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Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' GM Tommy Sheppard not interested in just chasing the 8-seed

Under longtime general manager Ernie Grunfeld, the Washington Wizards always preferred sustained mediocrity over full-blown rebuilding. Less than a week after officially being named Grunfeld’s replacement, Tommy Sheppard is already signaling he will take a much different approach to the Wizards’ future. In the three and-a-half months since Sheppard assumed Grunfeld’s responsibilities on an interim […]

Los Angeles Clippers · 5 years agoReport: Clippers inquired about James Harden, Bradley Beal before trading for Paul George

The LA Clippers searched for different potential partners for Kawhi Leonard before sealing the deal to sign him. They analyzed and studied every roster and star player in the league, hoping to find the best potential fit to play next to Leonard, both on the court and personality-wise. According to The Athletic, the Clippers inquired […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years ago3 questions remaining for the Wizards after free agency

The Washington Wizards made numerous moves in free agency, but they were quiet ones. They landed Ish Smith and Isaiah Thomas for their backcourt, traded for Davis Bertans, and retained young big man Thomas Bryant. None of those acquisitions moved the needle for a Wizards team that is in desperate need of meaningful change. Washington […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' Ted Leonsis says having 3 max players is antithetical to team building

The NBA is always changing, and this summer represented a drastic alteration in how players decide to team up. Ted Leonsis of the Washington Wizards noticed. Previously, “big threes” were the trend. The Miami Heat. The Golden State Warriors (even though that was kind of a big four). The Cleveland Cavaliers. Teams were building title […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards owner Ted Leonsis says Washington has let fans down, ownership will become more involved

Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis admitted that the team has not lived up to fan expectations on Monday, and accepted that it was the owner’s fault: Leonsis says "we’ve let them (Wizards fans) down…our owners are going to be more involved. You constantly have to gauge back and forth-is it good to be involved or […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoJohn Wall congratulates new GM Tommy Sheppard, welcomes Sashi Brown, Daniel Medina to Wizards

Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall says Monday was a good day for the Wizards. The Wizards named Tommy Sheppard as the full-time general manager and hired Sashi Brown and Daniel Medina as well. Brown will serve as chief planning and operations officer for the Wizards, while Medina will serve as chief of athlete […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' GM Tommy Sheppard clarifies 'fastest trade' comment regarding Dwight Howard trade

Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard clarified his “fastest trade” comment on Monday regarding the Dwight Howard trade. The Wizards traded Howard to the Memphis Grizzlies earlier this summer. Sheppard told ESPN it was the fastest trade ever and it only took 15 minutes to complete. The new Wizards GM says that was mostly because […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards owner Ted Leonsis admits John Wall likely won't play in 2019-20

Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis admits All-Star point guard John Wall likely won’t play in 2019-20. Wall is recovering from an Achilles injury: Ted Leonsis said John Wall "probably won't play next season" & starts each day reading updates on how he's progressing with his Achilles injury. — Michael Lee (@MrMichaelLee) July 22, 2019 John […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoTommy Sheppard says Washington has no plans to trade Bradley Beal if he declines extension

The Washington Wizards are hopeful that Bradley Beal will re-affirm his commitment by signing a multi-year extension later this week. But even if the ever-improving guard opts against putting pen to paper, general manager Tommy Sheppard is adamant Washington will hang on to him. Sheppard, appointed the Wizards’ full-time chief decision-maker last week after holding […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoReport: Wizards to offer Bradley Beal 3-year, $111 million max extension when eligible Friday

The Washington Wizards have every intention to offer shooting guard Bradley Beal a three-year, $111 million maximum contract extension when first eligible on Friday, July 26, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “At the very first moment allowed, we are going to offer Bradley the full max extension,” said newly-named general manager Tommy Sheppard. Beal would […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoBradley Beal's agent says no decision made yet on possible extension with Wizards

The Washington Wizards and Bradley Beal have an important date coming up this week. The Wizards can offer Beal a three-year, $111 million extension on July 26, but it sounds like the two sides aren’t close to striking a deal just yet. In an interview with Candace Buckner of The Washington Post, Beal’s agent, Mark […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' Ted Leonsis, Tommy Sheppard explain thought process of hiring 'football guy' Sashi Brown

The Washington Wizards appear to be close to rounding out their team’s new front office for the upcoming season. Team owner Ted Leonsis and newly-appointed general manager Tommy Sheppard recently spoke with Fred Katz of The Athletic, as they shed some light on how the team came to a decision to hire former NFL team […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoReport: Wizards' Bradley Beal withdrawing from USA Basketball activities this summer due to birth of child

Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal has withdrawn from USA Basketball training camp and the consequent FIBA World Cup due to the expected birth of his child in late August/early September, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Beal is now one of several stars who have pulled out of participating in this quickly approaching World […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards had Bradley Beal in their draft room to discuss changes that would help complement him

