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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / July 11

Rich Paul says that Anthony Davis will play for the Wizards

The Washington Wizards’ summer of 2026 has centered around AJ Dybantsa’s professional debut in the Summer League. And so far, Deandre Ayton is coming to Washington, Khris Middleton is returning and Patrick Ewing is returning to coach with the first NBA team he ever coached for.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

AJ Dybantsa outplayed Darryn Peterson in messy Summer League matchup

The showcase game on the opening night of NBA Summer League featured a matchup between the top two picks in the 2026 Draft. No. 1 triumphed in a game featuring a ton of young talent and a ton of fouls.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

AJ Dybantsa News / The SportsRush / July 10

AJ Dybantsa Dazzles On Summer League Opener With 27-Point Showing For Washington Wizards

AJ Dybantsa announced himself to the NBA on Thursday. The Washington Wizards‘ top pick dropped a game-high 27 points in his Summer League debut against the Utah Jazz, leading Washington to a victory in Las Vegas.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Rich Paul won’t bite on Max Kellerman’s Anthony Davis trade bait amid Wizards-Warriors rumors

The Washington Wizards have been busy in the offseason, building a balanced roster that could be a sleeper in the Eastern Conference. The Wizards could have a 10-man rotation of Anthony Davis, Trae Young, AJ Dybantsa, Khris Middleton, Alex Sarr, Deandre Ayton, Kyshawn George, Tre Johnson, Bub Carrington, and Bilal Coulibaly.

NBA News / DC Sports King / July 10

AJ Dybantsa Outplays Darryn Peterson in Epic Summer League Debut

For the fourth time in their basketball careers, AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson shared the floor. But for the first time in their rivalry, the stage was the NBA Summer League.

Washington Wizards News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Wizards fans make it clear how they feel about former Vol Felix Okpara after just one NBA Summer League game

Former Tennessee Volunteers center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night with the Washington Wizards. Former Tennessee Vols center Felix Okpara made his NBA Summer League debut for the Washington Wizards on Thursday night in Las Vegas.

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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.

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AJ Dybantsa News / Bullets Forever / July 9

Wizards vs. Jazz final score: Dybantsa dominates as Washington wins, 92-88

AJ Dybantsa made his Wizards debut as Washington defeated the Utah Jazz 92-88 to open 2026 Las Vegas Summer League play. The Wizards’ starting lineup — Will Riley, Tre Johnson, Dybantsa, Jamir Watkins and Felix Okpara — was comprised of all five of their selections from the previous two NBA Drafts.

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / July 10

Trae Young Gives Honest Impressions Of AJ Dybantsa During Summer League Showdown vs. Darryn Peterson

Washington Wizards guard Trae Young is preparing for his first season out of Atlanta, and the vibes couldn’t be better. Despite his new team being historically irrelevant, Trae is looking forward to leading a new era of Wizards basketball that could redefine their place in the NBA hierarchy.

Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Anthony Davis' new contract demands have been revealed

Anthony Davis is shooting for the moon at 33 years old. The Washington Wizards star big man Davis is expected to seek a full max contract extension from the team, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported this week.

Tre Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9

Tre Johnson’s ‘intentional’ mic drop on No. 1 Summer League goal

For the first time in several years, the Washington Wizards are getting national attention. However, 2025 No. 6 overall pick Tre Johnson isn’t one of their main players being talked about after an injury-shortened rookie campaign.

Trae Young News / DC Sports King / July 9

Trae Young’s $212M Wizards Deal Exposed by NBA Insider

The timeline has been buzzing ever since the Washington Wizards locked Trae Young into a massive four-year, $212.8 million extension. But in the frenzy of the NBA offseason, a wild rumor has started spreading like wildfire across social media.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 9

'Have to Strongly Consider': Anthony Davis-to-Warriors Trade Remains Possible as Jimmy Butler Creates Key Advantage for Wizards

The Washington Wizards have publicly insisted that Anthony Davis is part of their long-term plans. GM Will Dawkins recently said the organization wants AD at the Capital and plans to discuss a contract extension once he becomes eligible in August.

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / July 8

Khris Middleton Returns with Wizards to Anchor Young Dynamic Core

The Washington Wizards’ aggressive offseason maneuvering continued this week with a sprawling six-team sign-and-trade agreement. The front office is reuniting with veteran forward Khris Middleton, while officially closing the book on D’Angelo Russell’s brief, inactive tenure in the District.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 8