Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

AJ Dybantsa outplayed Darryn Peterson in messy Summer League matchup

The showcase game on the opening night of NBA Summer League featured a matchup between the top two picks in the 2026 Draft. No. 1 triumphed in a game featuring a ton of young talent and a ton of fouls.

Hornets' first-round picks have opposite performances in Summer League debuts

NBA Draft trade may haunt Knicks as Cameron Carr shines in Summer League

Which Suns sophomore has the most to prove in 2026 Summer League?

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

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The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

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The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Rich Paul won’t bite on Max Kellerman’s Anthony Davis trade bait amid Wizards-Warriors rumors

The Washington Wizards have been busy in the offseason, building a balanced roster that could be a sleeper in the Eastern Conference. The Wizards could have a 10-man rotation of Anthony Davis, Trae Young, AJ Dybantsa, Khris Middleton, Alex Sarr, Deandre Ayton, Kyshawn George, Tre Johnson, Bub Carrington, and Bilal Coulibaly.

Wizards Around the Web

Young 'excited' to help usher in Wizards' new era · ESPN

Dybantsa outduels Peterson in Las Vegas debut · ESPN

Anthony Davis' multimillion-dollar Los Angeles hom... · ESPN

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

NBA News / DC Sports King / July 10

AJ Dybantsa Outplays Darryn Peterson in Epic Summer League Debut

For the fourth time in their basketball careers, AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson shared the floor. But for the first time in their rivalry, the stage was the NBA Summer League.

Washington Wizards News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Wizards fans make it clear how they feel about former Vol Felix Okpara after just one NBA Summer League game

Former Tennessee Volunteers center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night with the Washington Wizards. Former Tennessee Vols center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut for the Washington Wizards on Thursday night in Las Vegas.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

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The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / July 10

Trae Young Gives Honest Impressions Of AJ Dybantsa During Summer League Showdown vs. Darryn Peterson

Washington Wizards guard Trae Young is preparing for his first season out of Atlanta, and the vibes couldn’t be better. Despite his new team being historically irrelevant, Trae is looking forward to leading a new era of Wizards basketball that could redefine their place in the NBA hierarchy.

Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Anthony Davis' new contract demands have been revealed

Anthony Davis is shooting for the moon at 33 years old. The Washington Wizards star big man Davis is expected to seek a full max contract extension from the team, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported this week.

Tre Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9

Tre Johnson’s ‘intentional’ mic drop on No. 1 Summer League goal

For the first time in several years, the Washington Wizards are getting national attention. However, 2025 No. 6 overall pick Tre Johnson isn’t one of their main players being talked about after an injury-shortened rookie campaign.

Trae Young News / DC Sports King / July 9

Trae Young’s $212M Wizards Deal Exposed by NBA Insider

The timeline has been buzzing ever since the Washington Wizards locked Trae Young into a massive four-year, $212.8 million extension. But in the frenzy of the NBA offseason, a wild rumor has started spreading like wildfire across social media.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 9

'Have to Strongly Consider': Anthony Davis-to-Warriors Trade Remains Possible as Jimmy Butler Creates Key Advantage for Wizards

The Washington Wizards have publicly insisted that Anthony Davis is part of their long-term plans. GM Will Dawkins recently said the organization wants AD at the Capital and plans to discuss a contract extension once he becomes eligible in August.

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / July 8

Khris Middleton Returns with Wizards to Anchor Young Dynamic Core

The Washington Wizards’ aggressive offseason maneuvering continued this week with a sprawling six-team sign-and-trade agreement. The front office is reuniting with veteran forward Khris Middleton, while officially closing the book on D’Angelo Russell’s brief, inactive tenure in the District.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 8

Khris Middleton Won't Upset Wizards' Wing Rotation in Return Stint

At this moment, the Washington Wizards aren't a Khris Middleton away from anything. Whether we're discussing enhanced tank odds, a since-retired goal that

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 8

Warriors might still make desperate Davis move because of James

Warriors might still make desperate Anthony Davis move because of LeBron James

James and Davis share a strong friendship and won an NBA championship together with the Los Angeles Lakers.

One Lakers decision may have cost them LeBron James

LeBron James landing-spot race has a favorite after one week

NBA teams fear LeBron will end up in this landing spot

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

Khris Middleton News / Ball Exclusives / July 7

Khris Middleton returns to Washington Wizards in huge six-team trade

14-year NBA veteran Khris Middleton is returning to the Washington Wizards in a sign-and-trade that’s part of a larger six-team trade, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Felix Okpara News / Hoops Rumors / July 7

Wizards Sign Felix Okpara To Two-Way Deal

The Wizards have filled their open two-way contract slot by signing 46th overall pick Felix Okpara to a two-way deal, per NBA.com’s official transaction log.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / July 6

Wizards Confirm Changes To Coaching Staff For Next Season

The Wizards confirmed in a press release on Monday that they have made a few changes to their coaching staff for next season. Nearly all of the coaching updates were previously reported, but they have now been made official by the team.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / July 5

Vanterpool Moving To Wizards’ Front Office; Caporn New Top Assistant

Wizards lead assistant coach David Vanterpool is transitioning to a position in the team’s front office, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic (Twitter links), who reports that Adam Caporn will be Washington’s new top assistant.

Patrick Ewing News / Stadium Rant / July 5

Patrick Ewing Joins Washington Wizards As Assistant Coach

Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing is returning to an NBA sideline. The Washington Wizards have hired the legendary New York Knicks center to be an assistant coach on Brandon Keefe’s coaching staff.

Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / July 4

Report: Patrick Ewing, Steve Clifford joining Wizards staff

Patrick Ewing is returning to the coaching ranks, joining the Washington Wizards as an assistant to head coach Brian Keefe, ESPN reported on Saturday. Ewing, 63, had been serving as an ambassador for the New York Knicks, with whom he starred from 1985-2000.