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The NBA free agency period is almost upon the league. On June 30th, teams from around the league will be contacting non-contracted players in hopes of securing a deal once those players become eligible to sign on July 6th.

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Wizards’ 10 worst NBA Draft day mistakes in history

The Washington Wizards are one of the worst NBA teams today. And after several losing seasons, the Wizards will be selecting with the sixth overall pick at the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / June 20

The Washington Wizards’ Best 2025 Draft Night Scenarios

The young core in Washington will get its newest member next week. Will Dawkins has gone all-in on a rebuild. The team had one of its worst seasons in franchise history and was poised to replicate its lottery luck in 2024.

Marcus Smart News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Wizards Veteran Guard Officially on Trade Block

The Washington Wizards have several players in the NBA rumor mill. With several players possibly being dealt soon, Marcus Smart seems to be first. Per NBA Insider Matt Moore, the Wizards have officially been shopping Smart around.

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How many of the 31 active NBA players to record a double-double in the NBA Finals can you name in five minutes?

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Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 19

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.

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.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 17

Wizards expected to take patient approach to rebuild

The Wizards are expected to take a patient approach to their rebuild, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic, who hears from a team source that the front office plans to continue evaluating its young core through at least the end of the 2027/28 season.

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.

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Marcus Smart 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.