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Wizards Youth Movement is Arriving

With the Washington Wizards dealing with an onslaught of injuries in recent games, they have been forced to turn to their younger talent in search of productive minutes.

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The Wizards Defend, Rebound, and Win

The Wizards went to Indiana with a defensive plan — pack the paint, double and triple Pascal Siakam every time he tried to attack, and dare the Pacers to shoot.

Alex Sarr News / Hoops Wire / December 15

Wizards taking their time with rising big man Alex Sarr

Wizards coach Brian Keefe said second-year big man Alex Sarr has not yet returned to on-court work as he continues to recover from an adductor injury. Sarr has missed the past six games.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 14

Wizards have rare showing on defense in win over Pacers

Marvin Bagley III posted season highs of 23 points and 14 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards held the Indiana Pacers to 36.9% shooting from the floor en route to a 108-89 romp on Sunday in Indianapolis.

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NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 14

Wizards at Pacers final score: Washington blows out Indiana in 108-89 win

The Washington Wizards won against the Indiana Pacers, 108-89, on Sunday afternoon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Washington improves to 4-20, while Indiana falls to 6-20.

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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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13

Donovan Mitchell avoids loss with huge fourth quarter

Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell avoids humiliating loss with huge fourth quarter

Nothing motivates an NBA star like the bright lights of a big game. A close second is the fear of humiliating defeat.

Keyonte George makes Jazz history in win over Grizzlies

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NBA News / Bullets Forever / December 12

Wizards Give Up 15-Point 4th Quarter Lead, Lose to Cavaliers, 130-124

The Washington Wizards played one of their better games of the season, but it wasn’t quite enough. They dropped to 3-20 with a 130-124 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Washington Wizards News / TV Insider / December 12

‘Jeopardy!’: Did Reigning Champ Will Riley Win Game 5?

[Warning: The following post contains MAJOR spoilers for the Friday, December 12, episode of Jeopardy!] Did four-day champion Will Riley win a full week of Jeopardy!?

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 12

Wizards Will Have to Overcome Injuries to Topple Cavaliers

The Washington Wizards 3-19 record leaves little to the imagination in regards to why D.C.'s team is failing to produce on any sort of consistent level.

Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 12

Marvin Bagley Providing Value as Mentor for Wizards

As the Washington Wizards continue shaping their young core, much of the attention has understandably centered on Alex Sarr, the franchise’s promising frontcourt centerpiece.

Tre Johnson News / Bullets Forever / December 12

Tre Johnson set to return from injury

Washington Wizards rookie Tre Johnson is off the team’s injury report and expected to make his return to the lineup on Friday. Johnson had missed the team’s last seven games with a right hip flexor strain.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 12

Wizards Should Avoid Trading for Hornets Star

As the Washington Wizards continue navigating their rebuilding phase, the front office faces pressure to identify a franchise-level talent who can accelerate their rise back to relevance.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 12

Wizards Back in Action vs. Struggling Cavaliers

The Washington Wizards are back in action for the first time since Dec. 6, taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Wizards’ six-day break served as a resting period of sorts, allowing the injury-riddled roster to heal up a bit before the regular season picks back up.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 12

Wizards Have Something Special with Will Riley

The Washington Wizards are in the early stages of a rebuild, but one of the brightest reasons for optimism is the presence of rookie guard Will Riley. Selected in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, Riley brings a rare blend of size, skill, and potential that could make him a foundational piece for the franchise.

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Washington Wizards News / TV Insider / December 10

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Swoon Over Champ Will Riley: Did He Win Again?

[Warning: The following post contains MAJOR spoilers for the Wednesday, December 10, episode of Jeopardy!] Will Riley returned for his third Jeopardy! game and fans are starting to notice that he is a “cutie.” Find out if fans will continue to see him after Wednesday’s game or if his streak ended.

Alex Sarr News / The Lead / December 10

Could Alex Sarr Actually Get an All-Star Nod?

Alex Sarr has taken an otherworldly jump in his sophomore season. Sarr leaped from an inefficient tweener to a legit two-way force, who is the best player on a young Wizards squad.

Cam Whitmore News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Wizards Are Learning About The Real Cam Whitmore Firsthand

The Washington Wizards are easily one of the worst teams in the NBA at the moment. With the rising cast of young stars without a true number one option, and veterans who haven’t lived up to their fullest potential, the team is no short of confusing and misled.

Cam Whitmore News / BasketballNews.com / December 8

Why Cam Whitmore Isn’t Playing for the Wizards

Cam Whitmore brought with him the electrifying potential that had followed him from Villanova to Houston and then to Washington via trade. A rebuilding team should invest in him because he's young, explosive, and has a lot of upside potential.

Will Riley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 7

Will Riley sends ‘uplift’ message as he forces Wizards’ hand

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards have resorted to “Finding Nemo” references to keep themselves sane amid a 3-19 start, but Saturday’s 131-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks was a step forward after a 45-point loss to the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown-less Boston Celtics on Thursday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6

Jalen Johnson's triple-double helps Hawks handle Wizards

Jalen Johnson recorded his second consecutive triple-double with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists as the visiting Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 131-116 win over the Washington Wizards on Saturday.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

CJ McCollum, Khris Middleton channeling ‘Finding Nemo’ in Wizards leadership

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Wizards lost by a combined 64 points to the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics over the last two games, and Thursday’s 141-101 home defeat to the Celtics was soul-crushing.

Bilal Coulibaly News / Hoops Rumors / December 3

Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly likely to miss multiple weeks with injury

Bilal Coulibaly is likely to miss multiple weeks with an oblique strain.

Khris Middleton takes revenge on old team in Wizards' upset win

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Kyshawn George News / The Lead / December 3

Is Kyshawn George Having Growing Pains with New Role?

Kyshawn George has been given more opportunities in his second year to grow as a player and has not disappointed. He has taken major leaps across the board in points, percentages, rebounds, assists, and defensive stats.

Khris Middleton News / Yardbarker / December 2