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.

New-look Cavaliers backcourt is a resounding success in playoffs

Donovan Mitchell, James Harden proving to be dynamic duo for Cavaliers

Report: Bulls narrowing search for top executive role

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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.

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.

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The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 60 double-doubles in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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.

Zohran Mamdani takes a shot at Trae Young

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Brian Keefe News / Field Level Media / April 16

Wizards intend for coach Brian Keefe to return in 2026-27

The Washington Wizards want Brian Keefe to return as head coach in the 2026-27 season. General manager Will Dawkins said Thursday at his end-of-season news conference that he expects Keefe to be back, despite a 43-160 record in two-plus 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).

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 15

How the Wizards Benefitted - and Lost - From the Western Play-In

The Washington Wizards should have nothing to do with the majority of this year's postseason festivities. They fell well short of the playoffs with their league-worst 17-65 record, yet their fingerprints could be detected all over the first Play-In Tournament matchup over in the Western Conference's side of the bracket.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 15

Three Winners of the Wizards Season's Final Chapter

The Washington Wizards didn't have much to gain from padding their late-season win-count, as least from the franchise's big-picture perspective. As far

Trae Young News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 14

Trae Young Reveals Excitement Toward Wizards' Defensive Potential

To imply that Trae Young's never been known for his defense wouldn't do that side of his reputation service by this point in his storied career. His performance on that end of the floor has been well-documented over the course of his storied career, just not always for the right reasons.

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 / HITC / April 10

How Angel Reese reacted to her brother’s dominant stretch with the Washington Wizards

Angel Reese could not hide her pride as her brother Julian Reese continues to make waves with an impressive stretch for the Washington Wizards. While Angel has been making headlines in the WNBA, her brother is quietly carving out his own story 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.

Anthony Davis finally breaks silence on Pelicans fallout and shocking Luka Doncic trade

Wizards remain in full-blown tank mode with Anthony Davis-Trae Young injury news

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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.