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As the Washington Wizards continue to embrace a rebuilding phase centered around youth and development, veteran guard CJ McCollum stands out as one of the most likely trade candidates this season in the entire league of the NBA.

C.J. McCollum News / NBA Analysis Network / October 9

CJ McCollum now has with the Washington Wizards what he wishes he had with the Portland Trail Blazers

The Washington Wizards acquired veteran guard CJ McCollum in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans back in June. The move gave the Washington Wizards a valuable veteran presence in CJ McCollum who will help their young team.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

CJ McCollum Gives Wizards Organization Major Praise

In the world we live in today, we may start a job and know in the beginning that the job won't be long-term. We can think of those jobs as seasonal. However, there are times when we start a job and it turns out the job is something that you like, is beneficial and that you can see yourself staying there long-term.

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How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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C.J. McCollum News / Hardwood Heroics / October 8

'If You Don’t Have an Escape, You’ll Go Crazy' – Washington Wizards’ Rookie Receives Sage Advice From CJ McCollum

The Washington Wizards acquired CJ McCollum as part of the Jordan Poole trade, and the 34-year-old guard is expected to be one of the team’s elder statesmen this upcoming season.

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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.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 4

Wizards Remain Near Bottom of Power Rankings

Ostensibly, all media outlets have the same opinion about the Washington Wizards…and it isn’t a high one. Bleacher Report recently dropped its power rankings just a few weeks ahead of the 2024-25 season. Unsurprisingly, the reigning and defending champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, checked in at No.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 1

Wizards Guard Might Hit Rookie Wall Early

The Washington Wizards are happy to start the season on a fresh slate considering how things went last season for them. They have had many issues over the years which has caused them to lose more than any team in the NBA.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Wizards' New Veteran Ready for Leadership Role

CJ McCollum is just the sort of veteran that the Washington Wizards were eager to introduce to their young, rebuild-oriented development project, and he made the case for his value going well beyond the hardwood during his first Media Day appearance with his newest team.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Wizards CJ McCollum Makes Bold Season Prediction

With every media week in the NBA, news will break, updates will come out, and stories will be made. Some of these so-called stories will very well be just a story.

C.J. McCollum News / Yardbarker / September 29

Three big questions Wizards must answer heading into season

Three big questions Wizards must answer heading into the 2025-26 season

After finishing dead last in the Eastern Conference last season, the Washington Wizards will need to show signs of improvement.

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Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Mock Trade Sends Wizards' CJ McCollum to Pistons for Former No. 5 Overall Pick

The Washington Wizards are set to enter the 2025-26 season still amid a rebuild as they try to return to being a contender in the Eastern Conference. Of course, Washington finished with the second-worst record in the NBA last season behind the Utah Jazz as they missed the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three point guard trade targets for Rockets

Here are three guards who could fill the Rockets' hole in the backcourt once their trade options open up.

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 22

CJ McCollum Has Perfect Opportunity with Wizards

CJ McCollum has put together quite an impressive career. He’s scored over 15,000 points, has averaged at least 20 points for a decade, and had big-time moments under the bright playoff lights. Yet, no matter how good McCollum has been, he’s never been viewed as THE guy.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 20

Three Reasons Why Wizards' Starting Lineup is Underrated

The Washington Wizards’ starting five this season boasts a compelling mix of veteran leadership and youthful energy, which will make them a team to watch in 2025 when it comes to possibly making the postseason.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 24

Former Blazers Star Hints at Post-Retirement Portland Plans

A former Portland Trail Blazers standout has hinted that Portland could play a role in his life even after retirement. Last weekend, CJ and Elise McCollum were back in the Portland area to promote CJ's signature wine, McCollum Heritage 91, at Willamette Valley Country Club, reports longtime Oregon sportswriter Dwight Jaynes.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 18

One Position Torched Wizards The Most Last Season

The Washington Wizards were unhappy with their performance last season. During the offseason, the team has sent guard Jordan Poole off to the New Orleans Pelicans for a more accomplished scorer, CJ McCollum.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 15

Four Bold Predictions for Wizards' NBA Cup Tournament

Just like the other 29 teams in the NBA, the Washington Wizards now know both their regular season schedule as well as their NBA Cup Tournament Group Play schedule.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

Six NBA players most likely to be traded

NBA teams won't assemble for training camp until September, but some players may not be on those teams for long. Here are six NBA players likely to get traded in the upcoming season.

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The 'Longest tenured player on each NBA team entering the 2018-19 season' quiz

NBA News / The Lead / June 27

Pelicans Take Big Risk By Trading CJ McCollum

In a surprising move on Tuesday, the New Orleans Pelicans traded their leading scorer from last season, CJ McCollum. Trading McCollum is not surprising in itself, but the timing of the trade, along with the return, may have fans scratching their head.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / June 25

CJ McCollum Responds to Pelicans Player's Farewell Message After Trade

After three-plus seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans, veteran shooting guard CJ McCollum is moving on from the Big Easy. The former mid-major star was involved in a four-player trade on Tuesday that sent McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Washington Wizards.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Fastbreak on SI / June 25

CJ McCollum Sends Out Viral Post On X After Pelicans-Wizards Trade

CJ McCollum is one of the best offensive guards in the NBA. He had spent part of the last four seasons playing for the New Orleans Pelicans. On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported the news that McCollum is being traded to the Washington Wizards.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Wizards pull off move to open up significant salary-cap space

The Washington Wizards made a major trade Tuesday that could pay dividends for them next year.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24

Pelicans look to contend again after trade with Wizards

The Pelicans shook up their roster on Tuesday when they agreed to send CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a second-round pick to the Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 pick in this year's draft, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

Pelicans pulling off four-player trade that also involves multiple draft picks

Report: Wizards' Khris Middleton picks up $33.3M option

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / March 19