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Trae Young On Wizards’ Response After Bam Adebayo’s 83: ‘What We Needed’

The Washington Wizards have taken their share of losses this season. But Tuesday’s might have been the most painful of all. That was the night Bam Adebayo erupted for 83 points for the Miami Heat, a performance that left the Wizards searching for answers and a little pride.

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Coulibaly Leads Wizards Offense in Overtime Loss to Orlando Magic

Now that’s more like. The Wizards fell behind the Orlando Magic by as much as 19 points in the second, roared back with a +15 fourth quarter to send the game to overtime, briefly took a one-point lead in the extra period, and still brought home the loss they needed.

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / March 12

Wizards at Magic final score: Washington comeback falls short in OT, 136-131

The Washington Wizards’ valiant comeback effort fell short on Thursday against the Orlando Magic in a 136-131 contest at Kia Center. The Wizards got buried in a 19-point hole in the third quarter that made the game look like it was about to turn into a good, old-fashioned blowout.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 12

Erik Spoelstra blasts critics of Bam Adebayo's 83-point game

'I apologize to absolutely no one': Heat HC Erik Spoelstra blasts critics of Bam Adebayo's historic performance

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo's performance against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday was one of the best we have ever seen in a game in NBA history.

Former NBA player has profane rant about Adebayo's 83-point game

Heat legend Dwyane Wade admits one surprise during Adebayo's outburst

Doris Burke makes an 'uncomfortable' admission about Adebayo's big game

Bucks fall to Suns, but Kyle Kuzma reaches 10,000-point milestone

Lakers' expected contract offer to Austin Reaves is revealed

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 12

Two more teams eliminated from postseason contention

They are the second and third NBA teams ruled out of postseason contention, joining the Pacers, who were eliminated on Tuesday with a loss to the Kings.

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Bam Adebayo News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 12

Wizards Keep Getting Disrespected After Bam Adebayo's 83-Point Game

The pain keeps getting worse for the Washington Wizards. During what should be the final season of a rebuild, they did something no other team has allowed this season.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Wizards’ Keefe On Adebayo’s Historic Night: ‘Not Real’ Basketball

The Washington Wizards received a brutal beatdown against the Miami Heat in what became a historic night for Bam Adebayo. The three-time center dominated the Wizards, leading to an 83-point performance, becoming the second-highest scoring total in a game throughout NBA history.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 12

Washington Wizards at Orlando Magic Preview, Prediction & Odds | March 11

With the NBA season winding down, with weeks left before the playoffs, bettors could win big with the Washington Wizards taking on the Orlando Magic. Orlando has been on a hot streak and has won five games in a row, and could be heading for a strong run before the playoffs.

Washington Wizards News / Sneakers on SI / March 12

Trae Young on March Madness, Jordan Brand, and Sling TV

Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young has an incredible résumé built on defying expectations: four NBA All-Star Games, All-NBA honors, and the first player since Tiny Archibald to lead the league in total points and assists.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 12

Wizards Facing Brutal Stretch of Games to Close March

Through the midst of the Washington Wizards’ up-and, mostly down, 2025–26 season, the team is currently riding arguably its coldest stretch. Washington is on a nine-game losing streak, meaning that a loss in its next matchup versus the Orlando Magic would mark its second losing streak of the season of 10 or more games.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 12

Everything You Need to Know Ahead of Wizards at Magic

The Washington Wizards are coming off what can go down as one of the most embarrassing losses in franchise history. Previously, they faced the Miami Heat, when Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history.

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Washington Wizards Coach Sounded Salty When Asked About Bam Adebayo’s Historic 83-Point Night

Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe didn’t mince his words about Bam Adebayo’s 83-point performance during their 150-129 loss to the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Don’t Expect It To Get Any Easier For The Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards were on the opposing side of a historic contest. In that game, Miami Heat center and three-time NBA All-Star Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, making it the second-highest scoring game in NBA history.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11

Wizards coach sounded so salty over Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game

Washington Wizards coach Brian Keefe certainly did not seem to be in the mood to congratulate Bam Adebayo after the Miami Heat center dropped 83 points on his team Tuesday night.

Bam Adebayo News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 11

Wizards Defense Put on Blast After Bam Adebayo’s Historic Night

The Washington Wizards were not the protagonist of their 150-129 loss to the Miami Heat. They weren't even close to the main story, more resembling a spectator rather than an opponent in watching Heat star Bam Adebayo score 83 points for the second-highest on-game total since Wilt Chamberlain's crossed the century mark over 50 years ago.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 11

Big Man Scoring Duel Breaks Out in Wizards' Loss to Heat

The Washington Wizards drop to 16–48 on the year following a dominant loss at the hands of the Miami Heat. The Heat were led by forward Bam Adebayo, who had a historic scoring night, dropping the second-most points in NBA history and finishing with 83.

NBA News / DC Sports King / March 11

Former Highschool and College Teammates Julian Reese and Derik Queen Matchup for the First Time in The NBA

Fresh off a historic rookie game, Julian “Juju” Reese matched up against his former high school and college teammate, Derik Queen. The two St. Frances Academy and University of Maryland alumni shared a special full-circle moment on the NBA hardwood, joined by their former high school teammate Bub Carrington and AAU teammate Cam Whitmore.