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How Will Wizards' Alex Sarr Change Next Season?

Despite the Washington Wizards' failures this season, it was still a special season for the team. They were able to land Alex Sarr in the NBA Draft. While he played well for them, we know he hasn’t even scratched the surface of what he can truly do and look like in the NBA.

Washington Wizards News / Hardwood Heroics / June 19

Washington Wizards Keen to Trade 1-Time Defensive Player of the Year to Increase Draft Capital, Per Insider

The Washington Wizards are looking to move on from Marcus Smart as part of their ongoing rebuild. The former Defensive Player of the Year is entering the final year of his contract, earning roughly $21.6 million in the 2025-26 season.

Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 18

Wizards rumors: Marcus Smart trade market details surface

The Washington Wizards didn’t luck out in the draft lottery this year, but they struck gold in their trade deadline deal with the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings.

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Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / June 18

Wizards Gifted Golden Ace Bailey Opportunity

The Washington Wizards front office has, no doubt, been combing over every possible draft target after landing at number six in the NBA lottery. Every mock draft tells a different story.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 18

Wizards Looking to Move on From Veteran Guard

The Washington Wizards have been noted all offseason for the quiet leverage they've accumulated in the various movable contracts on their roster, and many around the league expect them to move one of their veterans when trade season really gets moving.

Marcus Smart News / Fastbreak on SI / June 17

11-Year NBA Veteran Reportedly On Trading Block

Marcus Smart was traded to the Washington Wizards (via the Memphis Grizzlies) during the middle of the 2024-25 season. He finished the year with averages of 9.0 points, 2.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 39.3% from the field and 34.8% from the three-point range in 34 games.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 17

Western Conference Team Interested in Wizards Guard

The Washington Wizards have one player in particular they might be able to leverage for value in the offseason. The Wizards aren’t the only team busy at this time.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 17

Wizards Should Pursue Versatile Clippers Reserve

An employer’s goal is to find employees who will offer the most help to the company while paying them as little as possible. The Washington Wizards may be in a situation as an employer that could help them out next season.

Jordan Poole News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 17

Blockbuster Trade Curtails Wizards Rumors

Jordan Poole has caught a fair amount of flack since moving to Washington and adapting to a starring role with the Wizards, but he's done a lot to rebuild his reputation from a flashy guard lacking in substance into one of the better point guards waiting for his next winning opportunity.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Wizards Receive Unfortunate Marcus Smart Trade Report on Monday

The Washington Wizards are among the worst teams in the NBA, and it may take them a while to become good again, pending any surprises. Even though that was the case this season, that didn't stop them from acquiring former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart when they had the chance.

Corey Kispert News / Athlon Sports / June 16

3 Potential Trade Destinations for Wizards Forward Corey Kispert Before 2025 NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards are expected to shop Corey Kispert around in trade talks this offseason, potentially putting the former Gonzaga star on a new NBA team after four seasons in DC.

Washington Wizards News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16

NBA Draft: Ace Bailey Stock, Wizards, Jazz, Trade Rumors

Rounding up the latest ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft Some are drawn to Ace Bailey’s star potential, though there’s a lot of chatter behind the scenes that Ace Bailey is not a serious basketball player and scouts have some concerns over his how he’ll grow as a player.

Jordan Poole News / Bullets Forever / June 16

Poole’s market shrinks after Bane trade to the Magic

The first major trade of the 2025 NBA offseason doesn’t involve the Wizards directly. But it still affects them indirectly nevertheless. The Orlando Magic had recently been considered a possible destination for Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / June 16

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NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 14

Former Wizards Star In Staring Contest with Suns

Have you ever found yourself in a situation that isn’t favorable to you? Perhaps you are being taken advantage of. Perhaps you are stuck in a situation and can’t find a way out.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

2 Wizards Players Could Be Traded This Offseason

With the NBA season coming to a close shortly, the rumor mill is heating up. The Wizards have found themselves firmly in trade rumors since their elimination from playoff contention.

Jordan Poole News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 14

Why Wizards Could Trade Jordan Poole

We live in a world where there are many forms of security. We buy homes, yet we still feel unsafe in them. Even with a home security system, we have the feeling of anxiety.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 14

Wizards Dream of Acquiring Kevin Durant Has Vanished

It is common for many people to have disappointments in life. We may have hopes and dreams of doing something or even getting something in life. Perhaps the new Nintendo Switch 2 may come to mind.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 13

Wizards Shooter Attracting Trade Attention

Corey Kispert is the longest-tenured Washington Wizard, having joined the team as the 15th pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, but he may have played his last game in the nation's capital.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 13

Former Wizards Star Set to Hit the Open Market

Russell Westbrook's past season with the Denver Nuggets was an abject success given the position he was at in his career. He'd endured three rocky seasons split between the two Los Angeles teams, grappling with his fading star power and resisting the late-career transition into role player status that many before him have had to reckon with.

Malcolm Brogdon News / Fadeaway World / June 12