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Chris Paul News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 5

Should Wizards Look Into Adding Chris Paul?

The NBA's open market may soon include one of the league's most decorated active players in a turn of events that no one saw coming. The Los Angeles Clippers

NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 5

Wizards Get Drubbed by Boston’s Backups in a 45-Point Debacle

So, I’m on the road and failed to pack anything to read. The best options where I’m saying are a book about The Actors Studio by James Lipton, the first chapter of which was surprisingly dull, and a memoir(?) by Chelsea Handler, which is not funny, interesting, or insightful.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 4

Wizards vs. Celtics final score: Washington gets blasted by Boston, 146-101

The Washington Wizards took on one of the hottest teams in the NBA on Thursday and got flamed inside Capital One Arena. The Boston Celtics torched the Wizards in a 146-101 contest that got out of hand in the second half.

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Wizards Need Several Trades to Patch Many Needs

The Washington Wizards may be feeling relatively strong at the moment, having won back-to-back home games off the back of some fairly inspired basketball, but they remain one of the most talent-needy organizations in the sport.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Injuries Rendering Wizards' Guard a Non-Factor

Of the Washington Wizards' many recurring issues throughout the 2025-26 NBA season, the least of which (at least, relatively) has been their woes in the injury report.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Banged-Up Wizards Take on Surging Celtics

The 3–17 Washington Wizards are slated to take on the 12–9 Boston Celtics. This game is shaping up to be quite the contest considering both teams will be without multiple key contributors.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Wizards Have Perfect Trade Opportunity for Pelicans Star

The unofficial start of the trade season for the NBA is a few days away, as December 15 is when many players who signed over the summer can be traded. With trade season starting to come into full effect, rumors and insider info will surface about who is on the trade block and which teams are pursuing certain players.

Jay Huff News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Wizards Made Mistake with Pacers Center

When Jay Huff was with the Washington Wizards organization, including time with their G League affiliate, the Capital City Go-Go, he showed promise. He displayed the capability of being a true rim protector and shot-blocker, often leading the team in blocks each game.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 4

Wizards May Have Broke Up Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo

Just a few days ago, the Washington Wizards readied themselves for a Monday night showdown that many fans were rolling their eyes at before the ball was tipped off.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / December 3

Breakdown of the Wizards’ early-season injury woes

The Washington Wizards’ sidelined lineup is, regrettably, starting to look like it would give the main squad a run for its money. Here’s a quick breakdown of the bumps and bruises the players have been dealing with early in the season.

Bilal Coulibaly News / Hoops Rumors / December 3

Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly likely to miss multiple weeks with injury

Bilal Coulibaly is likely to miss multiple weeks with an oblique strain.

Khris Middleton takes revenge on old team in Wizards' upset win

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Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Wizards may have changed NBA trade landscape by breaking Giannis Antetokounmpo

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards weren’t supposed to cause a seismic shift in the NBA this season, but their home win over Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday might have sparked one.

Tyrese Maxey News / Bullets Forever / December 3

Maxey’s 35 Buries Wizards in Second-Half Surge

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Wizards rode the offensive rebounding exploits of Marvin Bagley III and Justin Champagnie — both starting because of injuries (or the need to rest) for the usual starters — to keep the score close.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / December 2

Wizards at 76ers final score: Washington loses 121-102

The Washington Wizards lost to the Philadelphia 76ers, 121-102 on Tuesday night in Philadelphia. Let’s say that the Sixers’ three point shooting was one of the major reasons why Washington gave this game away.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 2

What Wizards' Starting Lineup Should Look Like

The Washington Wizards are not winning many games, and they shouldn't be focused on winning as many as possible right now. This team should put all their time and effort into developing young talent and giving the fanbase a reason to cheer for this team and show up to Capital One Arena.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 2

Wizards shock Bucks, 129-126

Washington has now won 66% of its last three games. CJ McCollum scored in 28 points, punctuating the night with a cold-blooded step-back three with 14.4 seconds left as the Washington Wizards edged the Milwaukee Bucks 129–126 on Monday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 2

Wizards' goals in Philadelphia: log first win streak, end road skid

The Washington Wizards will pursue their first winning streak of the season when they visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. After losing 15 of its first 16 games, Washington has posted two wins in its last three contests.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 2

The Wizards Find Life: Inside the Stunning Comeback That Shocked Milwaukee 129-126

For a team like the Wizards, sitting at 3-16, the concept of “resilience” usually feels like a hollow buzzword thrown around in post-game press conferences to mask the scent of another blowout.

Khris Middleton News / Yardbarker / December 2

Khris Middleton takes revenge on old team in Wizards' upset win

The Milwaukee Bucks traded Middleton to the Wizards last season in a misguided playoff push.

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C.J. McCollum News / Field Level Media / December 1

CJ McCollum, Wizards surge past Bucks in 4th quarter

CJ McCollum scored 28 points while leading the Washington Wizards to an improbable second-half comeback en route to a 129-126 win over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks on Monday.

Corey Kispert News / Field Level Media / November 27

$Wizards' Corey Kispert to miss time with thumb fracture$

Wizards' Corey Kispert to miss time with thumb fracture

The Wizards ended a 14-game losing streak when they beat the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday, but the news wasn't all good for Washington coming out of the game.