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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26
Wizards Injury Problems May Have Been Blessing in Disguise
In recent weeks, the Washington Wizards have seen an influx of injuries across the roster. Multiple key contributors such as Alex Sarr, Corey Kispert, Bilal Coulibaly, and Tre Johnson have missed extended time, which at face value should be a major loss for the Wizards.
Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26
Why Wizards' Alex Sarr Won't Make NBA All-Star Team
Washington Wizards big man Alex Sarr has been one of the most productive players in the NBA this season, yet, despite his impressive individual performance, an NBA All-Star selection is likely to remain out of reach.
Tre Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26
Wizards Must Give Tre Johnson the Green Light
The Washington Wizards are once again staring at a lost season, owning the worst record in the NBA and searching for any signs of long-term optimism. One of the clearest paths toward that optimism is rookie guard Tre Johnson. However, the organization has been hesitant to fully unleash him.
The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz
In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25
Exclusive: Wizards rookie reveals secret behind sudden breakout
Few stories capture the essence of perseverance quite like that of an overlooked rookie rising to the occasion. Thankfully for the rebuilding Washington Wizards, December numbers offer a snapshot of a young player beginning to turn promise into production.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / December 25
Wizards Have Storied Glory on Christmas Day
The Washington Wizards haven’t played a Christmas game since 2017. While other teams have been go-to picks for the holiday games lately, the Wizards were one of those teams back in their glory days.
John Wall News / NBA Analysis Network / December 25
How John Wall really felt when Washington Wizards traded him for Russell Westbrook
John Wall opened up about his infamous departure from the Washington Wizards in 2020 and what emotions were running through his head. Earlier this year, John Wall decided to end his career after 15 years.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 25
Four Trade Rumors Swirling Around Wizards
Trade rumors around the NBA continue to heat up, even during the holiday season. Rumblings about Giannis Antetokounmpo and where he will end up continue to arise.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24
Clippers linked to a prominent 20-PPG scorer on the trade market
After formally banishing Chris Paul, the Clippers may now be going for another former NBPA president.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 24
Wizards Embracing the Season of Giving
The basketball court is not the only place where the Washington Wizards dish out assists. Sure, point guard Bub Carrington and breakout sophomore Kyshawn George are dishing the rock to their teammates, but their love for sharing extends past the court.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 24
Wizards Have Clear Missing Key Piece for Future
With the Washington Wizards’ recent 126–109 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, they have drop to 5–23 on the 2025–26 season. It has been apparent all season that they are far from ready to compete for any kind of playoff spot, and yet this loss still came as a bit surprising.
Cam Whitmore News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24
Source: Cam Whitmore’s blood clot unrelated to excused practice absence
Washington Wizards wing Cam Whitmore hasn’t played since his team’s 146-101 loss to the Boston Celtics on Dec. 4, and it’s unclear when he will return.
Bub Carrington News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 23
Wizards' Bub Carrington Has Rediscovered His Groove
The Washington Wizards were on track to finish with the worst record that the NBA's ever seen through the first month or so, requiring 17 games to seize their second win of the season.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 23
NBA Notes: Wizards, Cam Whitmore, Lakers, Austin Reaves, Hawks
The Wizards have ruled out forward Cam Whitmore indefinitely after he was diagnosed with upper-extremity deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 23
Wizards' Cam Whitmore has blood clot, out indefinitely
Whitmore hasn’t played since Dec. 4, having sat out of Washington’s past six games.
Tre Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22
Wizards’ Tre Johnson makes admission about role after tying career-high points vs. Spurs
The Washington Wizards own the NBA’s worst record at 5-22, but the development of young players like Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington is why their rebuild remains exciting.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / December 22
Wizards Sophomore Finally Making His Second Year Leap
The Washington Wizards‘ 2024 draft class is one of the only highlights for the franchise in recent history. Alex Sarr is playing at an elite level on both ends, and Kyshawn George is proving to be the steal of the class as the season nears its midway point.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 20
Wizards pick up rare win at short-handed Grizzlies' expense
CJ McCollum and Kyshawn George scored 28 points apiece and the visiting Washington Wizards overcame a 20-point first-half deficit to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 130-122 on Saturday night.
Jamir Watkins News / The Lead / December 20
The Wizards Got a Steal in Jamir Watkins
Jamir Watkins has become an extremely valuable player for the Wizards. The second-round rookie is already among the best defenders in DC. While many players
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
Did The Wizards Make A Mistake Drafting Texas Product?
It’s not a secret that the Washington Wizards haven’t had the best draft luck in recent years. From falling several picks to selections that didn’t fill the roster’s needs, the draft hasn’t been historically strong for Washington.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
Wizards Must Make Crucial Decision About Veteran Forward
The Washington Wizards are (hopefully) entering the last few years of their seemingly never-ending rebuild. After overhauling the roster, flipping both Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole, Washington has found their core of the future.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 17
Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly Expected To Make Return Thursday
Alex Sarr is expected to make his return from the adductor injury that kept him sidelined for the month of December on Thursday against the Spurs. The Wizards released their injury report (via Twitter), which didn’t include either him or Bilal Coulibaly, who has missed the last four games with an oblique injury.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 17
Laurene Powell Jobs selling stake in Wizards' parent company
Billionaire executive Laurene Powell Jobs is selling her stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the Wizards‘ parent company.
Alex Sarr News / Hoops Wire / December 15
Wizards taking their time with rising big man Alex Sarr
Wizards coach Brian Keefe said second-year big man Alex Sarr has not yet returned to on-court work as he continues to recover from an adductor injury. Sarr has missed the past six games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13
Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell avoids humiliating loss with huge fourth quarter
Nothing motivates an NBA star like the bright lights of a big game. A close second is the fear of humiliating defeat.
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