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Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly gives key to excelling amid injuries after 21-point game vs. Raptors

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Perfection is usually impossible, but the Washington Wizards were close to perfect in their 138-117 home win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday.

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Growing Wizards go for back-to-back wins vs. Grizzlies

The Washington Wizards own the NBA's second-worst record at 6-23, but there have been some encouraging signs the past few weeks. A week ago, the Wizards defeated the Memphis Grizzlies, 130-122.

Cam Whitmore News / The Lead / December 27

Cam Whitmore Is at a Career Crossroads

Cam Whitmore was traded to the Wizards in the offseason for two second-round picks. Whitmore joining a new team felt like a fresh start for a player with huge potential.

Bub Carrington News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 27

Wizards' Bub Carrington Keeps Impressing Despite Sixth-Man Shift

Bub Carrington's escape from his particularly-hairy sophomore slump made for the Washington Wizards' top feel-good narrative amidst an otherwise-loss-filled start to the season.

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The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz

In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / December 27

Roster turnover defined the Wizards’ 2025 calendar year

The year 2025 is coming to a close in less than a week. And yesterday’s Washington Wizards win got me thinking for a second because they beat the Toronto Raptors soundly, 138-117 with Kyshawn George having a big night.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 27

Wizards May Be Further Along Than We Thought

Not too long ago, the Washington Wizards were 1–15 and on the verge of breaking a franchise record for the longest losing streak. Vibes in the District were at an all-time low, leading fans to question the validity of the front office and its judgment on how the rebuild should be handled.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 27

Wizards Looking For First Back-to-Back Wins of Season

The Washington Wizards are 6-23 with a roster that has, save for one or two dire stretches, maintained consistent health. It’s safe to say that the current vision for the team, under second-year head coach Brian Keefe, simply isn’t in a competitive position long-term.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 27

Proposed Anti-Tanking Rules Could Hurt Wizards' Rebuild

Tanking is a problem the NBA wants to eliminate, and rightfully so. There are teams in the league who have been tanking for multiple years, all the way back to the NBA Bubble season during 2020.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 27

Team Basketball, Real Defense, and a Fourth-Quarter Rout in Toronto

The Washington Wizards played a true team game and blew open a close game with a fourth quarter onslaught to beat the Toronto Raptors, 138-117, and earn their sixth win of the season.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26

Wizards’ Alex Sarr earns massive endorsement from Darko Rajakovic

Alex Sarr’s growth in the NBA garnered praise from Darko Rajakovic following the Washington Wizards’ matchup against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26

Wizards Gift Fans with Win Over Raptors for the Holidays

The Washington Wizards gave every fan exactly what was on their holiday wishlist: a victory in Capital One Arena. The squad welcomed a feisty Toronto Raptors team into the Capital city, as the team from the Six has playoff goals this season.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 26

Wizards' late spree against Raptors merits rare win

Kyshawn George scored 23 points to help lead the Washington Wizards to a 138-117 victory over the visiting Toronto Raptors on Friday. CJ McCollum and Bilal Coulibaly added 21 points apiece for the Wizards, who snapped a two-game losing streak.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 26

Wizards vs Raptors Recap: Wizards dominate the Raptors and win, 138-117

Wizards pull-off the upset victory over the Toronto Raptors This was an extremely fast-paced game, more accustomed to the Wizards’ style of play. The Wizards are currently 8th in the league in pace, while the Raptors are 24th.

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Tre Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26

What’s Preventing Wizards Rookie Tre Johnson from Breaking Out

Tre Johnson has shown enough flashes in his rookie season to convince many that he has the talent to become a go-to player for the Washington Wizards. Yet, despite the upside, the organization has been reluctant to fully hand him the keys.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26

Wizards Injury Problems May Have Been Blessing in Disguise

In recent weeks, the Washington Wizards have seen an influx of injuries across the roster. Multiple key contributors such as Alex Sarr, Corey Kispert, Bilal Coulibaly, and Tre Johnson have missed extended time, which at face value should be a major loss for the Wizards.

Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26

Why Wizards' Alex Sarr Won't Make NBA All-Star Team

Washington Wizards big man Alex Sarr has been one of the most productive players in the NBA this season, yet, despite his impressive individual performance, an NBA All-Star selection is likely to remain out of reach.

Tre Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 26

Wizards Must Give Tre Johnson the Green Light

The Washington Wizards are once again staring at a lost season, owning the worst record in the NBA and searching for any signs of long-term optimism. One of the clearest paths toward that optimism is rookie guard Tre Johnson. However, the organization has been hesitant to fully unleash him.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25

Exclusive: Wizards rookie reveals secret behind sudden breakout

Few stories capture the essence of perseverance quite like that of an overlooked rookie rising to the occasion. Thankfully for the rebuilding Washington Wizards, December numbers offer a snapshot of a young player beginning to turn promise into production.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / December 25

Wizards Have Storied Glory on Christmas Day

The Washington Wizards haven’t played a Christmas game since 2017. While other teams have been go-to picks for the holiday games lately, the Wizards were one of those teams back in their glory days.

John Wall News / NBA Analysis Network / December 25

How John Wall really felt when Washington Wizards traded him for Russell Westbrook

John Wall opened up about his infamous departure from the Washington Wizards in 2020 and what emotions were running through his head. Earlier this year, John Wall decided to end his career after 15 years.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24

Clippers linked to a prominent 20-PPG scorer on the trade market

After formally banishing Chris Paul, the Clippers may now be going for another former NBPA president.

With no NBA opportunities in sight, Ben Simmons is going fishing — by choice

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Cam Whitmore News / Hoops Rumors / December 23

Wizards' Cam Whitmore has blood clot, out indefinitely

Whitmore hasn’t played since Dec. 4, having sat out of Washington’s past six games.

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Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / December 22

Wizards Sophomore Finally Making His Second Year Leap

The Washington Wizards‘ 2024 draft class is one of the only highlights for the franchise in recent history. Alex Sarr is playing at an elite level on both ends, and Kyshawn George is proving to be the steal of the class as the season nears its midway point.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 17

Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly Expected To Make Return Thursday

Alex Sarr is expected to make his return from the adductor injury that kept him sidelined for the month of December on Thursday against the Spurs. The Wizards released their injury report (via Twitter), which didn’t include either him or Bilal Coulibaly, who has missed the last four games with an oblique injury.