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Three Keys to Wizards' Victory vs. Hornets

The Washington Wizards are back in DC for their home opener following an emphatic win over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. Washington is slated to take on the Charlotte Hornets, who may not be the most talented roster, but to this point, they have proven to be a formidable opponent.

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Former Lottery Pick Might Be Wizards' Odd Man Out

The first pair of games from the Washington Wizards' start to the 2025-26 season have already provided the fans with plenty to get excited about. Kyshawn

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 26

Sharpshooting Forward is Perfect for Wizards' Future

The Washington Wizards are sitting at .500 for the first time since the start of last season. Hopes are high, Kyshawn George looks like an All-Star, Tre Johnson looks like a stud, and the team looks like it's one pick away from exiting the tanking era.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 26

Hornets, Wizards try to turn early-season positives into wins

The Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards have plenty in common in trying to build better results after a string of losing seasons. They'll meet Sunday night in the nation's capital for the Wizards' home opener, with each side hoping there are more signs of breakthroughs.

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

The 'Kobe Bryant Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active NBA scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 25

Hornets lose key starter in 11th straight loss to 76ers

. They were sent packing with a 125-121 loss at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers, but the final score may not have been the biggest loss of the night for Charlotte.

Quentin Grimes’ late three-pointer lifts 76ers over Hornets

Grizzlies rookies provide spark in blowout of Pacers

Thunder defeat depleted Hawks

Bulls bench bounces back as Chicago downs Orlando

Nuggets blow out Suns

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Kyshawn George News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards' Kyshawn George Becoming Breakout Star

Through the first two games of the 2025-26 season, it has become abundantly clear that the Washington Wizards' best player is second-year guard Kyshawn George.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 25

2025 NBA G League Draft results

The NBA G League held its draft for the 2025/26 season on Saturday afternoon. Players who signed NBAGL contracts and whose rights weren’t already controlled by a team were part of the draft pool.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards Could Pursue Pacers Forward on Trade Market

The 2025-26 NBA season is already underway, and the Washington Wizards are 1-1 after picking up a win over the Dallas Mavericks. It may be too soon to discuss potential trades this early in the season; however, for a rebuilding team like the Wizards, adding more young talent could prove to be beneficial.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Young Core Raising Excitement for Wizards' Future

Vibes have never been higher in the Capital City following the Washington Wizards' 117-107 upset win over the Dallas Mavericks. Anchored by stellar performances from second-year guard Kyshawn George and rookie Tre Johnson, Washington has instilled immense hope in DC that hasn’t been felt in years.

Tre Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

When Will Tre Johnson Start for the Wizards?

Tre Johnson recently made some history as a rookie with the Washington Wizards. In his first game, he was the franchise's first rookie since 1992 to score 15 or more points in a debut, and also tied for the most three pointers made in a rookie debut.

Kyshawn George News / NBA Analysis Network / October 25

Kyshawn George produces numbers only Shaquille O’Neal has managed at a younger age

The Dallas Mavericks had no answer for the Washington Wizards’ Kyshawn George. Heading into the game, the Dallas Mavericks were viewed as favorites to register an easy win over the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Studs and Duds From Wizards' First Win of Season

The Washington Wizards were able to pick up their first win of the season against the 2024 Western Conference Champions, the Dallas Mavericks. As was the case in the opener against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Wizards started slow against the Mavericks, trailing in the first quarter.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards Forward Primed for Breakout Year

The 2025 Washington Wizards have spurred a renewed excitement in their fanbase due, in large part, to the team's ongoing commitment to building out their young core and "future-proofing" the franchise whilst other Eastern Conference heavyweights slowly, but surely, trend towards rebuilds of their own.

AJ Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards Guard Deserves More Playing Time

The Washington Wizards’ season opener was a disappointing one, not just in terms of the final score, but also in how little playing time was given to a promising young guard, AJ Johnson.