The Washington Wizards have taken a carefully inclusive approach to this offseason, keeping All-Star shooting guard Bradley Beal in the cockpit of it all, as a large part of their future hinges on his presence with the franchise. New general manager Tommy Sheppard brought Beal into the draft room to help guide the direction of […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoOwner Ted Leonsis says Wizards are trying to model the Clippers

Following the firing of longtime president Ernie Grunfeld after 16 years of service, the Washington Wizards have tried to revamp their front office with one franchise in mind as the perfect model — the L.A. Clippers. “The team that we most wanna look like who we stumbled into mirroring a little bit organizationally is the […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoOwner Ted Leonsis thinks Wizards can turn things around fast

Most analysts expect the Washington Wizards to have another forgettable year next season. Superstar point guard John Wall is still recovering from his season-ending Achilles injury and is not looking likely to play a significant role for Washington next season. Moreover, All-Star shooting guard Bradley Beal has constantly been rumored to be a trade candidate. […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards GM Tommy Sheppard on Dwight Howard — 'The quickest trade I've ever done in my life'

Newly-named Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard quickly put his chops to work in the offseason, hoping to get a cemented place in the front office at the wake of former president Ernie Grunfeld’s firing. Trading Dwight Howard to the Memphis Grizzlies was among his first moves after taking over the brass in an interim […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoEx-Georgetown coach John Thompson III, ex-Browns exec Sashi Brown join Wizards' front office

More than three months after the 2018-19 season came to a close, the Washington Wizards have made Tommy Sheppard’s job as general manager official, also announcing an expansion of their front office with former Georgetown coach John Thompson III and former Cleveland Browns front office mind Sashi Brown as vital pillars of their revamped brass. […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoLast few weeks were viewed as 'trial run' for new Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard

Washington Wizards team owner Ted Leonsis removed the interim label on general manager Tommy Sheppard, promoting the former senior vice president to the full-time position in July. Curiously, after Leonsis removed long-time executive Ernie Grunfeld from the role at the beginning of April of this year and tabbed Sheppard for the interim job, the Wizards’ […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoEven with new GM, Bradley Beal unlikely to accept extension offer

Despite removing the interim tag off new general manager Tommy Sheppard, Washington Wizards star shooting guard Bradley Beal will most probably not sign an extension with the D.C. franchise. Via Chase Hughes in NBCSports Washington: On July 26, the Wizards can officially offer Beal a contract extension worth approximately $111 million over three years. But […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards to promote G League coach Jarell Christian to Scott Brooks' coaching staff

Jarell Christian could soon be part of a bigger operation in the nation’s capital. The Washington Wizards recently made changes to their front office, promoting Tommy Sheppard to the role of general manager. Sheppard has a lot of things on his plate as the Wizards plan toward the future of the franchise. Likewise, he is […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoReport: Washington agrees to deal with Michael Longabardi to become assistant coach

The Washington Wizards have hired Michael Longabardi to coach Scott Brooks’ staff, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. The Washington Post reported on Friday that newly-appointed general manager Tommy Sheppard had discussed the prospect of joining the Wizards with Longabardi, who spent last season as associate head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 46-year-old was […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoReport: Washington in talks with Cavs' defensive coach Michael Longabardi for role in Scott Brooks' coaching staff

The Washington Wizards have engaged in preliminary discussions with Cleveland Cavaliers defensive coach Michael Longabardi about joining Scott Brooks’ staff, according to Candace Buckner of the Washington Post. The Wizards removed the interim tag from Tommy Sheppard’s title on Friday, making him full-time general manager. He assumed the role upon the April firing of longtime […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoTommy Sheppard to become Wizards' new full-time GM

The Washington Wizards are planning on promoting interim general manager Tommy Sheppard to the full-time job, per Fred Katz of The Athletic. No formal contract materializes yet, but Fred Katz added than an “official announcement” could arrive next week. The Wizards cut ties with its long-time chief decision-maker Ernie Grunfeld in April of 2019 but […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' Rui Hachimura not surprised by the insane media attention

Washington Wizards ninth overall pick Rui Hachimura has had plenty of cameras and mics darting his way since being drafted out of Gonzaga last month. The 21-year-old Japan native has had this large a following since his college days, but the coverage has boomed exponentially since he became the first Japanese player to be drafted […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards still rejecting all Bradley Beal trade overtures

The Washington Wizards have reportedly rejected all trade overtures by the Miami Heat for shooting guard Bradley Beal, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. The next sequential step would be for the Heat to re-engaged conversations if Beal rejects a three-year, $111 million contract extension, which he is eligible to receive starting July […]

Miami Heat · 5 years agoRumor: Heat could try trading for Bradley Beal, John Wall

