “My favorite […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall once received thousand dollars worth of shoes from Gilbert Arenas

Former All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas had a one-of-a-kind reputation during his playing days. He was not, however, exactly known for being a great teammate (case in point: the infamous gun incident involving then-teammate Javaris Crittenton). However, Washington Wizards star John Wall, who himself was able to play with Arenas for a brief period, shared a […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoVideo: John Wall sends major warning shot to rest of NBA

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall will be out for blood whenever the 2020-21 season starts. Wall, who is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, says he can’t wait to come back and show the world they haven’t even seen the best version of himself yet: John Wall sends a warning to the NBA 😳 […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall responds to rumored bad blood with Bradley Beal

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall sets the record straight that he has no problems with his fellow All-Star and backcourt mate Bradley Beal. The 29-year-old playmaker, who has yet to suit up in the 2019-20 season due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, denied allegations of bad blood between him and Beal in an appearance […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall reveals the toughest player he's 'ever had to guard'

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall was asked on IG live who’s the toughest player he has ever had to guard in the NBA. The Wizards star went with MVP Derrick Rose: I got it off an IG LIVE. pic.twitter.com/Ic4lzA5y3p — …….. (@DTravis93) April 21, 2020 Derrick Rose won the MVP award at the […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall gives definitive answer on whether he'd return if NBA season resumes

As part of an interview with Rachel Nichols of “The Jump,” Washington Wizards point guard John Wall gave a definitive answer when asked if he would be able to play in the event that this season resumes. Wall has been recovering well from his Achilles injury. Even now, in the midst of the NBA’s decision […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoBradley Beal claims he re-signed in Washington for 'control' reasons

It came as somewhat of a surprise when Bradley Beal agreed to a two-year, $72 million extension with the Washington Wizards last October. Including the $37 million player option in the final year, the deal keeps Beal under contract in D.C. through 2022-23, preventing Beal from entertaining lucrative offers this upcoming offseason. That, compounded with […]

Los Angeles Lakers · 5 years agoThe 10 superstars that could lose the most money if the 2019-20 NBA season is canceled

NBA players could soon be forced to “refund” part of their salaries if the league decides to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 season in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Players could be forced to forgo a portion of their salary under the Force Majeure clause. A potential 25% of player salaries would be […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall will help Wizards improve from 2nd-worst defensive team, claims GM

The Washington Wizards had the second-worst defense in the NBA before the 2019-20 season was suspended due to COVID-19. However, general manager Tommy Sheppard believes the team is going to improve defensively through the draft, free agency and simply by getting John Wall back in 2020-21. Wall, the Wizards’ All-Star point guard, is recovering from […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall 'knows everything about basketball,' claims Scott Brooks

Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks says All-Star point guard John Wall is a basketball savant. Brooks believes Wall “knows everything about basketball.” Coach Brooks on John Wall and what he brings to the team. Listen to Coach's full interview on the first episode of Full Court Press on@WashWizardsPN! 👉 https://t.co/aEamWzNUsB pic.twitter.com/PpmwsODzyI — Washington Wizards […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoClip surfaces of John Wall posterizing teammate in recent workout

It looks like Washington Wizards star point guard John Wall’s Achilles rehab was going really well prior to the NBA suspending play due to COVID-19. Before the NBA closed its facilities down, Wall was working with the Wizards’ G League affiliate and he recently dunked all over G League guy Garrison Mathews. Via Fred Katz […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWhy is John Wall never considered an elite player?

When John Wall entered the NBA with the Washington Wizards back in 2010, expectations were sky high. He was the No. 1 overall pick of the draft and was considered one of the best point guard prospects we had seen in quite some time (along with Derrick Rose in 2008). He was blindingly fast. He […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' John Wall will not play this season no matter what

Many had hoped that the 2019-20 season hiatus would bring a new twist upon its return. The potential for a John Wall return to the Washington Wizards at some point this season was among the possibilities, but it looks like that’s not in the cards. The Wizards point man had good results in his rehabilitation […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoMarcin Gortat regrets leaving John Wall, Wizards for Clippers

Retired big man Marcin Gortat reminisced on his stints with Washington Wizards and L.A. Clippers, noting that he wished he could’ve done more while playing alongside star guard John Wall. To recall, Gortat spent five seasons (including four playoff appearances) donning the Wizards jersey where he was the team’s starting center. Those years in Washington […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoJohn Wall motivated more than ever to make full recovery, per Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard

Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard believes franchise point guard John Wall is motivated more than ever to make a full recovery. Wall is rehabbing his torn Achilles tendon and making really good progress. The Wizards can’t wait to get Wall back in the lineup next season: “We’re extremely pleased with John’s condition right now, […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoJohn Wall is going to be elite when he comes back, per Scott Brooks

Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks has no doubt that All-Star John Wall is going to come back as one of the best point guards in the NBA next season. Wall won’t play for the Wizards this season as he continues to rehab his Achilles tear: “He’s putting his work in. He hasn’t played a […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoBradley Beal recalls addressing the Wizards alpha talk with John Wall

The Washington Wizards boast of having one of the best backcourts in the league in John Wall and Bradley Beal. And while the Wizards made the playoffs four times during a five-year span, the star-studded backcourt created problems as well. Chemistry issues ran rampant within the Wizards rumor mill, and speculations that Beal and Wall […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoWizards star John Wall reveals what he's 'trying to get to' before playing again

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall won’t play this season as he recovers from his Achilles tear. Speaking to Wizards reporters on Thursday, Wall said there’s a few things he has to get to before he can play at full speed again, via Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. John Wall is pleased with […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoWizards' John Wall always planned to sit out entire 2019-20 season

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall says he always planned to sit out the entire 2019-20 season. Wall is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon. No one inside the Wizards organization has an issue with Wall sitting out the season: Tonight at #Wizards bowling event. John Wall was asked when did he get to […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoJohn Wall participates in 'bits and pieces' of Wizards practice

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall practiced with the team on Wednesday in “bits and pieces,” according to head coach Scott Brooks. Now before Wizards fans start to get all excited, Brooks maintained there’s been no change in Wall’s status; he’s still not expected to play this season (via the Washington Post’s Candace Buckner): […]

Washington Wizards · 6 years agoVIDEO: Wizards star John Wall's Achilles rehab looks like it's going well after latest monster dunk

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall won’t play this season, but his Achilles rehab looks like it’s going well. Wall has been throwing down nasty dunks during his pregame workouts. The latest one was pretty filthy: John Wall still has plenty of bounce🔥https://t.co/JhTMH9h60l — Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) February 12, 2020 On July 22, Wizards […]

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