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Young Wizards' Competitive Spirit in Doubt

The Washington Wizards have been intent on maintaining that they'll remain competitive in the 2025-26 season, even if they're expected by few to rack up the win count this year.

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What are your options for you to watch Monumental Sports Network?

With Monumental Sports Network no longer available on YouTube TV or Hulu Plus, perhaps you may be wondering what to do to get your fix for Washington Wizards, Capitals, Mystics and Capital City Go-Go games.

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 Games Harder to Access After Monumental Sports Split

The NBA season begins in three weeks, with the first preseason game scheduled to take place in just a few short days. Finally, Washington Wizards fans can watch their favorite players on the court and see how the new players perform.

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The '2025-26 NBA head coaches' quiz

How many of the 30 NBA head coaches at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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C.J. McCollum 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.

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The 25 greatest international players in NBA history

Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / September 30

The Wizards are younger but bigger to start the 2025-26 NBA season

Yesterday, the Washington Wizards held Media Day at CareFirst Arena which is adjacaent to the joint Monumnetal Basketball Practice Facility. A lot of the Wizards’ younger players are coming into camp bigger than ever.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / September 30

Who Will Start for the Washington Wizards?

In the third year of the Wizards’ rebuild, it is clear that improvement is needed. “Last year, a lot of stuff was given more than earned—this year, that can’t be the case, “ said Will Dawkins on Wednesday.

Bub Carrington News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Could Bub Carrington be Wizards' Guard of the Future?

The point guard position remains one of the most pivotal in the NBA. Teams throughout the league have thrived over the years, thanks in large part to the nightly heroics and the elite play they receive from their floor general.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Wizards Reveal Offseason Weight Gains During Media Day

It's NBA Media Day, and for the Washington Wizards, that means the spotlight is on players' growth on and off the court. One of the biggest takeaways from this year's Media Day is the progress many of the Wizards' young core members made in the offseason, thanks in large part to their commitment in the weight room.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Wizards HC Raising Stakes Entering Another Rebuild Season

Washington Wizards general manager Will Dawkins has no intention of ending the team's lengthy rebuild anytime soon, but that doesn't mean he's not looking to enforce growth within his ranks.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 30

Wizards Center Aims to Improve Scoring Efficiency

Alex Sarr's maiden season with the Washington Wizards ended just like how many fans hoped it would; an All-Rookie First Team distinction, over 100 3-point makes to match his 101 blocks and some of the most inspiring defensive play of his rookie draft class.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 29

Young Wizards Wings Have Long-Standing Relationship

The Washington Wizards' accumulation of talent amidst their arduous rebuild has brought them into contact with several former DMV products, with various long-standing bonds making it that much easier for the young roster to mesh as they go forth in attempting to pull the franchise in the right direction.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 29

Wizards Need to Trade for Jazz Center

Media day is here, and preseason hoops start in just a few days. The opening night roster for the Washington Wizards is set, with one player still needed to be cut before opening night to bring the roster down to 15 players.

Washington Wizards 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 / Washington Wizards on SI / September 27

What Wizards Should Focus on During Training Camp

The NBA is back! Media week has just concluded, so now we are excited to see what happens next across the league. As the Washington Wizards head into training camp, one key area of improvement that stands out is their focus on rebounding and transition defense.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 27

Wizards Left Off ESPN Top 100 List

We’ve reached a point in the season where players are judged on the production they handed in last year, and what they’ll likely produce in the coming months. ESPN’s top 100 ranking always draws eyeballs.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 26

Capital City Go-Go To Be Heavily Utilized By Wizards This Season

Washington Wizards General Manager Will Dawkins had plenty to say during his opening press conference for the upcoming season. Not only did he provide injury timeline updates and thoughts on players, but he also mentioned the future use of the Wizards’ G League affiliate, the Capital City Go-Go.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 25

Wizards Outline Injury Timelines For Key European Duo

WASHINGTON — Wizards GM Will Dawkins delivered updates on two young cornerstones ahead of training camp. Bilal Coulibaly and Alex Sarr are both recovering from injuries, though their timetables differ.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 24

Former Wizards Star Takes Shot At Washington Roster

During the Washington Wizards‘ roster overhaul, Jordan Poole was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for CJ McCollum leading up to draft night.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / September 24

NBA Over/Unders: Will Wizards even sniff 21.5 wins?

Las Vegas has the Wizards pegged at 21.5 wins, which sounds low — until you remember how bad they were last season. Washington managed just 18 victories, and even that number overstated things.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Wizards GM Provides Key Injury Updates on Bilal Coulibaly, Alex Sarr Ahead of Preseason

It was another disappointing season last year for the Washington Wizards as they finished with the second-worst record in the NBA behind the Utah Jazz.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

3 Washington Wizards trade targets to keep an eye on in 2025-26 NBA season

The Washington Wizards enter the 2025-26 NBA season in a position they have not enjoyed for quite some time: optimism. After years of drifting through lottery seasons and patchwork roster moves, the franchise has finally begun to carve out a clearer identity.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23