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Washington Wizards fans have reason to trust their front office. They've performed about as well as they could have in adding talent where they've had the opportunities, drafting well and regularly spinning damaged assets into roster upgrades.

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Anthony Davis, Wizards Not Expected To Discuss Extension This Offseason

Today – August 6 – marks the third anniversary of Anthony Davis signing his previous contract extension with the Lakers, which means he’s newly eligible to sign another extension with the Wizards.

Jonathon Simmons News / Fadeaway World / August 6

5 NBA G League Teams Holding Open Tryouts For $200 To $300: Can The Next Jonathon Simmons Emerge?

Think you’re good enough to play in the NBA G League? Well, now is your chance to prove it! G League teams hold open tryouts before the start of every season to give individuals a shot at playing for a professional team.

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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?

The 'NBA Hustle Award winners' quiz

The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6

Anthony Davis extension would be absurd gamble for Wizards

An Anthony Davis extension should not require much discussion inside the Washington Wizards’ front office. Davis is eligible for a four-year deal worth approximately $275 million, but offering it before he plays a single game for the franchise would be an absurd gamble.

Suns make Dillon Brooks key part of core with contract extension

Lakers are in 'advanced discussions' to trade for former lottery pick

Report: Klay Thompson would love to end up in one place

Jaylen Brown stared down Jalen Brunson at Donovan Mitchell’s wedding

The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Xavier Cooks News / AirJordanChronicles / August 6

Former Washington Wizards player apologizes after positive THC test leads to suspension

Former Washington Wizards player Xavier Cooks is resuming his NBL duties after serving the suspension, but not without a public apology. The Australian native tested positive for Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in June, served a one-month suspension, which ended on July 4.

Anthony Davis News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 5

Diluting Doubts: Anthony Davis' Pursuit to Meet Ambitious Wizards Attendance Goal

Washington Wizards fans plan, other fan bases who've already lived the Anthony Davis experience laugh. The team's newest All-Star asset's Hall of Fame-caliber talent is unassailable, but his chances to uplift the Wizards into something closer resembling contenders as a two-way game-wrecker aren't what's attracting the doubt among the NBA's masses.

Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / August 4

Anthony Davis Watch: Latest Details On Extension Talks With Wizards

It’s been a transformative summer for the Washington Wizards. Just a few months removed from their 15th-place finish in the East, they are poised to be among the most competitive teams in their division next season.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 4

Wizards Must Provide Answers to Offseason's Biggest Question This Week

The NBA Draft has come and gone. The majority of worthwhile free agents have already re-upped to new contracts. NBA Summer League wrapped up last month.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / August 4

A possible Anthony Davis extension headlines a crucial August for the Wizards

It’s been a quiet few weeks for the Washington Wizards after a seismic June and July saw them select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick, complete a promising Las Vegas Summer League and acquire several depth pieces.

Trae Young News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 3

Diluting Doubts: Trae Young's Fresh Wizards Start Begins with his Adaptability

For all of Trae Young's unequivocal strengths, there's a reason why he was available for so cheap this past NBA trade deadline. For years, he's been a system unto himself.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

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 / Larry Brown Sports / August 2

AJ Dybantsa takes a swipe at Luka Doncic

AJ Dybantsa is ready for his one-on-one against Luka Doncic. The Washington Wizards rookie phenom Dybantsa appeared this week on the “Road Trippin'” podcast with Channing Frye, Richard Jefferson, and Allie Clifton.

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The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

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.

Washington Wizards 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.

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.

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.

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.

The 'Assist leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

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.

DeMar DeRozan 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.

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?

Why LeBron James picking 76ers is far from safe choice

Did one shot in NBA bubble help send LeBron to 76ers?

How Celtics inadvertently helped 76ers land LeBron

LeBron's decision might force Knicks' Jalen Brunson to do the unthinkable

Mario Hezonja back in NBA, signs deal with the Cavaliers