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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / August 3
The Wizards’ toughest extension decision isn’t Anthony Davis. It’s Bilal Coulibaly. 
One of the surest signs that we’ve entered the NBA’s annual dog days: The Ringer’s Zach Lowe has gone on vacation. The only major piece of unfinished business on the league’s to-do list is a ruling on the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard allegedly conspiring to circumvent the salary cap.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 1
AJ Dybantsa Can’t Wait To Guard Luka Doncic For One Specific Reason
Making the leap to the NBA is a surreal experience for young rookie athletes. As much as nerves and anxiety are prevalent, there’s also great excitement and anticipation over the challenges to come.
AJ Dybantsa News / NBA Draft on SI / August 1
NBA Draft Review: How AJ Dybantsa Fits the Wizards
On 2026 NBA Draft night, the Washington Wizards called AJ Dybantsa's name first, locking in their future star with the top overall pick. There were questions about what direction the Wizards would go, though they ended up shoring up talent on the wing in the long-term.
Wizards Around the Web
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / August 1
Gilbert Arenas wouldn’t let players who made less than $5 million speak directly to him
Former Washington Wizards star guard Gilbert Arenas was one of the NBA’s best scorers for much of the 2000s. Now that his career is over, he has gradually begun to reveal more about his life as Washington’s superstar during that time.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Bilal Coulibaly News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 31
Reporters' Roundtable: What Bilal Coulibaly Extension Details Should Wizards Fans Expect?
By no means have the Washington Wizards put their fans through a sleepy summer of news. They laid their latest (and biggest) NBA Draft-related building block yet in welcoming AJ Dybantsa aboard the squad, and wasted no time in committing to his star backcourt-mate in Trae Young.
Jamir Watkins News / Field Level Media / July 31
Wizards F Jamir Watkins recovering from ACL surgery
Second-year forward Jamir Watkins could miss the 2026-27 season for the Washington Wizards after undergoing surgery to reconstruct his torn left ACL. The Wizards said Watkins underwent surgery on Thursday at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
Washington Wizards News / EssentiallySports / July 31
'7th or 8th Option': AJ Dybantsa Ignores Richard Jefferson for Putting Deandre Ayton, Khris Middleton Above Him in Wizards Lineup
The No. 1 draft pick of 2026 has the clear aim of lifting his team into the playoffs. AJ Dybantsa stated his intentions on the ‘Road Tripping Podcast,’ and co-host Richard Jefferson wasted no time in his rookie hazing tactics.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Jamir Watkins News / Hoops Rumors / July 30
Wizards’ Jamir Watkins Undergoes Surgery For Torn ACL
Wizards wing Jamir Watkins underwent successful surgery on Thursday to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, the team announced (via Twitter). According to Josh Robbins of The Athletic (Twitter link), Watkins’ injury occurred in Washington’s Summer League opener in Las Vegas on July 9, when the Wizards faced the Jazz.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Baffling suitor emerges for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan's free agency has stretched into late July after the Sacramento Kings waived him earlier in the month.
AJ Dybantsa News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 29
AJ Dybantsa calls Tracy McGrady comp the ‘best compliment’
Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa has already drawn comparisons to several NBA stars, but there’s one comparison that stands above the rest in his mind.
Washington Wizards News / Stadium Rant / July 29
NBA Rumors: Wizards’ Pursuit Of DeMar DeRozan Is A Huge Risk
The Washington Wizards are reportedly in talks with DeMar DeRozan, a six-time All-Star who ranks 16th in NBA history with 26,711 career points and turns 37 in August.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 29
Wizards Reportedly Have Interest In DeMar DeRozan
After recently identifying the Heat, Nuggets, and Cavaliers as suitors for free agent forward DeMar DeRozan, ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter video link) said during an appearance on NBA Today on Tuesday that the Wizards are another team that has been in contact with DeRozan within the past few days.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 29
Early Record Projections Undercut Wide-Ranging Wizards Possibilities
This offseason's coming back down to earth following LeBron James' most recent decision (that's with a lowercase "d" this time), and he leaves behind a free agency class with very few impact contributors left worth signing.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Four NBA teams are built to rule Eastern Conference in 2026-27
After the flurry of offseason transactions across the Eastern Conference, which four teams now sit atop the conference hierarchy entering the 2026-27 season?
Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / July 26
Wizards Are Brilliantly Drawing Line on Anthony Davis $275M Extension
As the calendar flips toward August 6, the Washington Wizards face the most consequential front-office decision of their offseason. When Anthony Davis officially becomes eligible for a contract extension, it will set the tone for the franchise’s entire competitive trajectory.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / July 25
What to Take Away From the Wizards’ Summer League
The Washington Wizards concluded their most anticipated Summer League season in years with a 3-2 record. The excitement centered around No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa making his debut, but he wasn’t the only story.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 24
New update addresses Kyrie Irving rumor; former teammate gives LeBron James free-agency advice
The LeBron James Saga just keeps getting stranger and stranger. Here's the latest.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24
Report: Wizards are drawing a line with Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis apparently will not be getting his (extremely lofty) wish. The Washington Wizards would like to agree to a new long-term deal with their star big man Davis, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Thursday.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22
Report reveals Wizards' plans for Anthony Davis
When the Washington Wizards acquired Anthony Davis in a trade with the Dallas Mavericks, questions swirled about what the future holds for th former All-Star center.
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