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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 5
NBA Free Agency 2026 Day 6 discussion 
Today is July 5. The fireworks are over. The barbecues are over. NBA Free Agency still exists. And the Washington Wizards made a lot of coaching news yesterday.
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?
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.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Patrick Ewing News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4
Patrick Ewing lands NBA coaching job
Patrick Ewing is continuing his coaching career where it all began. The Washington Wizards have reportedly hired Ewing to serve as an assistant coach under head coach Brian Keefe.
Patrick Ewing News / Hoops Rumors / July 4
Patrick Ewing To Join Wizards’ Coaching Staff
Former NBA star Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach under Brian Keefe in Washington, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).
NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 4
'Wizards Are Not Signaling': Insider Pours Cold Water on Warriors’ Anthony Davis Hopes Amid LeBron James Sweepstakes
LeBron James entering free agency has sent the Golden State Warriors chasing a dream that could reshape the NBA. Their boldest path reportedly centered on bringing Anthony Davis over from the Washington Wizards, creating a new Big 4 built to storm the West and contend for a championship.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Deandre Ayton News / Bullets Forever / July 4
The Deandre Ayton trade signals the Wizards are finally serious about competing
Will Dawkins has made a habit of buying low on assets deemed negative by their previous teams. He did so with Trae Young, then Anthony Davis and now Deandre Ayton, who all enter Washington under similar circumstances: Their former teams wanted nothing to do with them, and yet the Wizards wanted everything to do with them.
Anthony Davis News / Stadium Rant / July 4
Anthony Davis Trade Rumors: 3 Potential Landing Spots
Anthony Davis has recently been thrown around in NBA trade rumors for many reasons. Regardless, the Washington Wizards have shut down talks and claim they are sticking with their great big man.
Bilal Coulibaly News / Bullets Forever / July 3
France at Belgium final score: Bilal Coulibaly scores 13 in Les Bleu’s 80-72 win in Antwerp
Goedenavond allemaal. De Franse nationale mannenbasketbalploeg heeft zaterdagavond in de Lotto Arena in Antwerpen de Belgische nationale mannenploeg met 80-72 verslagen in groep G van de kwalificaties voor de FIBA World Cup.
Deandre Ayton News / Bullets Forever / July 3
Another Dawkins bargain: Wizards land DeAndre Ayton for next to nothing
The Wizards shored up their center position for next season by acquiring DeAndre Ayton from the Los Angeles Lakers. It’s yet another trademark Will Dawkins trade — the price for Ayton was a guard they didn’t want and a couple second round picks.
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 3
Wizards acquire Deandre Ayton, according to report
The Washington Wizards are FINALLY in the news for reasons other than AJ Dybantsa, Anthony Davis or Trae Young. Maybe Russell Westbrook as well? On Friday,
AJ Dybantsa News / Hoops Rumors / July 2
AJ Dybantsa Among First-Round Picks To Sign On Thursday
Five first-round picks signed their rookie scale contracts throughout the day on Thursday. A couple of the players are expected to take part in the Salt
AJ Dybantsa News / Bullets Forever / July 2
AJ Dybantsa signs rookie contract worth $66.9 million
The Washington Wizards signed AJ Dybantsa to a rookie-scale contract on Thursday, the team announced. It’s a four-year, $66.91 million deal that carries a team option for the final two seasons.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / July 2
The Washington Wizards Hit On All Marks at the 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards headlined the highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft. Entering the draft, this year’s class profiled as one of the most talented the league has seen in years.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 1
Inflexible Wizards Continue Running Low on Free Agency Options
The Washington Wizards were never working with a full deck entering free agency, having to strengthen a nearly-complete roster that's yet to do much of any on-court winning.
Jamir Watkins News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Wizards Re-Sign Jamir Watkins On Two-Way Deal
The Wizards have re-signed forward Jamir Watkins to a two-way contract, according to the NBA transactions log. Washington declined its $2.15MM option on Watkins, a 2025 second-round pick, and extended him a $2.39MM qualifying offer prior to free agency.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / July 1
Wizards’ Will Riley Never Stopped Working to Make the NBA
Casual basketball fans might see the stats and say that Will Riley is no Cooper Flagg or Kon Knueppel — but there’s more to the comparisons. Numbers alone don’t tell the whole story of the relentless pursuit and the countless hours in the gym that Will Riley has spent on his craft.
Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Wizards' plan for Anthony Davis revealed amid trade rumors
Anthony Davis appeared in trade rumors over the past week, which was apparently news to the team that pays his salary. The 10-time All-Star was rumored to be headed to the Golden State Warriors in a deal that would supposedly entice former teammate LeBron James to make his way to the Bay Area as well.
Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30
Wizards’ Trae Young teases big Washington free agency move with 1 emoji
The Washington Wizards have been quiet to start free agency, but there is still time for them to make a move or two to help improve their roster for next season.
Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / June 30
Warriors have surprising untouchable player in Anthony Davis trade?
It appears there is one player the Warriors won't give up in their efforts to build a veteran supporting cast around Steph Curry.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 30
Wizards expressing interest in Russell Westbrook
The Wizards have had Russell Westbrook before. Why not try again? Granted, Westbrook-to-Washington is far from a certainty, but Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of the Stein Line report that the Wizards have shown at least a “level of interest.” Westbrook, 37, played for the Wizards during the 2020-21 season before being traded to the Lakers.
AJ Dybantsa News / Yardbarker / June 30
Wizards earn high mark for selecting AJ Dybantsa in NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards were blessed to get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. But it's stressful having that No. 1 option. They could have gone with any player. Plus, this year's draft class was rich with options.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / June 29
The Washington Wizards Have Quietly Become a Playoff Contender
Last season, the Washington Wizards finished at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings with a 17-65 record. While calling them a potential playoff team may sound premature, this is no longer the same team they were at the start of the 2025-26 season.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 23
AJ Dybantsa can give his sister some cool wheels after going No. 1 overall to Wizards in 2026 NBA Draft
AJ Dybantsa's sister may soon own the sweetest whip in her high school's parking lot.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 23
AJ Dybantsa makes bold Wizards promise before the NBA Draft
Dybantsa isn't shying away from the responsibility if he's the No. 1 overall pick.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 22
Trae Young extension could make Wizards' draft decision easier
The Washington Wizards' decision at No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft first round may have just gotten easier.
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