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Wizards Could Take Next Step With Trae Young Trade

Having gone 7-5 in their last 12 games after starting the season with an abysmal 3-20 record, the Washington Wizards are quickly climbing back into the view of national media as, in the least, not the worst team in the NBA.

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Wizards Reportedly Trae Young’s Preferred Landing Spot

The Wizards are the top team on Trae Young‘s list of preferred destinations, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who stated during an appearance on NBA Today (Twitter video link) that the Hawks have gained some traction in their trade talks with Washington.

Trae Young News / Yardbarker / January 7

Trae Young has one preferred trade destination

Young again finds himself at the forefront of trade rumors, and it sounds like he has a preferred destination in mind.

Potential Trae Young trade indicative of how far star guard has fallen

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

C.J. McCollum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 7

Why Wizards’ CJ McCollum isn’t playing vs. 76ers

The Washington Wizards have been playing some improved basketball as of late, still well below the playoff line in the Eastern Conference but finally resembling a competitive NBA team.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / January 7

Wizards Stave Off Magic Comeback, Earn 10th Win

Halfway through the third quarter, it looked like the Wizards would coast to a blowout win over the Orlando Magic. They were up 26, the Magic kept bricking shots, fouling, and throwing the ball away, and the Wizards were fast-breaking them into oblivion.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 7

Sixers look to rebound vs. surging Wizards

The Philadelphia 76ers look to bounce back from arguably their worst performance of the season Wednesday when the Washington Wizards come to town. The Sixers fell to the Nuggets 125-124 in overtime on Monday despite having virtually their entire team healthy and in uniform.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 7

NBA Notes: Wizards, CJ McCollum, Lakers, LeBron James, Grizzlies

The Wizards made things interesting. Nearly too interesting. CJ McCollum scored 27 points and helped Washington steady itself late after a massive lead vanished, holding off the Magic 120-112 on Tuesday night.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 6

Wizards keep rolling, thwart Magic comeback bid

CJ McCollum scored 27 points and Alex Sarr added 23 to go along with eight rebounds, fueling the host Washington Wizards to a 120-112 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday.

Alex Sarr News / Bullets Forever / January 6

Sarr’s four blocks propels Wizards past Magic, 120-112

The Washington Wizards held off a late surge Tuesday night to defeat the Orlando Magic, 120-112. Bilal Coulibaly opened the game with a steal and a slam for two of his seven first-quarter points.

Trae Young News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 6

Wizards Must Exercise Caution in Potential Trae Young Trade

Fans of the Washington Wizards may have assumed that they were still a few years out from trading for recent All-Stars and franchise faces, but here they are, right in the middle of the most realistic-sounding trade rumors of 2026.

AJ Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 6

Wizards' AJ Johnson Playing Time Could Be Sign of What's to Come

With the Washington Wizards fully immersed in trade talks revolving around All-Star guard Trae Young, many people have begun to wonder what a potential trade package for him would look like.

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Three Wizards Trade Scenarios for Trae Young

Reports and rumors are flying around that the Washington Wizards are strong suitors to trade for Trae Young. These rumors mark the start of trade season in the NBA.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 5

Hawks, Wizards have discussed trade centered on Trae Young, CJ McCollum

The Hawks and Wizards have held recent trade discussions centered on guards Trae Young and CJ McCollum, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Stein notes that Washington has been actively exploring deals involving McCollum, while Atlanta previously expressed interest in the veteran guard dating back to February 2022.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 5

Trae Young era in Atlanta could end thanks to unexpected trade suitor

The Atlanta Hawks appear to be ready to get rid of All-Star guard Trae Young. His destination, and their trade return, might not be what anyone expected.

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Wizards' Rookie Demonstrating Preternatural Shooting Consistency

When most fans picture a consistent-shooting rookie, they usually jump to a prospect who has grasped the understanding of the NBA 3-pointer quicker than most, already understanding how to deal with big-league defenders while adjusting to the increased arc distance.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 5

Rudy Gobert gives Alex Sarr ‘body’ advice after Timberwolves crush Wizards

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Second-year Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr has established himself as one of the best players in his draft class this season, but he didn’t play that way in his team’s 141-115 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 4

Wizards’ Alex Sarr gets back at Anthony Edwards with taunting gesture

The Washington Wizards have been playing better basketball as of late; heading into their Sunday night clash against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they’ve won four of their past five games, including a huge win over a team with a winning record in the Toronto Raptors.