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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / March 17

Wizards vs. Pistons final score: Washington loses 13th straight, 130-117

The Washington Wizards lost to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, 130-117 at Capital One Arena. Washington started out decently in this game and raced to a quick 9 point lead though it ended up being a 32-all tie.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 17

Wizards' Kristaps Porzingis Encounter Serves as Unique Rebuild Reminder

Fans of the Washington Wizards likely won't be reminiscing on the Kristaps Porziņģis era in 50 years, as strangely entertaining as it was. He will, however, go down as one of the most quietly-intriguing Wizards of the 21st century.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 17

What's Next For Wizards After Official Elimination from Playoffs

The NBA season is far from being over, but the Washington Wizards have already been eliminated from the playoffs. This statement should not come as a shock or surprise to anyone, as the Wizards are still in their rebuild.

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How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Bullets Forever / March 17

Wizards vs. Warriors: Breaking down last night’s game

The Washington Wizards lost to the Golden State Warriors last night, 125-117. Kevin Broom is out today, so let’s break down the numbers, starting with the four factors.

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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.

Jamir Watkins News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 17

Wizards' Rookie Guard Has Leveled Up Offensively

Although the Washington Wizards have had a disappointing 2025–26 season, it’s undeniable that they have built one of the better young cores in the entire NBA.

Trae Young News / Total Pro Sports / March 17

Wizards Dealt Major Blow as Trae Young Exits vs. Warriors Due to Quad Injury

The 2025-2026 NBA season has not been kind to Trae Young. After appearing in only ten games for the Atlanta Hawks, the all-star guard was traded to the Washington Wizards before February’s trade deadline. And to add to his woes, before Young even debuted with his new squad, he was ejected for excessively arguing with the referees.

Bub Carrington News / Bleacher Report / March 16

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NBA News / Field Level Media / March 16

Warriors extend Wizards' slide; Trae Young strains quad

Kristaps Porzingis returned to one of his former homes with 30 points in 26 minutes, De'Anthony Melton chipped in with 27 and the Golden State Warriors handed the host Washington Wizards their 12th consecutive loss Monday night 125-117.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / March 16

Wizards vs. Warriors final score: Washington loses 125-117

The Washington Wizards lost to the Golden State Warriors, 125-117 on Monday night at Capital One Arena. I feel like a broken record like most of the last few games.

Trae Young News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Wizards Announce Trae Young News After Leaving Warriors Game

The Washington Wizards have shifted their focus to next season rather than the current one. At the trade deadline, they doubled down on that strategy by acquiring Trae Young and Anthony Davis.

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.

Trae Young News / The Lead / March 16

Trae Young’s Return Is a Peek at What’s to Come in Washington

Months after the Washington Wizards made waves by trading for Trae Young, the All-Star point guard has finally made his debut. The moment Wizards fans had been waiting patiently for was delayed by Young’s rehab from a right knee MCL sprain.

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Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Wizards Could Create A New Rivalry If League Votes To Expand

The Washington Wizards could be in the early stages of building a new conference rival. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the league’s Board of Governors is set to conduct the first round of voting for a possible two-team expansion by the end of March.

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.

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.

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

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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Washington Wizards News / Sneakers on SI / March 12