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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 22
Wizards' Defensive Star Omitted from All-Defense Honors
The NBA announced its All-Defense teams on Thursday afternoon, naming two team's worth of players worthy of a shoutout for their ability to deter opposing scorers during the regular season.
Washington Wizards News / The SportsRush / May 22
Did Michael Jordan Donate His Wizards Salary? How MJ Contributed His $1M Earnings Toward a Philanthropic Cause
In 2001, Michael Jordan shocked the basketball world by announcing his return to the NBA. Instead of donning the red, white and black of the Chicago Bulls, he came back as a member of the Washington Wizards.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 22
Wizards Legend Gilbert Arenas Blames Tesla for Son’s Crash
New details surrounding Alijah Arenas' car crash and how close the basketball prospect came to suffering further injuries continue coming to light weeks after the incident, with father and former Washington Wizards All-Star Gilbert Arenas recently opening up on his perspective to the close shave.
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in five minutes?
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 22
Wizards Could Be Looking to Make Draft Trade
Drawing such a low pick for the upcoming NBA Draft was a tough blow for the Washington Wizards, whose rebuild strategy depends on drafting excellence. The Wizards suffered arguably the most tragic free fall of the live drawing when they dropped all the way from the top of the draft, where they were favored to land, down to #6.
The best buzzer-beaters in basketball history
Is there anything better in basketball than a buzzer-beater? The ball is in the air, the fate of the game is in the balance, the buzzer sounds, and for a moment in time, everything stands still. Let's take a look at the best, most memorable buzzer-beaters in basketball history, college and pro.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 22
Wizards Player has Embarrassing Locker Room Flaw
The Washington Wizards recently shared their opinions regarding one rookie with an odd locker room with a messy locker room presence. Throughout an 82-game season, it is easy not to clean up after yourself.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / May 22
This Wizards Player Streak a Lock to Continue
The Washington Wizards haven’t had the best track record throughout their franchise’s history. Even with their bright young core, history has never favored the Wizards.
Kyshawn George News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 21
Why Wizards' Kyshawn George Will Have Breakout Sophomore Season
After putting in a lot of hard work in anything in life, the only thing most people want and even expect is a little bit of recognition. People desire to feel appreciated!
Washington Wizards News / Hardwood Heroics / May 21
Washington Wizards: Alex Sarr and Bub Carrington Achieve Insane Rookie Feat Not Seen Since 1963-64
Washington Wizards fans were disappointed when it was announced that the team dropped to the sixth overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery. However, Alex Sarr and Bub Carrington are reminders that they are on the right path.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / May 20
Two Wizards Rookies Selected to All-Rookie Teams
The 2024-25 First and Second All-Rookie Teams were just announced on Tuesday, May 20. Two sets of five rookies represent the brightest of the draft class, and two Wizards rookies made those lists.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 20
Wizards Forward Falls Well Short of All-Rookie Distinction
Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington and Kyshawn George: the three rookies that the Washington Wizards hand-picked in the 2024 NBA Draft have been inseparable in name and on the court, constantly lumped in with one another as the pieces that the future of the team will be built on.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 20
Multiple Wizards Honored with All-Rookie Selections
The NBA announced its All-Rookie First and Second Teams on Tuesday, with several young Washington Wizards receiving shoutouts. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 Draft, Alex Sarr, got a nod on the rookie first team, with fellow lotterymate Bub Carrington hearing his name called on the second team.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 20
Wizards Expected to Prioritize Shooters in Mock Draft
Teams picking at the very top of the NBA Draft are usually best off targeting the best players available, but the Washington Wizards won't have the same control over the board that they may have expected heading into last week's draft lottery.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 20
Heavyweight Playoff Matchups Create Draft Question for Wizards
Washington Wizards General Manager Will Dawkins is no stranger to the Oklahoma City Thunder school of team building. He spent over a decade occupying various roles in the Thunder's front office, but even after he's broken away to take top job in DC, there are still lessons to be learned from across conferences.
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 20
Wizards Would Benefit From Nuggets' Versatile Big Man
We have seen countless situations where a talented singer ends up better off later in their career. Destiny’s Child was able to harmonize music in a way we never expected, but Beyoncé proved to be better off once she left the band.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 19
Wizards Go All-In on Guards in Mock Draft
The Washington Wizards, once optimistic at the prospect of an easy pick, have some tough choices ahead of them as they enter the month leading into the NBA Draft.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 18
Wizards Guard Endorses Local Draft Prospect
When someone asks for your opinion, it's always good to be honest at that very moment. One player from the Washington Wizards was asked to give his opinion regarding the NBA Draft.
Kyshawn George News / Bullets Forever / May 18
Annual Checkup: A quick look at the wild swings of Kyshawn George 
Stats, analysis, commentary, and a performance EKG I’m supposed to be working on Ye Olde Draft Analyzer (YODA for short) — and I’ll get there soon — but my primary source for stats went and “improved” their data again, which means I have to figure out what they changed and reformat my spreadsheets.
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 17
Wizards, Cavaliers Swap Lead Guards in Mock Trade
Playoff disappointments typically act as the primary facilitator big offseason moves, which may aide the Washington Wizards unilaterally, with angst stemming from contenders looking to live up to expectations or star players sick of their situations.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 17
Colby Jones vs. AJ Johnson: Who Should Wizards Keep?
On a hot summer day, one question we ask is whether it is chocolate or vanilla. When it’s hot outside, many have a desire to cool off. A nice cold glass of ice water typically does the trick.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 15
Why championship window seems slammed shut on Warriors
The team that sparked the three-point revolution has officially become a team of the past.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / May 13
Wizards GM Will Dawkins Provides Statement About Lottery
It’s safe to say that the NBA lottery didn’t go the way that the Wizards had wanted. Falling from the top three was bad enough, but dropping to sixth was not on anyone’s bingo card in Washington’s front office.
Washington Wizards News / The SportsRush / May 13
Michael Jordan On NBC Is Going To Turn Media Members Into Yes-Men, Says Former Wizards Superstar
The GOAT is coming back again…well, sort of. Earlier today, the NBA announced that its coverage for the 2025-2026 season on its new home, NBC, will feature a special contributor, Michael Jordan.
Javaris Crittenton News / Fadeaway World / May 12
'I'ma Throw Gasoline On Your Car' - Gilbert Arenas And Javaris Crittenton On Heated Exchange Before Gun Incident
Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton were involved in one of the most infamous locker room incidents in NBA history in 2009. Arenas and Crittenton had drawn guns on each other when they were teammates on the Washington Wizards, and the incident is the focus of the new Netflix documentary, Untold: Shooting Guards.
Marcus Smart News / Hoops Wire / May 3
Wizards Face Key Decision on Marcus Smart’s Future
The Wizards made one of the quieter but more intriguing moves of the trade deadline when they acquired veteran guard Marcus Smart, and now they have a decision to make.
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