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Darryn Peterson's Early ROTY Push Raises Concerns Regarding AJ Dybantsa's Wizards Fit

Darryn Peterson's beginning to run loose as the newest lead option for the Utah Jazz, and their devoted fans are loving it. They didn't draft the star scorer second-overall in the 2026 NBA Draft to sit in the corner alongside more presently-decorated starters, but injuries to Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr.

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Film study: What is the Wizards’ offense missing?

Before Thursday night’s barnburner of a loss to the Pistons in double overtime, the vibes around the Wizards, and their offense in particular, were nearing a free fall.

Trae Young News / Hoops Wire / November 13

Trae Young on Wizards’ struggles: ‘It’s more than just effort’

Trae Young gave the Wizards another chance with a tying 3-pointer at the end of regulation. After another loss, he offered a reminder about how much they still have to learn.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 13

Wizards' Bench Woes Continue as Losing Streak Extends to Six

The Washington Wizards returned to D.C. with the stench of an active five-game losing streak exuding off of their jerseys, as in-need of a change to their tired formula as they've been all throughout their early collapse to 4-8.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA's active 50-point scorers' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 50 points in at least one NBA game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Playoff-points record by NBA team' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

The 'Most 5 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Cade Cunningham News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 13

Wizards' Cade Cunningham Relationship Takes Another Historic Turn Following 2OT Shootout

There was once a time, just a few years ago, when the Washington Wizards and the Detroit Pistons were splashing around in the same dank corner of the NBA's standings.

NBA News / Yardbarker

15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 13

Trae Young, Wizards get Out-Gunned by Cade Cunningham's Pistons and Other Takeaways from 2OT Loss

Nearly all the way through the Washington Wizards' most recent loss to the Detroit Pistons, a game that required 58 minutes before reaching a conclusion, it felt as if the hometown team was outrunning their eventual demise.

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / November 13

Clutch Shots from Trae Young, AJ Dybantsa Wasted as Wizards Drop a Double OT Thriller to Pistons

The Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons delivered an instant classic on Thursday night at Capital One Arena. Still, the final buzzer brought a familiar heartbreak to the home crowd.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Trae Young News / Fadeaway World / November 13

Trae Young Gets Real On Wizards’ Effort And Lack Of Skill After Double Overtime Loss To Pistons

Trae Young and the Washington Wizards lost a nail-biting matchup 140-144 to the Detroit Pistons tonight. The 28-year-old guard gave it his all, finishing with 37 points, 14 assists, and two rebounds, shooting 8-23 from the field (34.8% FG) and 4-8 from beyond the arc (50.0% 3P).

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 13

Studs and Duds from Wizards Double-Overtime Thriller Against Pistons

The Washington Wizards tasted the win tonight but could not swallow it whole, losing in a double-overtime thriller. At one point in the first overtime period, the Wizards held a seven-point lead.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Wizards’ Trae Young stuns Pistons with Hail Mary 3 to force OT

Trae Young came through for the Washington Wizards in the dying seconds of the fourth quarter of their Thursday night matchup against the visiting Detroit Pistons at Capital One Arena in Washington.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 12

Recap: Wizards lose 144-140 in double-OT thriller vs. Pistons

The Washington Wizards’ struggles continued Thursday night, as they fell to the Detroit Pistons 144-140 in double overtime (8-3) at Capital One Arena to

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The 'CFP-era 40-TD passers' quiz

The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 12

AJ Dybantsa left bloodied after brutal collision with Cade Cunningham

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa was left bleeding from the mouth late in Thursday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. The Wizards led 118-117 with less than 30 seconds left when Dybantsa double-teamed Cade Cunningham.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / November 12

Wizards vs. Pistons Discussion

The Washington Wizards (4-8) are reeling amid a five-game losing streak that’s featured four double-digit losses, turnover issues and stagnant offensive sets.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 12

Three Storylines to Remember ahead of Slumping Wizards' Pistons Rematch

The Washington Wizards are finally coming back home, and do they ever need some comfortability entering mid-November. They went winless over a four-game

Trae Young News / Hoops Wire / November 12

Wizards have a shooting problem, starting with Trae Young

The Wizards brought in Trae Young to help make the offense work. Twelve games into the season, they’re still working on it. Washington has dropped five straight following a 114-101 loss to the Pacers, falling to 4-8.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 12

Fit Check: Which Wizards Prospects are Being Improperly Utilized Amidst Ugly Losing Streak?

Few members of the Washington Wizards seem happy entering mid-November. Why should they be? After spending the summer toting the season to come as the

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 12

Wizards vs. Pistons Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Advantages, X-Factors

The Washington Wizards welcome the Detroit Pistons to Capital One Arena on Thursday, November 12, at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Wizards are 4-8 and have lost five straight games, most recently falling 114-101 to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 12

What should the Wizards do if their skid continues into December?

Earlier today, Kevin Broom wrote his “morning after” analysis of the Washington Wizards’ loss to the Indiana Pacers. And he’s sounding the alarm. Though Washington has played 12 games, there is already more than enough information to indicate that this season will be … tougher than anticipated.

Kyshawn George News / The Lead / November 11

Are the Wizards Asking Too Much of Kyshawn George?

The Washington Wizards have been trying to understand what their young roster can become. Kyshawn George is making a strong case for a big role with the Wizards, but his recent performances have also raised questions about whether the Wizards are putting too much responsibility on him too soon.

Anthony Davis News / Field Level Media / November 10