The Miami Heat managed to make a splash with the addition of former Philadelphia 76ers star Jimmy Butler. It seems they could be looking to make another splash before the start of the 2019-20 NBA season. There has been plenty of speculation regarding the Washington Wizards’ plans for their backcourt duo of John Wall and […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoThe Wizards can net Bradley Beal by committing to Tommy Sheppard first

The Washington Wizards’ most pressing question is less than two weeks away from an answer: Will Bradley Beal stay with the team? That response will be layered with plenty of underlying ifs and buts — yet if the franchise hopes to pitch Beal into staying on a three-year, $111 million extension on July 26, they […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards signed Isaiah Thomas in part to help John Wall during his recovery

The Washington Wizards believe Isaiah Thomas can help John Wall, not only by backing him up on the court but by also inspiring the All-Star guard in his recovery. Wall has been sidelined since February because of an Achilles injury. He already underwent surgery, but he is expected to be out for the most part, […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWhy Bradley Beal should demand a trade

I’m not someone who is all that fond of the ever-increasing amount of NBA players who demand trades. I think it hurts the sport, and there is going to come a point where it starts driving certain fanbases away from the game. But if there is anyone in the NBA who should want out of […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoActing GM Tommy Sheppard speaks on how the Wizards are helping Rui Hachimura adapt to the NBA

Rui Hachimura is being asked to do a lot. The Washington Wizards are attempting to rebound from a massively disappointing 2018-19 season. The team failed to reach the playoffs for the second time in six years. The Wizards posted their lowest win total in seven seasons and saw their most expensive player, John Wall, go […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards rookie Rui Hachimura speaks on his fame in Japan and the United States

In baseball, Asian pitchers have historically drawn large crowds. People from thousands of miles away will come out or tune in to see a countryman compete in the best league in the world. With limited examples, it looks like we will see the same result in the NBA. Washington Wizards rookie Rui Hachimura has drawn […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoRumor: Wizards' front office uncertainty could cause Bradley Beal to leave

The Washington Wizards have managed to navigate a stormy offseason with plenty of questions surrounding the franchise. Among them is Bradley Beal’s future with the franchise and the need to set a front office in stone after more than three months since longtime president Ernie Grunfeld was fired at the end of the regular season. […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoREPORT: Wizards' offseason moves draw mixed reactions around the NBA

The Washington Wizards have not been the most active of teams this summer, but the moves that they have made are slightly puzzling to front offices around the league. According to Candace Buckner of The Washington Post, while rival executives praised the Wizards for re-signing budding center Thomas Bryant and offloading Dwight Howard, many were […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoRUMOR: Bradley Beal extension not a done deal for Wizards

Bradley Beal became the first player in Washington Wizards history to average at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists in the same season, making his second straight All-Star team and leading the NBA in total mileage. After failing to make an All-NBA team and thus being ineligible for the supermax, Beal still expressed […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years ago3 biggest takeaways from the NBA offseason for the Wizards

The Washington Wizards find themselves in an extremely strange place heading into the 2019-20 season, and it’s not just because they haven’t named a full-time general manager yet. With one of the better backcourt duos in the NBA in John Wall and Bradley Beal, the Wizards should be competing on an annual basis. But injuries […]

Oklahoma City Thunder · 5 years ago5 NBA stars who could be next to be traded

The NBA offseason is always filled with major shakeups, but this year’s has been one of the most active in recent memory, with many different stars changing teams by way of trade or free agency. Nearly two weeks after the new league year, teams may not be done just yet. Here are five stars who […]

Miami Heat · 5 years agoHeat's Bam Adebayo digs Bradley Beal's 2012 tweet in recruitment attempt

Washington Wizards All-Star shooting guard Bradley Beal is getting recruited to the Miami Heat by big man Bam Adebayo, and it’s all due to a tweet from Beal’s past. “I like the Heat over anyyy team,” Beal enthusiastically tweeted in January 2012 during the LeBron James-led Miami squad’s dominant season. Adebayo, the Heat’s 21-year-old rising […]

Miami Heat · 5 years agoReport: Heat would take on John Wall's contract if it landed them Bradley Beal

The Miami Heat would reportedly take on John Wall’s monster contract if it landed them Bradley Beal, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. The Heat have expressed strong interest in acquiring Beal from the Washington Wizards, but it doesn’t appear the Wizards are interested in trading the All-Star shooting guard. Wall, whose supermax […]

Washington Wizards · 5 years agoWizards' Isaiah Thomas will have a big opportunity, but his minutes will be managed

The Washington Wizards are planning to take all precautions with recent signing Isaiah Thomas, hoping he can complete a comeback story that has faced many hurdles since his initial hip injury in 2017. Interim general manager Tommy Sheppard spoke about what made the Wizards take a chance on a player who has now played a […]

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