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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 23
Wizards' All-Rookie Candidates Continue to Lose Steam
The Washington Wizards enjoyed the spoils of yet another profitable NBA Draft class this past regular season, the latest update in a promising trend for fatigued fans to soak in as the patient rebuild prepares for its next step forward.
Kyshawn George News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 22
Wizards 2025-26 Player Grades: Kyshawn George
Kyshawn George gave Washington Wizards fans plenty to dream about following his exciting rookie development story. The late first-round pick played his
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 22
Three Wizards Who Could Hit This Summer's Trade Block
You wouldn't know it by the 65 losses they spent the 2025-26 regular season accumulating, but the Washington Wizards may soon have to ward off the sort of rotational glut that's normally reserved for more competitive operations.
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 22
Wizards Offseason Guide: Picks, Cap Space, and Free Agency
The offseason should be an interesting one for the Washington Wizards. They have assets they could move, a guaranteed top-five draft pick, and the potential to add a player in free agency.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 22
Wizards' CJ McCollum Trade Was Best for Everyone Involved
The Washington Wizards agreed to acquire Trae Young midway through this past regular season, and all of the attention surrounding the move followed the 4x All-Star point guard to Washington.
Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 21
Wizards 2025-26 Player Grades: Alex Sarr
"Sarr took a leap that had everyone turning their heads this season. After a rough rookie season in which he shot the ball at an inefficient rate, he changed his shot diet and became more reliable on offense.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 21
Three Most Glaring Decisions the Wizards Must Nail This Offseason
Washington fans may soon exhale after years of holding in their collective breath and waiting out the long rebuild. A more competitive era of Wizards basketball is set to grace the long-downtrodden franchise, with numerous big changes and opportunities expected to greet locals over the coming months.
Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 21
Wizards' Alex Sarr Remains Far Away from DPOY Recognition
Defensive Player of the Year results were announced early this week, the first of the upcoming slew of NBA honors and superlatives to be rolled out over the remainder of the postseason.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 21
Hawks' CJ McCollum becomes newest MSG villain in Game 2 win over Knicks
CJ McCollum took over for Trae Young as the Atlanta Hawks' starting point guard this season. In Monday's Game 2, he took over for Young as Madison Square Garden's No. 1 villain.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 20
Wizards Should Bolster Physicality Amidst Early Playoff Returns
Under a quarter of the Washington Wizards' present roster has ever tasted the NBA playoffs, but they're already armed with a few inspiring lineup strengths that seem likely to aid their desired postseason return.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Bub Carrington News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 19
Bub Carrington's Anomalous Plus/Minus Finish is a Broader Wizards Problem
Plus/minus results are far from the most reliable figure on traditional NBA box scores. The amount of points that a team wins or loses by during a specific
Trae Young News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 17
Will Dawkins Reveals Trae Young was Always Going to be a Wizard
The offseason has officially begun for the Washington Wizards, and it will be an offseason full of questions. Some of those include what the team has planned with Anthony Davis, whether there will be a major coaching change, and who the Wizards will draft.
Jaden Hardy News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 17
Jaden Hardy, the Wizards' Bridge Veteran
A great many number of words will be used to describe the 2025-26 Washington Wizards in the future, with unimpressed outsiders likely to turn to terms such as "unabashed," "raw" or the simple "tank" to immortalize the roster that went 17-65 during year three of their patient rebuild.
Trae Young News / HITC / April 17
Trae Young fires back at Zohran Mamdani after NYC mayor called out Wizards star
Trae Young has fired back at New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani after being dragged back into the Knicks’ playoff orbit, despite no longer playing for the Atlanta Hawks.
Tre Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 17
Tre Johnson's Defense Among Next Wizards Season's Make-or-Break Factors
All signs seem to be pointing toward the Washington Wizards prioritizing defense in preparing for the 2026-27 campaign and beyond. And considering the lengthy and youthfully-spry personnel manning their upcoming roster, that initiative isn't a tough one to grasp.
Trae Young News / Total Pro Sports / April 17
Trae Young Fires Back at NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani After MSG Ticket Joke Sparks Exchange
Trae Young has always been a centerpiece for controversy. While his turmoil with the Hawks ended in a trade, the 27-year-old dropped a cryptic response on his Instagram.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
3 players Wizards must trade to clean up roster for Anthony Davis, Trae Young era
The Washington Wizards finished the 2025-26 season with the worst record in the NBA, winning just 17 out of their 82 games. Plenty of Wizards core players
Brian Keefe News / Yardbarker / April 17
Wizards make decision on HC Brian Keefe after multiyear tank
The Washington Wizards saddled head coach Brian Keefe with a roster designed to lose games for the last three seasons.
Brian Keefe News / Hoops Rumors / April 16
Wizards Plan To Retain Brian Keefe For 2026/27
The Wizards intend to bring back head coach Brian Keefe for the 2026/27 season, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic. General manager Will Dawkins confirmed as much during his end-of-season media session on Thursday, as Michael Scotto of HoopsHype relays (Twitter video link).
Jaden Hardy News / The Lead / April 14
Jaden Hardy Can Find a Home With the Washington Wizards
Jaden Hardy’s arrival with the Washington Wizards has quietly become one of the more intriguing developments of the team’s 2026 season, offering flashes of offensive upside amid a rebuilding year.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / April 14
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Could Define the Wizards’ History
50 wins in the last three seasons. That’s all the Washington Wizards have to show since fully embracing the tank in 2023-24. The last time Washington appeared in a playoff series was in 2021, when a Wizards team led by Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal fell to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round.
Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Anthony Davis gets brutally honest on his future with Wizards
Anthony Davis made his feelings very clear Monday as he spoke about what the future holds for him as a member of the Washington Wizards. The 10-time All-Star was candid with reporters Monday about his new team, months after the blockbuster trade that sent him to D.C.
Washington Wizards News / The Lead / April 13
Wizards’ Lost Season Brings Clarity and Hope for What’s Next
The 2025–26 season for the Washington Wizards will be remembered not for wins but for the losses. Washington finished with the worst record in the NBA
Julian Reese News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Angel Reese’s brother Julian gets a flagrant foul for elbowing opponent in face
Julian Reese got himself into some trouble during Thursday night’s game against the Chicago Bulls. The Washington Wizards forward Reese was called for a flagrant foul after an unsightly sequence involving Bulls guard Yuki Kawamura.
Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / April 9
Anthony Davis breaks silence on disappointment following Wizards trade
Washington has spent years lingering near the bottom of the standings. For a veteran still chasing titles, landing there doesn't scream immediate contention.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / April 8
Wizards Hold Onto Lottery Pick As Losses Pile Up
The Wizards preserved their 2026 lottery pick with their latest loss. Washington won’t have to convey its first-round pick to the Knicks after falling to 17-62 on the season with a 129-98 loss to Chicago on Tuesday.
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