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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Several players on the Washington Wizards had quality stat lines in their 119-102 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night, but third-year forward Cam Whitmore wasn’t one of them. The former Houston Rocket finished with just two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3-point), one rebound, and two turnovers across 11 minutes. […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr became the youngest player in franchise history to notch 30-plus points and 10-plus rebounds in a game on Tuesday, but something else about his performance went under the radar. The 20-year-old dished five assists for the third straight game, and he’s now fifth among NBA big men […]

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Chet Holmgren is ruled out for Thursday’s matchup against the Washington Wizards, which is the second consecutive game he’ll miss due to a sore back. The Thunder improved to 5-0 in Holmgren’s absence in a 107-101 win against the Sacramento Kings, Oklahoma City’s first home game since raising its championship banner on […]

Last season, Alex Sarr was the breakout player for the Washington Wizards. On Tuesday, he cemented his place in franchise history, ironically in an overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. He scored 31 points and had 11 rebounds in 34 minutes of play. In the process, Sarr, 20, became the youngest player in Wizards history […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo shared his reaction to the Khris Middleton trade during a recent appearance on The Thanalysis Show, hosted by his brother and teammate Thanasis Antetokounmpo. The former MVP called the experience “weird” and explained how he found out about Middleton being dealt to the Washington Wizards last season in exchange for […]

Cooper Flagg dunked through traffic and made sure he gave the crowd something to cheer. He hung on the rim, let the moment breathe, and soaked in an electric crowd. The Dallas Mavericks rookie rose above the fray Friday at American Airlines Center, slammed home a two-handed finish, and reminded everyone why he was the […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Wizards didn’t have their finest outing in Wednesday’s season opener, but a narrative within the fan base gained momentum. Second-year wing Kyshawn George was one of their best players in the 133-120 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, tallying 21 points (7-15 FG, 3-6 3-point) with nine rebounds, four assists, two […]

Washington Wizards forward Khris Middleton experienced an emotional return to Milwaukee, revisiting familiar grounds. Walking through the Fiserv Forum tunnels on Wednesday before the Wizards’ season-opening 133-120 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Middleton acknowledged it felt surreal to be on the opposing side of a court he once called home. The 34-year-old spent 11-plus seasons […]

On Wednesday evening, the Washington Wizards will kick off their 2025-26 NBA season with a road game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The game will mark the return of Khris Middleton to Milwaukee after the team traded him to Washington last year in exchange for Kyle Kuzma, who hasn’t exactly earned glowing reviews during his time […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — While conventional wisdom says not to read too much into the preseason, the Washington Wizards’ first two exhibition games suggested that they made the right moves over the summer. In addition to drafting Texas guard Tre Johnson, Illinois forward Will Riley, and Florida State guard Jamir Watkins, the Wizards traded guard Jordan […]

The Washington Wizards franchise has gone through plenty of iterations throughout its 64 seasons of existence to this point. Beginning their stint in the NBA in Chicago as the Packers and then the Zephyrs, the franchise moved to Baltimore for the 1963-64 season — changing their name to what remains the most iconic moniker for […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards open their preseason slate against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, which will be their latest showcase of a potential future star. Rookie guard Tre Johnson, whom the Wizards picked No. 6 overall in June’s draft, will play his first game since Summer League. The University of Texas product is […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In 2023, the Washington Wizards’ new regime decided to rebuild with young talent after five straight losing seasons with a veteran core under the prior administration. However, it still keeps elder statesmen like CJ McCollum around to set an example for the kids. During Wizards Media Day on Sept. 29, the 34-year-old […]

The Washington Wizards have yet to acquire D.C.-area native Kevin Durant since he got drafted in 2007, but they did get a shooter inspired by him. The Wizards drafted Texas guard Tre Johnson No. 6 overall in June, who played for the same college as the 15-time NBA All-Star. Johnson told ClutchPoints on Monday’s Media […]

As the Washington Wizards prepare for the 2025-26 season, one name has quietly slipped under the radar, a name that deserves just as much attention, if not more. That player is Kyshawn George, the 6-foot-9 Swiss wing who flashed enormous potential during his rookie season in Washington. While his numbers may not leap off the […]

Jordan Poole didn’t hold back when asked about his reunion with former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevon Looney. Speaking during New Orleans Pelicans Media Day on Tuesday, the 25-year-old guard expressed excitement about teaming up with Looney again while also taking a subtle jab at his former team, the Washington Wizards. “I’m super excited, man. […]

With the 2025–26 NBA season a month away, a new report has shed light on Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey’s draft-night intentions. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the 19-year-old forward preferred to land with the Washington Wizards, not the Utah Jazz, who ultimately selected him No. 5 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. “This […]

The Washington Wizards enter the 2025-26 NBA season in a position they have not enjoyed for quite some time: optimism. After years of drifting through lottery seasons and patchwork roster moves, the franchise has finally begun to carve out a clearer identity. Their young core of Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, and Bub Carrington has energized […]

The Washington Wizards have assembled an intriguing mix of young players with potential for the 2025-26 season. With two-way contracts, NBA teams are able to keep tabs on young players they are interested in without having to use a standard roster spot. The Wizards made such a roster move this weekend with the late offseason […]

When the 2025-26 season officially opens later next month, the Washington Wizards will be chuck-full of young prospects as they continue to navigate a rebuild. The Wizards are not going to be contending for anything anytime soon, but they have managed to assemble an intriguing group of prospects. Playing time is going to be crucial […]

