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Washington Wizards News / Hardwood Heroics / March 14

Washington Wizards’ Trae Young Makes Huge Vow After Being Mocked in Bam Adebayo’s Historic 83-Point Game

The media and fans absolutely roasted the Washington Wizards after they were on the receiving end of Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game on Tuesday evening. Looking ahead, Trae Young vows to do everything in his power to make sure that his team won’t be the laughingstock again.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 14

Everything You Need To Know Ahead of Wizards at Celtics

The Washington Wizards have now lost 10 games in a row and are officially eliminated from making the playoffs with 49 losses. There is much to play for in this season.

Washington Wizards News / thePeachBasket / March 13

Wizards or Generals?

The Washington Wizards are really the Washington Generals. The Wizards outscored the Magic 42-27 in the fourth quarter to force overtime before losing.

Bam Adebayo News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 13

Leaky Black Adds to Wizards' Positive Developmental Trend

When fans of the Washington Wizards hear the word "development," they think of the franchise's focus and success at locating prospects in the NBA Draft and honing their potential into high-upside contributors.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Wizards playing better despite skid with contending Celtics up next

The Washington Wizards have had a hard time winning basketball games this season. Road victories have been especially rare, as all but five of the team's 16 wins have come at home.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Wizards Forward Has Career Night In Failing Effort Against Magic

Just one game removed from Bam Adebayo dropping 83 points, claiming the second-highest scoring performance in NBA history, the Washington Wizards took on the Orlando Magic.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / March 13

Wizards, Nets Eliminated From Postseason Contention

The Wizards and Nets were both eliminated from postseason contention on Thursday night when each team lost, per Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter link). Washington dropped to 16-49 after losing in overtime at Orlando on Thursday.

Bilal Coulibaly News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 13

Bilal Coulibaly Enjoys Finest Wizards Moment with Clutch Heroics

Every time the public seems ready to sell their Bilal Coulibaly stock, he emerges, looking to have taken a full step forward every time doubters begin overpowering believers.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / March 13

Trae Young On Wizards’ Response After Bam Adebayo’s 83: ‘What We Needed’

The Washington Wizards have taken their share of losses this season. But Tuesday’s might have been the most painful of all. That was the night Bam Adebayo erupted for 83 points for the Miami Heat, a performance that left the Wizards searching for answers and a little pride.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 13

Why criticism of Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance is unwarranted

It's a strange development that, facing a tanking team like the Wizards, Adebayo is the one getting flak for actually trying.

Heat HC Erik Spoelstra blasts critics of Adebayo's historic performance

Dwyane Wade admits one surprise during Adebayo's outburst

Lakers announcer Bill Macdonald took a swipe at Adebayo during game

Lakers hope offense wins championships

Bulls youngster traumatized after angering Luka Doncic into dropping 51 points

Zion Williamson commits comedic blunder in final seconds

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Bilal Coulibaly News / Bullets Forever / March 13

Coulibaly Leads Wizards Offense in Overtime Loss to Orlando Magic

Now that’s more like. The Wizards fell behind the Orlando Magic by as much as 19 points in the second, roared back with a +15 fourth quarter to send the game to overtime, briefly took a one-point lead in the extra period, and still brought home the loss they needed.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / March 12

Wizards at Magic final score: Washington comeback falls short in OT, 136-131

The Washington Wizards’ valiant comeback effort fell short on Thursday against the Orlando Magic in a 136-131 contest at Kia Center. The Wizards got buried in a 19-point hole in the third quarter that made the game look like it was about to turn into a good, old-fashioned blowout.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 12

Erik Spoelstra blasts critics of Bam Adebayo's 83-point game

'I apologize to absolutely no one': Heat HC Erik Spoelstra blasts critics of Bam Adebayo's historic performance

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo's performance against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday was one of the best we have ever seen in a game in NBA history.

Former NBA player has profane rant about Adebayo's 83-point game

Heat legend Dwyane Wade admits one surprise during Adebayo's outburst

Doris Burke makes an 'uncomfortable' admission about Adebayo's big game

Bucks fall to Suns, but Kyle Kuzma reaches 10,000-point milestone

Lakers' expected contract offer to Austin Reaves is revealed

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 12

Two more teams eliminated from postseason contention

They are the second and third NBA teams ruled out of postseason contention, joining the Pacers, who were eliminated on Tuesday with a loss to the Kings.

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Bam Adebayo News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 12

Wizards Keep Getting Disrespected After Bam Adebayo's 83-Point Game

The pain keeps getting worse for the Washington Wizards. During what should be the final season of a rebuild, they did something no other team has allowed this season.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 12

Washington Wizards at Orlando Magic Preview, Prediction & Odds | March 11

With the NBA season winding down, with weeks left before the playoffs, bettors could win big with the Washington Wizards taking on the Orlando Magic. Orlando has been on a hot streak and has won five games in a row, and could be heading for a strong run before the playoffs.

Washington Wizards News / Sneakers on SI / March 12

Trae Young on March Madness, Jordan Brand, and Sling TV

Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young has an incredible résumé built on defying expectations: four NBA All-Star Games, All-NBA honors, and the first player since Tiny Archibald to lead the league in total points and assists.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Don’t Expect It To Get Any Easier For The Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards were on the opposing side of a historic contest. In that game, Miami Heat center and three-time NBA All-Star Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, making it the second-highest scoring game in NBA history.

NBA News / DC Sports King / March 11

Former Highschool and College Teammates Julian Reese and Derik Queen Matchup for the First Time in The NBA

Fresh off a historic rookie game, Julian “Juju” Reese matched up against his former high school and college teammate, Derik Queen. The two St. Frances Academy and University of Maryland alumni shared a special full-circle moment on the NBA hardwood, joined by their former high school teammate Bub Carrington and AAU teammate Cam Whitmore.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11