Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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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.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz

The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

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

The 25 greatest journeymen in NBA history

The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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?

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.

Kyshawn George News / The Lead / December 3

Is Kyshawn George Having Growing Pains with New Role?

Kyshawn George has been given more opportunities in his second year to grow as a player and has not disappointed. He has taken major leaps across the board in points, percentages, rebounds, assists, and defensive stats.

NBA 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 / Washington Wizards on SI / December 2

Wizards Aim to Continue Hot Streak vs. 76ers

The Washington Wizards are on their hottest streak of the 2025–26 season, which isn't saying much, but is exciting for fans in D.C. nonetheless. Washington has won two of its last three games, building up some much-needed momentum considering the abysmal start to the year they had.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 2

Wizards Send AJ Johnson Down to G League

The Washington Wizards have had a lot of exciting news to process in recent hours, but they announced a bit of housekeeping-related news right as the squad prepares for the second leg of a back-to-back in Philadelphia.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 2

Wizards Struggling With Consistency

The Washington Wizards are struggling tremendously this season as they currently own the worst record in the league. Their poor start to the season isn’t just about losses, as it also speaks to deeper issues.

Will Riley News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 2

Will Riley Places Pressure on Wizards Following G League Gem

The Washington Wizards have publicly struggled like few other NBA squads through the first few weeks of the regular season. Some of the prospects have shown impressive glimpses, with developing pillars like Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George even offering star upside.

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.

NBA 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.

The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Washington Wizards 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.

Corey Kispert News / Hoops Rumors / November 27

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