The upcoming NBA season tips off on October 21. In the meantime, teams around the league are preparing for training camp, which begins in late September. The Washington Wizards are a young team to keep an eye on as the organization continues to rebuild. However, they may be without one of their key contributors in […]

There comes a time in every rebuild when patience must finally pay off. For the Washington Wizards, the 2025-26 NBA season represents a crucial checkpoint in their long and often painful reset. After bottoming out at 18-64 last season, the worst record in the Eastern Conference, the Wizards have undergone a transformational summer. They shed […]

August is typically the slowest part of the year for NBA fans, but the Washington Wizards’ faithful were spoiled this time. 2023 No. 7 overall pick Bilal Coulibaly and 2024 No. 2 pick Alex Sarr have gotten minutes with France in the EuroBasket tournament, while 2024 No. 24 pick Kyshawn George competed for Canada in […]

This year’s EuroBasket tournament features some of the premier players in the world representing their countries. As group play continues, France’s national team is one of the favorites. The team is headlined by Olympic standout Guerschon Yabusele, as well as young talent like Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr. However, the Washington Wizards center’s tournament is […]

A Group D clash between Slovenia and France at EuroBasket 2025 ended in chaos Friday after the final buzzer when a routine postgame handshake turned into a brawl. As the last seconds ticked away in France’s 103-95 victory, players from both teams began shaking hands at midcourt. Among them was Los Angeles Lakers star Luka […]

The Washington Wizards enter the 2025-26 NBA season as one of the league’s most intriguing rebuilding projects. Their roster blends aging veterans like C.J. McCollum and Khris Middleton with promising young talents such as Alexandre Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, and rookie sharpshooter Tre Johnson. Add in recent additions like Marvin Bagley III and a strong Wizards […]

John Wall’s decision to officially retire from the NBA made headlines on Wednesday. The five-time All-Star announced his decision during a video on his social media accounts. Wall is the latest star to hang up his shoes as many anticipate LeBron James’ potential retirement after this season. With Wall receiving his flowers following a decorated […]

John Wall officially announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday morning after sharing a heartfelt post on Instagram. Despite not being on the Washington Wizards’ roster since the 2018-19 season, the organization managed to acquire a former Kentucky basketball star on the same day Wall retired. Reports indicate that the Wizards are signing former […]

Former Washington Wizards guard John Wall officially announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday in an emotional Instagram post. In the wake of the announcement, longtime teammate Bradley Beal shared a heartfelt message reflecting on their time together in Washington. “Congratulations to my brother @JohnWall on retiring from the NBA,” Beal posted on X, […]

One of the most electrifying guards to ever play the game of basketball has finally decided to call it quits. Former Washington Wizards star point guard John Wall announced his retirement from the NBA via a post on social media on Tuesday. “To my family, my mom especially, thank you for all your sacrifices,” Wall […]

John Wall has officially announced his retirement from the NBA. The 34-year-old made the announcement in an emotional Instagram farewell message on Tuesday. “I’ve been chasing the ball since I could barely walk. Driveways, parks, packed gyms, 5 a.m. workouts — I gave this game everything I had,” Wall said in his retirement video on […]

Less than two months removed from the 2025 NBA Draft, front offices are turning their focus to next year’s group of prospects. Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper fueled a heated NBA tank race last season. Several highly touted prospects atop the 2026 class — including Kansas’ Darryn Peterson and BYU’s A.J. Dybansta — could have […]

The Washington Wizards appear to be playing the long game with discipline and patience. Over the past few seasons, the front office has quietly stockpiled talent, cap flexibility, and future draft capital without sacrificing their ability to compete on a nightly basis. They’re not rushing into splashy, short-term moves. Instead, they’re hoping to build the […]

The Washington Wizards are no longer wandering aimlessly in the wilderness of the Eastern Conference. After a series of smart, forward-looking moves in the 2025 offseason, there’s finally a direction in D.C. Cam Whitmore looks like a potential two-way star. Tre Johnson, taken No. 6 overall, may end up being the best shooter in his […]

The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Deni Avdija from the Washington Wizards via trade in the summer of 2024. Since then, Avdija has become a bit of a fan favorite while the franchise rebuilds the roster. However, although he likes being in Portland now, Avdija admits he felt betrayed by Washington when the trade initially went […]

In a Summer League full of uncertainty, Tre Johnson was one of the few sure things. Across just two games, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft proved he was a step ahead of his peers, scoring 39 points in 55 minutes while showcasing shot versatility, offensive poise, and NBA-ready scoring instincts. […]

Washington Wizards guard CJ McCollum acknowledged that the NBA’s new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is flawed but emphasized the progress made in player compensation and league growth during a recent appearance on The Young Man and the Three podcast. McCollum, 33, joined Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson, Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson, and Boston Celtics […]

There comes a time in every rebuild when the moves start making sense. This is when short-term pain finally gives way to strategic progress. For the Washington Wizards, that moment may have arrived. Years of lottery losses and bloated contracts had left the franchise stuck in the mud. However, the 2025 offseason has offered a […]

After the Washington Wizards reached a buyout agreement with Marcus Smart, who is expected to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, they reached a new buyout agreement with Blake Wesley. Wesley, who was traded to the Wizards from the San Antonio Spurs as part of a deal centered around Kelly Olynyk, reached a buyout deal […]