Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Wizards Veteran Boasts Career Night vs. 76ers

March was a massive month on the court for the Washington Wizards. Despite winning one game across their 16 contests, players made notable statistical jumps.

Washington Wizards News / The Spun / April 2

The Wizards Have Apologized For Their April Fools' Day Prank

The Washington Wizards keep finding new ways to embarrass themselves this season. As if a 17-59 record wasn't bad enough, the Wizards have created quite the controversy this week by playing an April Fools' Day prank on a fan.

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / April 2

Wizards Confirm Kyshawn George Won’t Return This Season

As expected, Wizards forward Kyshawn George has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season due to a Grade 2 ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear in his left elbow, the team announced today (Twitter link).

NBA News / Bullets Forever / April 2

Wizards suffer nearly historic loss to 76ers

The Wizards accomplished a few things in their 153-131 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the most important of which was moving back to the top of the NBA’s Draft Lottery standings.

Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / April 1

Paul George (39), Sixers shoot lights out vs. Wizards

Paul George set a career high in a Sixers uniform with 39 points and visiting Philadelphia, playing without Joel Embiid, had an offensive outburst in a 153-131 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / April 1

Wizards vs. 76ers final score: Washington plays zero defense in 153-131 loss to Philly

The Washington Wizards got demolished by the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday in a 153-131 contest at Capital One Arena. The Wizards had some scoring fun in a defense-optional first half.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Wizards Provide New Update On Star Forward’s Injury

The Washington Wizards have been fighting through some injuries as the season comes to a close. Sophomores Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George have been battling injuries since the All-Star Break.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Anthony Davis News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Anthony Davis Admits Mistake After Lakers Game

Anthony Davis has yet to suit up for the Washington Wizards, but the 10-time All-Star is already building chemistry with his new teammates. In February 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers sent Luka Doncic to the Dallas Mavericks in one of the most shocking trades in NBA history.

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The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / March 31

Wizards Announce Latest Update For Anthony Davis: Will He Play This Season?

Washington Wizards star Anthony Davis hasn’t played since January 8th, but there is hope yet that he might suit up again before the end of the regular season.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Rumors / March 31

Wizards’ Anthony Davis Cleared For Light Contact

Wizards big man Anthony Davis, who has been sidelined with ligament damage in his left hand, has been cleared for light contact as he progresses toward his full return, the team tweets.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / March 31

The 2026-27 Wizards Will Be Franchise’s Best Team in a Decade

There’s been a new spark in Capital One Arena over the last couple of weeks. The additions of Trae Young and Anthony Davis have given a new hope to a desperate fanbase.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / March 31

Is Wizards’ Will Riley Related to Pat Riley?

The Washington Wizards have had a forgettable season as they have one of the worst records in the league alongside the Indiana Pacers. In a season where they only managed a 17-58 record, the only silver lining for the Wizards has to be the young core that they have built.

Will Riley News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 31

How Will Riley Fits Into Wizards Long-Term Plans

Although the Washington Wizards have had a less than ideal 2025–26 season in regard to their team success, if one thing has rang true it is the fact that they have built a solid young core.

Bub Carrington News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Wizards' Bub Carrington Joins Historic Group After Reaching Career Milestone

Bub Carrington, a guard for the Washington Wizards, has been one of the team's top young players. He's only in his NBA season, and Carrington has gradually established himself as an important piece to the team's foundation.

Julian Reese News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30

Angel Reese’s brother Julian gets good news from the NBA

Julian Reese has successfully avoided what would have been a costly disciplinary measure. The NBA announced on Monday that they have rescinded a double technical foul assessed to the Washington Wizards forward Reese and Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen during their game the night before.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 30

Five NBA coaches who may be looking for new jobs soon

Here are five NBA coaches who may not be with their teams after the 2025-26 season ends.

Should Warriors shut Stephen Curry down for the season?

Injuries pile up for Nuggets in win over Golden State

Magic hit new low in blowout loss to Raptors

Magic had one of the worst stretches of NBA basketball ever

The 'NBA players to record 40+ point games' quiz

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Final Injury Report for Wizards-Trail Blazers: Will Trae Young, Jerami Grant Play?

The Washington Wizards are on the road on Sunday night as they travel to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in an interconference matchup. Washington enters Sunday’s game with a 17-56 record after losing on the road to the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.