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‘Slept On’ Trae Young’s Bold Warning: Why the Wizards Will Surprise the East

If there’s one thing Trae Young has never lacked, it’s confidence. From his days launching logo threes at Oklahoma to silencing Madison Square Garden as the villain of New York, Young has built a career on defying expectations.

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For once, the Wizards are at least worth discussing

Which way will the Wizards go in 2026-27? That honestly may be the question of the offseason. Now, before we get started, here’s a subtle reminder: Washington has not reached 50 wins in a single season since 1979. No, really.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 14

The Wizards' Big Draft Pick: Who's the Most Threatened?

The Washington Wizards have ensured that their decision regarding which prospect they're favoring at No. 1 in this month's NBA Draft remains behind closed doors as long as possible.

Kendrick Nunn News / EssentiallySports / June 14

Ex-Laker Kendrick Nunn Gets Punched in Tunnel After Heated On-Court Altercation

If you thought the NBA Finals were tense, the Greek League Finals would surprise you. It witnessed tempers flare both on the court and in the locker room.

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The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / June 14

Why Caleb Wilson Might Be The Perfect Franchise Player For Washington

With the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards are almost certain to pick either AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson. They’re both impressive prospects who’d warrant being the top selection in nearly any draft.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Kendrick Nunn News / AirJordanChronicles / June 14

Watch: Kendrick Nunn Injured After Altercation in Greek Basketball League Finals

Game 5 of the Greek League Finals was the deciding matchup of the season. Olympiacos and Panathinaikos entered the arena with everything at stake. However, the biggest and most shocking moment of the night came long after the basketball action ended, a tunnel altercation that left Kendrick Nunn injured.

Kendrick Nunn News / Ball Exclusives / June 13

Watch: Former NBA player Kendrick Nunn punched during overseas brawl

Former NBA player Kendrick Nunn reportedly sustained an injury on Saturday when he was punched by Tyrique Jones at Game 5 of the Greek Basketball League Finals.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 12

NBA Notes: Wizards, Trae Young, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Hawks

Wizards guard Trae Young appears fully committed to his new situation in Washington. Speaking recently on The Pivot Podcast, Young acknowledged the criticism that has followed him in recent seasons and suggested he feels overlooked heading into 2026-27.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 12

Wizards Still Unsure on who to Draft

We are just under two weeks away from the NBA Draft, and it is an exciting time for any Washington Wizards fan. The number one pick can change everything about a franchise, especially for one that has not seen a 50-win season in decades.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 12

AJ Dybantsa makes Wizards playoff promise ahead of NBA Draft

Projected No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa already has lofty expectations for his NBA future and believes he can help the Washington Wizards reach the postseason immediately.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 12

Three Deeper-Cut Trade Targets for Top-Picking Wizards to Entice

Any basketball fan who supports a team outside of New York or San Antonio is wondering how their own squad can reign supreme atop their respective conference on the next scheduled go-around, and for most of this past regular season's underperformers, the draft is the best avenue to bolstering raw talent.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 11

Wizards Win Their Biggest Buy-In Yet as NBA Draft Approaches

The idea of stars outside of D.C.'s confines, let alone the ones already rostered by the Washington Wizards, loudly and convincingly approving of the squad's vision, execution and upside would have been borderline-unthinkable a few years ago.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: NBA Draft Scenarios Fantasy Managers Should Be Rooting For

The NBA Draft always creates winners and losers. For fantasy basketball managers, however, the biggest victories often happen before the rookies ever play a game.

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Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / June 10

AJ Dybantsa set to visit Wizards as No. 1 pick decision nears

The Wizards may be getting a closer look at the player many around the NBA believe will be the top pick in this month’s draft. According to Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors, citing reporting from David Aldridge and Josh Robbins of The Athletic, former BYU star AJ Dybantsa is expected to visit Washington in the coming days.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 10

Wizards' Year-Old Trade Escapades Spell Cautionary Tale as Draft Approaches

The NBA is booming as a viewing product entering June. All eyes are on the last two teams remaining in these ongoing NBA Finals as the New York Knicks

Trae Young News / EssentiallySports / June 10

'I Wasn’t This Slept on': Trae Young Makes Bold Prediction for Wizards Season With Message to Haters

While the NBA world’s attention remains fixed on the blockbuster Finals series, Trae Young unexpectedly tilts the spotlight back toward himself. Ironically, Knicks fans never really forgot Young in the first place.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10

Trae Young puts the NBA on notice with a bold remark about the Wizards

Trae Young might have just served a warning for the rest of the NBA. After a rocky 2025-26 season, the Washington Wizards point guard is looking forward to a restart.

Washington Wizards News / HITC / June 10

Jaylen Brown gives unfortunate reality check to Trae Young’s No. 1 seed in the East dreams

Jaylen Brown had a blunt reality check ready after Trae Young floated the idea of the Washington Wizards shocking the Eastern Conference next season. Young’s confidence is not new, but this version came with a different edge.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 9

Trae Young's potential extension range with Wizards

Since being acquired in a mid-season trade, Trae Young has been widely expected to forgo his $49.0MM player option for next season in order to sign a lucrative long-term deal with the Wizards.

Washington Wizards News / HITC / June 9

Franchise shakeup? AJ Dybantsa seen as 2026’s can’t-miss prospect with Wizards holding top pick

While the Finals are still being played, teams around the league are already looking ahead. The 2026 NBA Draft is set for June 23 at Barclays Center, with the Washington Wizards holding the top pick after a difficult season.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / June 9

The Wizards hold the top pick and AJ Dybantsa awaits as the 2026 NBA Draft moves into view

While the Finals roll on, the rest of the league is two weeks from reshaping itself. The 2026 NBA Draft tips off June 23 at Barclays Center, and the Washington Wizards sit on the No.

Trae Young News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8

Details emerge on Trae Young’s expected new contract

Trae Young and the Washington Wizards appear to have found their middle ground of sorts. The Wizards star guard Young is projected to sign a new contract extension with the team for three years and $120 million, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported to Substack this week.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / June 6

Jazz president Austin Ainge: We don’t know what Wizards will do at No. 1

The Jazz hold the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Who they end up selecting depends heavily on what the Wizards do in front of them. The problem? Utah has no idea what Washington is planning.

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / May 27

Making Sense of the Wizards-Giannis Trade Rumors

If you had “The Washington Wizards assembling a super-team” on your 2026 NBA bingo card, go ahead and collect your winnings. For the better part of the last decade, the Wizards have been synonymous with the word “rebuilding.” They’ve stayed near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, stacking draft picks and trying to find a clear path forward.