Washington Wizards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Anthony Davis News / Field Level Media / October 21

Anthony Davis (34 points), Wizards ride 21-2 surge to upend Bucks

Anthony Davis scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 128-116 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks in the teams' season opener Wednesday night.

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The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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

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

Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / October 21

Anthony Davis delivers statement performance in Wizards debut

The Washington Wizards made one of the most surprising moves ahead of last season's NBA trade deadline when they acquired All-Star center Anthony Davis.

Paolo Banchero, Jalen Johnson get heated at the end of season opener

Pistons improved on major weakness in opening day win

Jokes pour in after Jayson Tatum's stinker in Celtics season opener

Trail Blazers shift Ja Morant to new role to balance out roster

Tom Dundon 'went crazy' as he becomes latest unlikable team owner

Luka Doncic sends message to Lakers fans in full-page ad

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Final Injury Report for Bucks-Wizards: Will AJ Dybantsa, Nate Ament Play?

The Washington Wizards are at home Wednesday night as they host the Milwaukee Bucks in their 2026-27 NBA season opener. Washington enters the new season looking to turn the franchise around behind a core led by Trae Young and Anthony Davis after finishing with a league-worst 17-65 record last season.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 21

Three Storylines to Monitor Entering Wizards' Season-Opening Bucks Matchup

The Washington Wizards know what the rebuilding stage of team development looks like. It was the step that ownership once dreaded before leaning all the way into the teardown process, when they opted to punt three years worth of game-to-game regular season success in favor of long-term strategizing.

WNBA News

Angel Reese goes viral for postgame dance moves in WNBA Finals

Sophie Cunningham calls out Angel Reese for 'dangerous' play on eve of WNBA Finals

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 21

Everything to Know Ahead of Wizards vs Bucks

It is a new season in The District. After years of turmoil and rebuilding, fans are ready to watch one of the most talented Washington Wizards squads they have ever seen.

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / October 21

Wizards Rookie Tre Johnson Didn’t Hold Back With Anthony Davis: 'You Weren’t Top 75 Today'

The 2026-27 season will present an opportunity for many players to make a name for themselves while many others will find themselves trying to live up to expectations.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / October 21

Join us for the 2026-27 Wizards season on the SB Nation app

Almost two months ago, we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. The app is available in North America, and we’re working on Europe and the rest of the world as we speak!

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.

AJ Dybantsa News / TWSN / October 20

AJ Dybantsa’s Ankle Injury Changes the Washington Wizards’ Opening-Night Plans

The wait for AJ Dybantsa‘s debut will have to be a bit longer as the Washington Wizards are expected to open their first game of the season without him.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 20

Updated Wizards Opening Night Roster and Rotation Following Final Round of Preseason Cuts

The Washington Wizards stand mere hours from Game One of their 82-game slate, the first of many instances that their fans and the general viewing audience can soak up in an attempt to measure the organization's attempts at starting fresh.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Wizards reveal key AJ Dybantsa injury update ahead of season opener

The Washington Wizards host the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday in their season opener, but No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa won’t be playing. On Tuesday, head coach Brian O’Keefe revealed that Dybantsa is out for the opener and is considered day-to-day after suffering an ankle injury in the preseason finale.

AJ Dybantsa News / Field Level Media / October 20

Wizards' top overall pick AJ Dybantsa (ankle) out vs. Bucks

Washington Wizards forward AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, will have to wait to make his regular season debut. He has been ruled out of Wednesday's opener against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks, head coach Brian Keefe announced Tuesday.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 20