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Report: Darryn Peterson only meeting with Wizards

Darryn Peterson has visited the Washington Wizards, who hold the No. 1 pick in next week's draft, and reportedly will not meet with any other teams. ESPN reported Monday that the former Kansas guard does not plan to sit down with the Utah Jazz, who own the No.

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The Wizards should draft AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick

During Will Dawkins and Michael Winger’s introductory press conference in June 2023, the duo outlined a multi-year plan to resurrect a dormant franchise in need of a major reset.

Trae Young News / DC Sports King / June 14

‘Slept On’ Trae Young’s Bold Warning: Why the Wizards Will Surprise the East

If there’s one thing Trae Young has never lacked, it’s confidence. From his days launching logo threes at Oklahoma to silencing Madison Square Garden as the villain of New York, Young has built a career on defying expectations.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / June 14

For once, the Wizards are at least worth discussing

Which way will the Wizards go in 2026-27? That honestly may be the question of the offseason. Now, before we get started, here’s a subtle reminder: Washington has not reached 50 wins in a single season since 1979. No, really.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 14

The Wizards' Big Draft Pick: Who's the Most Threatened?

The Washington Wizards have ensured that their decision regarding which prospect they're favoring at No. 1 in this month's NBA Draft remains behind closed doors as long as possible.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Kendrick Nunn News / EssentiallySports / June 14

Ex-Laker Kendrick Nunn Gets Punched in Tunnel After Heated On-Court Altercation

If you thought the NBA Finals were tense, the Greek League Finals would surprise you. It witnessed tempers flare both on the court and in the locker room.

Trae Young News / Total Pro Sports / June 13

Trae Young Reveals the One Career Decision That Still Haunts Him and Believes It Cost Him a Championship

Trae Young had been in the trade news for a long time. Following a fallout with the Atlanta Hawks, it was evident that the 27-year-old is all but done with Atlanta.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 12

NBA Notes: Wizards, Trae Young, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Hawks

Wizards guard Trae Young appears fully committed to his new situation in Washington. Speaking recently on The Pivot Podcast, Young acknowledged the criticism that has followed him in recent seasons and suggested he feels overlooked heading into 2026-27.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 12

Wizards Still Unsure on who to Draft

We are just under two weeks away from the NBA Draft, and it is an exciting time for any Washington Wizards fan. The number one pick can change everything about a franchise, especially for one that has not seen a 50-win season in decades.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 12

AJ Dybantsa makes Wizards playoff promise ahead of NBA Draft

Projected No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa already has lofty expectations for his NBA future and believes he can help the Washington Wizards reach the postseason immediately.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 12

Three Deeper-Cut Trade Targets for Top-Picking Wizards to Entice

Any basketball fan who supports a team outside of New York or San Antonio is wondering how their own squad can reign supreme atop their respective conference on the next scheduled go-around, and for most of this past regular season's underperformers, the draft is the best avenue to bolstering raw talent.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 11

Wizards Win Their Biggest Buy-In Yet as NBA Draft Approaches

The idea of stars outside of D.C.'s confines, let alone the ones already rostered by the Washington Wizards, loudly and convincingly approving of the squad's vision, execution and upside would have been borderline-unthinkable a few years ago.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: NBA Draft Scenarios Fantasy Managers Should Be Rooting For

The NBA Draft always creates winners and losers. For fantasy basketball managers, however, the biggest victories often happen before the rookies ever play a game.

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Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / June 10

AJ Dybantsa set to visit Wizards as No. 1 pick decision nears

The Wizards may be getting a closer look at the player many around the NBA believe will be the top pick in this month’s draft. According to Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors, citing reporting from David Aldridge and Josh Robbins of The Athletic, former BYU star AJ Dybantsa is expected to visit Washington in the coming days.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 10

Wizards' Year-Old Trade Escapades Spell Cautionary Tale as Draft Approaches

The NBA is booming as a viewing product entering June. All eyes are on the last two teams remaining in these ongoing NBA Finals as the New York Knicks

Trae Young News / EssentiallySports / June 10

'I Wasn’t This Slept on': Trae Young Makes Bold Prediction for Wizards Season With Message to Haters

While the NBA world’s attention remains fixed on the blockbuster Finals series, Trae Young unexpectedly tilts the spotlight back toward himself. Ironically, Knicks fans never really forgot Young in the first place.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10

Trae Young puts the NBA on notice with a bold remark about the Wizards

Trae Young might have just served a warning for the rest of the NBA. After a rocky 2025-26 season, the Washington Wizards point guard is looking forward to a restart.

Trae Young News / Hoops Rumors / June 9

Trae Young's potential extension range with Wizards

Since being acquired in a mid-season trade, Trae Young has been widely expected to forgo his $49.0MM player option for next season in order to sign a lucrative long-term deal with the Wizards.

Washington Wizards News / HITC / June 9

Franchise shakeup? AJ Dybantsa seen as 2026’s can’t-miss prospect with Wizards holding top pick

While the Finals are still being played, teams around the league are already looking ahead. The 2026 NBA Draft is set for June 23 at Barclays Center, with the Washington Wizards holding the top pick after a difficult season.

Trae Young News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8

Details emerge on Trae Young’s expected new contract

Trae Young and the Washington Wizards appear to have found their middle ground of sorts. The Wizards star guard Young is projected to sign a new contract extension with the team for three years and $120 million, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported to Substack this week.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / June 6

Jazz president Austin Ainge: We don’t know what Wizards will do at No. 1

The Jazz hold the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Who they end up selecting depends heavily on what the Wizards do in front of them. The problem? Utah has no idea what Washington is planning.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / May 31

Washington Wizards 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Washington Wizards finally did it. This past Mother’s Day, they secured the rights to the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. It took a season-long tank and a little bit of luck — it’s the first time since 2018 that the worst team won the lottery.

Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / May 27

Making Sense of the Wizards-Giannis Trade Rumors

If you had “The Washington Wizards assembling a super-team” on your 2026 NBA bingo card, go ahead and collect your winnings. For the better part of the last decade, the Wizards have been synonymous with the word “rebuilding.” They’ve stayed near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, stacking draft picks and trying to find a clear path forward.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20

Wizards’ reported plan for Anthony Davis is revealed

The Washington Wizards appear to be prioritizing asset management above all with Anthony Davis. Washington is expected to keep their 10-time All-Star big man Davis into next season, Sean Deveney of Heavy.com reported on Tuesday.

Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / May 10