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Wizards Defense is Slipping Up at the Perfect Time

As the Washington Wizards' season runs down, the stakes of each game only continue to grow, but not for traditional reasons. Whilst most NBA teams view this time of the year as go time, ramping up their rosters for a final playoff push, the Wizards are left in the exact opposite situation.

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Will Riley Shines In Yet Another Washington Blowout

The Washington Wizards had a strong defensive effort, holding Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo to 69 points fewer than he scored the last time these teams faced each other.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Multiple Young Wizards Shine In Losing Effort Against Heat

The Washington Wizards sought revenge against the Heat on Saturday in Miami. This was the first meeting between the two teams after Bam Adebayo’s historic, 83-point performance against the Wizards in March.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / April 4

Wizards at Heat finals score: Washington offers extended garbage time and no defense in 86-76 loss

Once again, the Wizards offered little resistance on defense. A couple nights ago the Philadelphia 76ers scored 153 in regulation over the little defense the Wizards offered.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4

Wizards were absolutely determined not to let Bam Adebayo drop 83 points on them again

The Washington Wizards were absolutely determined not to let Bam Adebayo embarrass them again during their first meeting since he scored 83 points against them.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 3

How Wizards’ Will Riley could become the next Paul George

The Washington Wizards’ 153-131 home loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday looked like business as usual on the surface, as Washington is tanking while Philadelphia is fighting to automatically qualify for the playoffs.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Wizards Sophomore To Miss Rest Of Season With Elbow Injury

The Washington Wizards have had several notable injuries this season, limiting their success throughout another tanking campaign. The franchise’s new face, Trae Young, only played five games for Washington before reinjuring his quadriceps.

Washington Wizards News / TV Insider / April 2

‘Law & Order’: Reid Scott Says Riley Will Be ‘Reconciling’ With That Tragedy ‘for the Rest of His Life’

As Reid Scott told TV Insider ahead of the Thursday, April 2, episode of Law & Order, “the ramifications of an accident itself are massive.” He wasn’t exaggerating.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Wizards Veteran Boasts Career Night vs. 76ers

March was a massive month on the court for the Washington Wizards. Despite winning one game across their 16 contests, players made notable statistical jumps.

Washington Wizards News / The Spun / April 2

The Wizards Have Apologized For Their April Fools' Day Prank

The Washington Wizards keep finding new ways to embarrass themselves this season. As if a 17-59 record wasn't bad enough, the Wizards have created quite the controversy this week by playing an April Fools' Day prank on a fan.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / April 2

Wizards Confirm Kyshawn George Won’t Return This Season

As expected, Wizards forward Kyshawn George has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season due to a Grade 2 ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear in his left elbow, the team announced today (Twitter link).

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Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / April 1

Paul George (39), Sixers shoot lights out vs. Wizards

Paul George set a career high in a Sixers uniform with 39 points and visiting Philadelphia, playing without Joel Embiid, had an offensive outburst in a 153-131 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Wizards Provide New Update On Star Forward’s Injury

The Washington Wizards have been fighting through some injuries as the season comes to a close. Sophomores Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George have been battling injuries since the All-Star Break.

Anthony Davis News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 1

Wizards' Anthony Davis Making Progress in Injury Recovery

One of, if not the biggest stories to come out of the Washington Wizards' 2025–26 campaign was the trade that landed Washington All-NBA big man Anthony Davis from the Dallas Mavericks.

Anthony Davis News / Hoops Rumors / March 31

Wizards’ Anthony Davis Cleared For Light Contact

Wizards big man Anthony Davis, who has been sidelined with ligament damage in his left hand, has been cleared for light contact as he progresses toward his full return, the team tweets.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / March 31

The 2026-27 Wizards Will Be Franchise’s Best Team in a Decade

There’s been a new spark in Capital One Arena over the last couple of weeks. The additions of Trae Young and Anthony Davis have given a new hope to a desperate fanbase.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / March 31

Is Wizards’ Will Riley Related to Pat Riley?

The Washington Wizards have had a forgettable season as they have one of the worst records in the league alongside the Indiana Pacers. In a season where they only managed a 17-58 record, the only silver lining for the Wizards has to be the young core that they have built.

Bub Carrington News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Wizards' Bub Carrington Joins Historic Group After Reaching Career Milestone

Bub Carrington, a guard for the Washington Wizards, has been one of the team's top young players. He's only in his NBA season, and Carrington has gradually established himself as an important piece to the team's foundation.

Julian Reese News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30

Angel Reese’s brother Julian gets good news from the NBA

Julian Reese has successfully avoided what would have been a costly disciplinary measure. The NBA announced on Monday that they have rescinded a double technical foul assessed to the Washington Wizards forward Reese and Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen during their game the night before.