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The '20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 20 points and dish out at least 10 assists in at least 100 games can you name in five minutes?
The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?
Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / June 23
Anthony Davis Reportedly Wants Max Extension; Wizards Could Explore Trade Market
Anthony Davis‘ future with the Washington Wizards may not be as secure as many assumed. While Wizards president Michael Winger recently stated that Davis wants to remain in Washington, new reporting from NBA insider Jake Fischer suggests there could be another layer developing behind the scenes.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 23
AJ Dybantsa makes bold Wizards promise before the NBA Draft
Dybantsa isn't shying away from the responsibility if he's the No. 1 overall pick.
Washington Wizards News / EssentiallySports / June 23
Trae Young Commits to Wizards for $212 Million but Latest Trade Rumor Clouds Anthony Davis’ Future
Just days after declining his $49 million player option, Trae Young signed a four-year, approximately $212 million deal to stay with the Washington Wizards.
Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22
Anthony Davis is being linked to 1 team in trade rumors
The well may not be dry just yet for Anthony Davis. The Portland Trail Blazers would be “waiting with open arms” to trade for the Washington Wizards star big man Davis, NBA writer Jake Fischer reported Monday in a Bleacher Report feature.
Shams Charania News / Hoops Wire / June 22
Wizards narrowing focus to AJ Dybantsa at No. 1
The Wizards still haven’t tipped their hand publicly. But league-wide belief appears to be moving in one direction. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, rival teams increasingly expect Washington to select former BYU star AJ Dybantsa with the No.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 22
Wizards Eyeing AJ Dybantsa With No. 1 Pick?
Rival teams believe the Wizards are targeting BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick, ESPN’s Shams Charania said on the network’s NBA Draft Preview show (YouTube link).
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 22
Trae Young extension could make Wizards' draft decision easier
The Washington Wizards' decision at No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft first round may have just gotten easier.
Trae Young News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22
Trae Young makes decision on his future with Wizards
Trae Young is cashing in on a major payday without having to leave the Washington Wizards. Young has agreed to a 4-year, $212 million contract extension to remain with the Wizards, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
Trae Young News / Field Level Media / June 22
Reports: Trae Young, Wizards agree to 4-year, $212M deal
After declining his $49 million player option last week, free agent guard Trae Young plans to remain with the Washington Wizards and sign a four-year deal worth approximately $212 million, ESPN reported on Monday.
Carmelo Anthony News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22
Carmelo Anthony makes firm case for Wizards drafting AJ Dybantsa
Hall of Fame forward Carmelo Anthony weighed in on the Washington Wizards drafting AJ Dybantsa with the number one pick in this year’s NBA Draft. While some fans predict the Wizards will select Darryn Peterson, who is projected to go No.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 22
AJ Dybantsa Prepares to Clinch Wizards' All-Time No. 1 Pick Race
NBA Draft prospects angling their way to the Washington Wizards has developed into a common trend over the past few years, but that doesn't make this shift any less exciting for fans who'd grown accustomed to supporting an organization with one of the league's worst images.
Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / June 22
Darryn Peterson Has Forced His Way into Wizards No. 1 Debate
Here we sit on Monday, June 22, 2026. In less than 36 hours, the Barclays Center in Brooklyn will go dead silent, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver will step to the podium, and the Washington Wizards will officially go on the clock.
Wizards Around the Web
Anthony Davis News / Total Pro Sports / June 21
Anthony Davis’ Future in Washington Wizards Could Soon Reach a Franchise-Altering Crossroads
The Washington Wizards were supposed to be focused on the future. Suddenly, the present is demanding attention too. Between a potential No. 1 overall pick, a rising young core, and a pair of established stars, stuff seems to be getting interesting fast in D.C.
D'Angelo Russell News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 20
What Does D'Angelo Russell's Latest Decision Mean for the Wizards?
The Washington Wizards have been much too quiet for comfort all throughout the pre-draft media cycle, with every day in which they further refuse to give their No.
Washington Wizards News / 5 GOATs / June 20
2026 NBA Draft: ESPN insider provides latest on Wizards’ ‘tough call’ between AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson
It seems the Washington Wizards are down to AJ Dybantsa (BYU) and Darryn Peterson (Kansas) for their choice with the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft.
Washington Wizards News / The Spun / June 19
Report: Wizards Torn Between AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson For No. 1 Pick
The Washington Wizards have not yet determined who they'll select with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. AJ Dybantsa, the Big 12 Freshman of the Year, has been the projected No.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19
Wizards may be having second thoughts about the No. 1 pick
A new report suggests that the Washington Wizards may not be quite as decided on the No. 1 overall pick as the conventional wisdom has suggested. Multiple experts privately believe there is still a real chance that the Wizards draft Darryn Peterson ahead of AJ Dybantsa first overall, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19
Wizards guard D’Angelo Russell makes $6 million decision ahead of 2026-27 season
Washington Wizards guard D’Angelo Russell has decided to remain with the franchise for the 2026-27 season. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Russell has exercised his $6 million player option, ensuring he will stay under contract with Washington for another year rather than entering free agency this summer.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 19
Wizards Giving ‘Increased Consideration’ To Drafting Peterson No. 1?
Although the outside perception has largely been that AJ Dybantsa is the frontrunner to be selected first overall during next week’s draft, multiple draft experts believe there’s a real chance the Wizards will instead take Darryn Peterson, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link).
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