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D'Angelo Russell Not Expected to Join Wizards

Anthony Davis was the unquestioned headliner of the Washington Wizards' high-profile exchange with the Dallas Mavericks, but he was far from the only moving part in the trade.

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The Wizards Are Moving On to the Next Phase of the Rebuild

The District’s out-of-left-field move shocked the NBA world, as the Wizards surfaced as a contender in the Anthony Davis sweepstakes, leaving competing teams like Toronto and Atlanta in the dust. A day before the highly anticipated trade deadline, the Washington Wizards unexpectedly made headlines.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 9

Will Wizards’ Trae Young actually play again this season with Anthony Davis out?

The Washington Wizards recently made a splash by acquiring Anthony Davis from the Dallas Mavericks at the NBA trade deadline. The move gives Washington two All-Star caliber players to build around in Davis and Trae Young, whom the team acquired from the Atlanta Hawks a month ago.

Washington Wizards News / EssentiallySports / February 9

D’Angelo Russell Breaks Silence After Wizards GM Announces Decision on Future

The trade is done, but the situation is anything but settled. Just days after landing with the Washington Wizards, D’Angelo Russell’s future with the franchise is already in question, and the guard finally responded in public.

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How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / February 9

D’Angelo Russell’s time with Wizards is over before it begins

The D’Angelo Russell era in Washington is over before a single jersey was sold. Following the blockbuster trade deadline deal that sent shockwaves through the NBA—highlighted by Anthony Davis’s arrival in the nation’s capital—it has become clear that Russell, a key salary-matching piece in the transaction, will not be suiting up for the Wizards.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Will Riley News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 9

Will Riley Might Not Last Among Wizards Stellar Young Core

Many things can be said about the Washington Wizards' 2025/26 season, but even the biggest of Wizards haters cannot deny that a promising young core has been built in D.C.

Anthony Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 9

3 best D’Angelo Russell destinations with Wizards exit looking imminent after Anthony Davis trade

Recently, the Washington Wizards shook things up by trading for Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis. A lesser talked-about part of the trade was point guard D’Angelo Russell, who was also sent to the nation’s capital in the deal.

Washington Wizards News / EssentiallySports / February 9

Anthony Davis, Trae Young Trade Triggers Private Meeting as Adam Silver Urged to Take Action

The Washington Wizards did something unthinkable at the Feb 5 deadline. They went ahead and traded for not one but two traded stars: Trae Young and Anthony Davis.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

Wizards Tell Former All-Star To Stay Home

The Washington Wizards have been extremely active in the NBA landscape this season. Trading for two former All-Stars, Anthony Davis and Trae Young, is one thing, but now, after the trade deadline, they are finalizing their roster.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Wizards’ Will Dawkins says plan is for Anthony Davis to play this season

The Wizards are trying to strike a balance between caution and optimism with Anthony Davis. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported last week that Davis was expected to miss the remainder of the season while rehabbing hand and groin injuries, and The Athletic later confirmed that outcome was considered likely.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Wizards GM: D’Angelo Russell not expected to report to team

D’Angelo Russell may never actually suit up for the Wizards. Russell technically landed in Washington as part of last week’s Anthony Davis trade, but general manager Will Dawkins made it clear the situation is fluid.

Washington Wizards News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

D’Angelo Russell Makes Stunning Decision After Wizards Trade

D’Angelo Russell’s time with the Dallas Mavericks had a lot of ups and downs. He started some games, then came off the bench, and was relegated to a cheerleader.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

Wizards GM Expects Anthony Davis To Return This Season

NBA insider Chris Haynes recently reported that Anthony Davis, who was traded from Dallas to Washington last week, was expected miss the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign to recover from hand and groin injuries.

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Against Heat, Wizards Fall Behind by 32, and Do Not Make It Interesting

The best thing about the Wizards blowout loss to the Miami Heat is that it’s over. Miami weathered an early stretch of hot shooting from Washington — and a cold streak of its own.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 8

Wizards get Destroyed by the Heat at Home

After suffering a humiliating defeat against the Brooklyn Nets, the Washington Wizards headed back to DC to get ready for the Miami Heat. Before the game, only six players were healthy.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / February 8

Wizards vs. Heat final score: Washington blown out in 132-101 loss on Super Bowl Sunday

The Washington Wizards lost to the Miami Heat on Sunday, 132-101 at home. The loss has the Wizards falling to 14-38 for the season while the Heat improved to 28-26.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

D’Angelo Russell Won’t Report To Wizards, May Be Bought Out

Veteran guard D’Angelo Russell is technically a member of the Wizards after being included in the Anthony Davis trade last week. However, it sounds as though his tenure with the team might end before it even begins.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Are The Washington Wizards Unethically Tanking?

After two blockbuster moves before the trade deadline, the Washington Wizards are now a major contender in the Eastern Conference starting next year. However,

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8

Dirk Nowitzki Sends Strong Message to Mavs Over Anthony Davis Trade

The reaction around Dallas was supposed to be relief. Instead, the loudest response came from the franchise’s most trusted voice. When the Dallas Mavericks moved on from Anthony Davis at the trade deadline, much of the focus centered on injury relief and future flexibility.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Wizards Waive 2014 Lottery Pick After Trade

The Washington Wizards made major headlines around the league, acquiring four-time NBA All-Star Trae Young and 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis, overhauling their roster in just over a month.

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Is Bam Adebayo Playing Tonight vs the Washington Wizards? Injury Report (February 8)

With 27 wins and 26 losses, the Miami Heat are reeling at 8th in the Eastern Conference. The faithful fans had hoped that the front desk would pour some cash into the trade deadline and at least get them competitive but with that ship having sailed already, Bam Adebayo is the only hope they have for a playoff spot.