Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Darryn Peterson News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 7

Darryn Peterson Applies Early Pressure Ahead of Wizards' Summer League Debut

While the vast majority of NBA Summer League rosters, including the Washington Wizards, continue preparing for this week's Las Vegas tip-off, a few select prospect groups have been taking advantage of a fortuitous scheduling quirk.

Felix Okpara News / Hoops Rumors / July 7

Wizards Sign Felix Okpara To Two-Way Deal

The Wizards have filled their open two-way contract slot by signing 46th overall pick Felix Okpara to a two-way deal, per NBA.com’s official transaction log.

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 7

Wizards announce 2026 Summer League roster

The Washington Wizards released their Summer League roster, which features three first-round picks from the last two NBA Drafts. AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft, headlines a talented Wizards roster that opens Summer League on July 9 against the Utah Jazz.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 7

Bullets Forever and SB Nation are now part of PMX Global

With the 2026 NBA Draft and the NBA Summer League on the horizon (while some smaller Summer Leagues are going on for other teams besides the Washington Wizards), I thought now would be a good time for us to visit on the biggest piece of news regarding Bullets Forever and SB Nation.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / July 6

Wizards Confirm Changes To Coaching Staff For Next Season

The Wizards confirmed in a press release on Monday that they have made a few changes to their coaching staff for next season. Nearly all of the coaching updates were previously reported, but they have now been made official by the team.

Jaden Hardy News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 6

Jaden Hardy's Trade Departure Opens Opportunity for Fringe Wizards Scorer

It may have taken a few days of painful buildup, but the Washington Wizards finally threw their hungry fan base a bone in adding a veteran newcomer to next season's squad.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / July 5

Vanterpool Moving To Wizards’ Front Office; Caporn New Top Assistant

Wizards lead assistant coach David Vanterpool is transitioning to a position in the team’s front office, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic (Twitter links), who reports that Adam Caporn will be Washington’s new top assistant.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 5

Wizards move Brian Keefe’s top assistant to front office after Patrick Ewing hire

The Washington Wizards have overhauled their roster since January, and now they’re making staff changes. They made another move in the latter regard on Sunday after hiring Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing as an assistant coach on Saturday, per The Athletic’s Josh Robbins.

Patrick Ewing News / DC Sports King / July 5

Georgetown Legend Patrick Ewing Returns to D.C.: How ‘Big Pat’ Will Transform the Wizards’ Frontcourt

Few names command instant reverence across Washington, D.C., basketball circles quite like Patrick Ewing. Forty-two years after leading the Georgetown Hoyas to the 1984 NCAA National Championship, the Hall of Fame center is once again calling the nation’s capital home.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / July 4

Report: Patrick Ewing, Steve Clifford joining Wizards staff

Patrick Ewing is returning to the coaching ranks, joining the Washington Wizards as an assistant to head coach Brian Keefe, ESPN reported on Saturday. Ewing, 63, had been serving as an ambassador for the New York Knicks, with whom he starred from 1985-2000.

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Rich Paul News / Fadeaway World / July 4

Rich Paul Says Wizards Are 'Sleeper Team' To Win The East Next Season

The Knicks are king in the NBA Eastern Conference, but they will face plenty of challengers in their quest to repeat as champions. Following the Jaylen Brown trade, all the attention is on Philadelphia right now, but there’s another squad that’s in a position to make some noise in 2026-27.

Patrick Ewing News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4

Patrick Ewing lands NBA coaching job

Patrick Ewing is continuing his coaching career where it all began. The Washington Wizards have reportedly hired Ewing to serve as an assistant coach under head coach Brian Keefe.

Patrick Ewing News / Hoops Rumors / July 4

Patrick Ewing To Join Wizards’ Coaching Staff

Former NBA star Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach under Brian Keefe in Washington, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Anthony Davis News / Stadium Rant / July 4

Anthony Davis Trade Rumors: 3 Potential Landing Spots

Anthony Davis has recently been thrown around in NBA trade rumors for many reasons. Regardless, the Washington Wizards have shut down talks and claim they are sticking with their great big man.

Deandre Ayton News / DC Sports King / July 3

Wizards Just Collecting Names? Inside the Surprise DeAndre Ayton Trade

When the news dropped that the Washington Wizards had acquired former No. 1 overall pick DeAndre Ayton from the Los Angeles Lakers, the initial reaction across the D.C.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / July 2

The Washington Wizards Hit On All Marks at the 2026 NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards headlined the highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft. Entering the draft, this year’s class profiled as one of the most talented the league has seen in years.

Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Wizards' plan for Anthony Davis revealed amid trade rumors

Anthony Davis appeared in trade rumors over the past week, which was apparently news to the team that pays his salary. The 10-time All-Star was rumored to be headed to the Golden State Warriors in a deal that would supposedly entice former teammate LeBron James to make his way to the Bay Area as well.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Wizards’ Trae Young teases big Washington free agency move with 1 emoji

The Washington Wizards have been quiet to start free agency, but there is still time for them to make a move or two to help improve their roster for next season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

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Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / June 30

Warriors have surprising untouchable player in Anthony Davis trade?

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AJ Dybantsa News / Yardbarker / June 30

Wizards earn high mark for selecting AJ Dybantsa in NBA Draft

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