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Wizards get Destroyed by the Heat at Home

After suffering a humiliating defeat against the Brooklyn Nets, the Washington Wizards headed back to DC to get ready for the Miami Heat. Before the game, only six players were healthy.

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Against Heat, Wizards Fall Behind by 32, and Do Not Make It Interesting

The best thing about the Wizards blowout loss to the Miami Heat is that it’s over. Miami weathered an early stretch of hot shooting from Washington — and a cold streak of its own.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / February 8

Wizards vs. Heat final score: Washington blown out in 132-101 loss on Super Bowl Sunday

The Washington Wizards lost to the Miami Heat on Sunday, 132-101 at home. The loss has the Wizards falling to 14-38 for the season while the Heat improved to 28-26.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

D’Angelo Russell Won’t Report To Wizards, May Be Bought Out

Veteran guard D’Angelo Russell is technically a member of the Wizards after being included in the Anthony Davis trade last week. However, it sounds as though his tenure with the team might end before it even begins.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Are The Washington Wizards Unethically Tanking?

After two blockbuster moves before the trade deadline, the Washington Wizards are now a major contender in the Eastern Conference starting next year. However,

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 8

Dirk Nowitzki Sends Strong Message to Mavs Over Anthony Davis Trade

The reaction around Dallas was supposed to be relief. Instead, the loudest response came from the franchise’s most trusted voice. When the Dallas Mavericks moved on from Anthony Davis at the trade deadline, much of the focus centered on injury relief and future flexibility.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

Wizards Waive 2014 Lottery Pick After Trade

The Washington Wizards made major headlines around the league, acquiring four-time NBA All-Star Trae Young and 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis, overhauling their roster in just over a month.

Bam Adebayo News / The SportsRush / February 8

Is Bam Adebayo Playing Tonight vs the Washington Wizards? Injury Report (February 8)

With 27 wins and 26 losses, the Miami Heat are reeling at 8th in the Eastern Conference. The faithful fans had hoped that the front desk would pour some cash into the trade deadline and at least get them competitive but with that ship having sailed already, Bam Adebayo is the only hope they have for a playoff spot.

Anthony Davis News / EssentiallySports / February 8

Wizards Cut Ties With Anthony Davis Trade Piece After Informing Star to Stay at Home

The Anthony Davis era in Dallas came to an end much sooner than many expected. The Mavericks sent the veteran forward to the Washington Wizards alongside several other players in a blockbuster deal.

Dante Exum News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

Wizards Waive Dante Exum

The Wizards have placed veteran guard Dante Exum on waivers, the team announced today (via Twitter). Exum was one of the four players Washington acquired from Dallas in the Anthony Davis blockbuster ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / February 7

Multiple reports say Wizards newcomer Anthony Davis out for season

All signs continue to point toward Anthony Davis being done for the season. A league source confirmed to The Athletic that Davis is unlikely to play again in 2025-26, with the Wizards expected to provide a formal update in the coming days.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / February 7

Wizards Sit Everyone, Fall Behind by 34, and Somehow Still Kinda Make It Interesting

This matchup with the Brooklyn Nets was the Wizards’ most important game of the season, and they came prepared. Shorthanded because of the Anthony Davis

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 7

Wizards Lose Against Nets, But Win in Another Way

The Washington Wizards went into their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets with only eight players available. Some of those players were injured or not with the team due to the Anthony Davis trade.

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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / February 7

Wizards at Nets final score: Washington loses 127-113 in weekend matinee

The Washington Wizards lost to the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday afternoon, 127-113 on the road. While the result is certainly good for Washington’s 2026 first round draft pick hopes, it’s still disappointing considering the fact that they beat the Detroit Pistons earlier this week.

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Washington Wizards at Brooklyn Nets Preview, Prediction & Odds | February 7, 2026

After a fun NBA trade deadline, the Washington Wizards and their undermanned lineup will take on the Brooklyn Nets with bettors having a potential fun matchup.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 7

NBA Notes: Wizards, Anthony Davis, Knicks, Jose Alvarado, Blazers

The Wizards are expected to take the long view with Anthony Davis. Davis, acquired from the Mavericks ahead of the deadline, is likely to sit out the remainder of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from groin and hand injuries, league sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 7

Should The Washington Wizards Bring Back This G-League Stud?

The Washington Wizards certainly have a roster full of surprises this season. Alex Sarr has taken a massive jump on both ends of the floor, now leading the league in blocks.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / February 7

Wizards’ plan for Anthony Davis after blockbuster trade is revealed

The Washington Wizards are not taking any chances with new All-Star acquisition Anthony Davis.

Anthony Davis trade closes books on disastrous Luka Doncic deal

Wizards spark controversy with Anthony Davis' new jersey number

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Jaden Hardy News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 6

Jaden Hardy Could Throw a Wrench in Wizards Rotation

By now, the entire NBA world has likely been informed of the blockbuster deal that sent All-NBA big man Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards in exchange for salary-filling talent and draft assets.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 6

Revived Wizards move forward against skidding Nets

The Washington Wizards and Brooklyn Nets share similar struggles this season, although they will move forward with vastly different strategies. While the

Will Riley News / NBA Draft on SI / February 6

Wizards Rookie Will Riley Leads Washington to Win Against Pistons

The 2025 NBA Draft class continues to impress as the 2025-26 season continues. The likes of Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel and VJ Edgecombe, among others, have shined in their first year, while other players throughout the class have also had solid rookie seasons.