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Wizards' Tre Johnson Injury Opens Door for AJ Johnson

With the recent news of Washington Wizards rookie Tre Johnson being sidelined for the next 2–3 weeks, many questions have arisen about who will take his place.

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Wizards Latest Loss Reveals Team’s Greatest Strength

The Washington Wizards have now dropped their already dire record further to 1-15 after their latest loss on the road to the Chicago Bulls. Not only is

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 25

Wizards Aim to Snap Historic Losing Streak vs. Hawks

The now 1–15 Washington Wizards are inching ever closer to the franchise's consecutive loss record of 16 in a row and are looking to stop said streak against the 11–7 Atlanta Hawks.

Brian Keefe News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 25

Why Haven’t the Wizards Fired Brian Keefe?

The Washington Wizards remain one of the NBA’s most patient, rebuilding franchises. While other teams cycle through coaches quickly when progress stalls, the Wizards have stayed committed to their head coach, Brian Keefe, even as the losses pile up and skepticism from fans and the entire sports world grows.

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 25

For Wizards, Moral Victories Are Back on the Menu, Because Real Ones Aren’t

Back in 1991, the Washington football team got off to a 4-0 start, and Washington Post columnist Tony Kornheiser wrote a column about jumping on the team’s bandwagon.

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Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 24

Wizards' Tre Johnson Sidelined with Hip Injury

The news keeps getting worse for the Washington Wizards. After starting the season with a rough start, currently going on a 14-game losing streak, it seemed that nothing else could go wrong.

Tre Johnson News / Hoops Rumors / November 24

Wizards rookie Tre Johnson out multiple weeks due to hip injury

Wizards guard Tre Johnson, the sixth pick in the June draft, will miss multiple weeks due to a strained left hip flexor, Varun Shankar of the Washington Post reports.

Brian Keefe News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 24

What Will it Take for Wizards to Fire Brian Keefe?

The Washington Wizards' 1–15 start to the 2025–26 season has raised a plethora of questions, with arguably none bigger than the job stability of head coach Brian Keefe.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / November 23

The Washington Wizards’ worst ever losing streaks, and predicting when they could end their latest run

The Washington Wizards show no signs of improvement this season. The Washington Wizards currently hold the Eastern Conference’s worst record at 1-15, having lost 14 consecutive games.

Kyshawn George News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 23

Wizards’ Kyshawn George continues second-year leap with historic outing in loss vs. Bulls

Whether the Washington Wizards (1-15) get crushed or fall in a heartbreaker, they keep finding ways to lose this season. However, second-year wing Kyshawn George once again showed why he’s one of the most important pieces of their rebuild in Saturday’s 121-120 loss to the Chicago Bulls (9-7), per Wizards PR.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 23

The Wizards are getting close to tying their franchise record losing streak

Yesterday, the Washington Wizards lost to the Chicago Bulls, 121-120. They have now lost 14 in a row, the second longest losing streak in franchise history.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 23

Wizards Battle But Come Up Short Against the Bulls

The Washington Wizards played well for long stretches, building a 16-point advantage in the first half, and leading for more than 41 of the game’s 48 minutes, and still depart Chicago with their 14th straight loss.

Washington Wizards News / Bleacher Report / November 23

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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic was in no mood to celebrate after ugly win vs. Wizards

The Chicago Bulls were 121-120 winners over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night, improving to 9-7 on the season.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 22

Despite leading 40-plus minutes, Wizards drop 14th straight

Nikola Vucevic had 28 points and 12 rebounds and Josh Giddey contributed 18 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists as the host Chicago Bulls rallied to defeat the skidding Washington Wizards 121-120 on Saturday.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 22

Wizards at Bulls final score: Washington loses 14th straight game, 121-120

The Washington Wizards lost to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night, 121-120. They now fall to 1-15 while the Bulls improve to 9-7. Washington was looking real good in this game.

Corey Kispert News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 22

Wizards Corey Kispert Hits Career Milestone Against Bulls

Amid a rough season where almost every moment is one to forget, one of the veterans delivered an uplifting moment during the team's most recent game, giving the Washington Wizards fanbase a memorable moment.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

Which Wizards should be in new, smaller rotation amid Will Dawkins declaration

The Washington Wizards’ 129-106 home loss to the 1-11 Brooklyn Nets on Sunday made the entire organization step back and evaluate what it needs to do to be more competitive.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Should Washington Trade For Rival’s Dissatisfied Star?

The Washington Wizards have made numerous trades attempting to finally crack their competitive problems. From trading Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole for expiring contracts to draft night deals to help fulfill roster needs, the front office has put the roster through the ringer.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

The Dark Side Of The Washington Wizards’ Strong Tank

While many aren’t happy with how the Washington Wizards‘ season has started, no one can deny it’s been an excellent start to one of their last tanking seasons.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 19

Wolves grab big lead, fend off Wizards' comeback bid

Julius Randle totaled 32 points, 10 rebounds and six assists on Wednesday, helping the Minnesota Timberwolves hold off the Washington Wizards for a 120-109 victory in Minneapolis.

Alex Sarr News / The Lead / November 19

Alex Sarr Is Hitting On His Year-Two Improvements

Alex Sarr has made major strides in his game during his second season. The mindset switched for him this offseason when he decided to play closer to the basket and use his size on the interior.

Kyshawn George News / Hoops Wire / November 18

NBA Notes: Sixers, Paul George, Mavericks, Wizards, Kyshawn George

Paul George finally got back on the court Monday against his old team (Clippers), and the Sixers kept things simple with a minutes restriction. He finished with nine points and seven boards in 21 minutes and looked exactly how you’d expect after eight months off — rusty, but relieved.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / November 17

Wizards Veteran Hits Impressive Career Scoring Milestone

The Washington Wizards‘ season has started horribly, but that hasn’t stopped some players from adding to their career accomplishments. Washington’s lead guard, CJ McCollum, recently hit the 2,000 threes milestone, and now, Khris Middleton has hit a scoring milestone not many have hit before him.