Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 8

Anthony Davis finally breaks silence on Pelicans fallout and shocking Luka Doncic trade

The past few years have been a roller coaster of a ride for Anthony Davis.

Draymond Green knows how to fix the NBA's tanking problem

Insider shares latest on return timelines for Lakers' Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves

Wizards remain in full-blown tank mode with Anthony Davis-Trae Young injury news

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / April 8

Keefe: Anthony Davis, Trae Young won’t return this season

Anthony Davis and Trae Young are not expected to play again this season, Wizards coach Brian Keefe said before his team’s 129-98 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 8

Wizards Rookie Continues Challenging Future Depth Chart

Julian Reese's strong close to the season may resemble typical late-season hoops to most outsiders, and there's good reason to believe that he isn't quite as dominant as his counting stats may look.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the 30 NBA players to average at least three blocks-per-game for an entire season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Bullets Forever / April 8

Wizards Vanquished by Tanking Bulls

I sure hope Adam Silver and whatever blue ribbon panel he assembles to end the practice of tanking succeeds because watching the end of this Wizards season just plain sucks.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / April 8

Wizards’ latest loss guarantees they’ll keep lottery pick

Mission accomplished. Sort of. The Washington Wizards dropped another one Tuesday — a 129-98 loss to the Chicago Bulls — and in doing so, officially secured what they were really after.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / April 8

Wizards Hold Onto Lottery Pick As Losses Pile Up

The Wizards preserved their 2026 lottery pick with their latest loss. Washington won’t have to convey its first-round pick to the Knicks after falling to 17-62 on the season with a 129-98 loss to Chicago on Tuesday.

Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / April 7

Wizards remain in full-blown tank mode with Anthony Davis-Trae Young injury news

The Washington Wizards are excellent at tanking.

Notable update emerges on Victor Wembanyama's injury

Luka Doncic makes unexpected move following unfortunate Lakers injury news

Latest Cade Cunningham update signals good news for Pistons

The 'NBA block-champs since 1976-77' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / April 7

Wizards vs. Bulls final score: Washington blown out in 129-98 loss

The Washington Wizards lost to the Chicago Bulls, 129-98 on Tuesday night at home. With the exception of a small Wizards lead toward the beginning of the game, Chicago ultimately shot 54 percent from the field in the first quarter and had a 38-18 lead.

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.

Anthony Davis News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Wizards Make Anthony Davis Announcement on Tuesday

The Washington Wizards gave up a major haul in their blockbuster trade for Anthony Davis. In exchange for the 10-time All-Star, the Wizards agreed to send Marvin Bagley, A.J.

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Will Riley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 7

Exclusive: Wizards’ Will Riley makes ‘weight room’ admission amid historic hot streak

The Washington Wizards have lost 22 of their last 23 games, but this is one of the franchise’s most exciting times in recent memory. That’s partially because of rookie forward Will Riley, who is spinning and shooting his way into becoming a cornerstone piece.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 7

Wizards Veteran Praises HC's Developmental Touch

Meaningfully analyzing the job performances of coaches in any sport is already next to impossible. Fans and analysts can stay glued to every game, never

Julian Reese News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 7

Wizards' Julian Reese Off to Historic Start to NBA Career

As the 2025–26 season dwindles down, the Washington Wizards continue to dive into their bench, scraping the ground floor in hopes of finding any young player who can impact the team moving forward.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 7

Draymond Green Explodes After Being Rage-Baited in Prank by Anthony Davis and LeBron James

Pranks are cute, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes outrageous, but none could ever prepare NBA fans for the sight of Draymond Green nearly losing his cool.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 7

Wizards Post NCAA Tournament Mock Draft

Another rendition of a Washington Wizards mock draft is now upon us. Since the last one before the NCAA Tournament, many changes have been made. Some players have jumped up on big boards, while some have dropped considerably.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 6

Wizards Show Off Developmental Success Despite Loss To Nets

Even with the Washington Wizards looking to lose every game they play, the level of production from various players has been eye-opening. With each passing game, several players like Will Riley and Julian Reese have proven to be reliable contributors, even with injuries plaguing the roster.

Will Riley News / Last Word On Sports / April 6

Will Riley Joins Wizards History With Epic Back-To-Back Games

Washington Wizards rookie forward Will Riley has been nothing short of a major surprise this season. At the beginning of the campaign, the Illinois product was an afterthought, playing garbage time minutes and bouncing in and out of the G-League.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 5

Wizards and Nets had the most ridiculous injury report for Sunday’s game

The Washington Wizards and Brooklyn Nets engaged in an epic tank-off Sunday, and that was made quite obvious by the injury report. Both the Wizards and Nets are essentially playing for draft position, meaning Sunday’s game devolved into a contest of who wanted to lose more.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Final Injury Report for Wizards-Nets: Will Alex Sarr, Nic Claxton Play?

The Washington Wizards are on the road on Sunday afternoon as they travel to take on the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference matchup. Washington enters Sunday’s game with a 17-60 record after losing on the road to the Miami Heat on Saturday afternoon.