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Bulls’ Taj Gibson Decision Could Preview Wizards’ Anthony Gill Plans

One of the player roles that NBA front offices most-frequently struggle to quantify is the "locker room leader"- specifically, the kind of veteran who's more often utilized as a stabilizing presence than a nightly on-court weapon.

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Offseason Prospect Review: Ranking Every 25-and-Under Wizards Contributor

The 2026-27 Washington Wizards represent why NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has meddled with the league's draft rules and tank-based enforcements as strictly as he has over the last calendar year.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / September 15

Who should the Wizards start: George, Coulibaly or Johnson?

When the Washington Wizards started their rebuild in 2023, rotation debates centered around Deni Avdija versus Corey Kispert for a starting spot and whether Mike Muscala or Danilo Gallinari would back up Daniel Gafford. Three years later, Bilal Coulibaly is the lone holdover from a roster that’s undergone a complete overhaul.

Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / September 13

Is Anthony Davis Worth A 4-Year Max Extension With The Wizards?

The Washington Wizards are ready to take their rebuild into action. They have Anthony Davis, Trae Young on a max extension, and the No. 1 overall pick, AJ Dybantsa, giving the franchise three major pieces to build around.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

Felix Okpara News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 10

Diluting Doubts: Can Felix Okpara Factor Into the 2026-27 Wizards?

NBA Draft picks are frequently treated as broadly-sacred negotiation chips in trade talks and asset rundowns, but not all pick rights were created equally.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

AJ Johnson News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 8

Wizards Miss on Pelicans Trade Opportunity, but Continue Dining on AJ Johnson Assessment

The Washington Wizards' balance between on- and off-court assets hasn't been this harmonious in years. Their draft pick stockpile is just as full as it's been through their patient rebuild, armed with even more of the same swings they've used in assorting their presently-rostered young corps.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 7

Three Bold Rotational Adjustments the Wizards Should Implement Next Season

The Washington Wizards have spent three years quietly re-building their next era from one of the franchise's great many low points. They've repeatedly

Washington Wizards News / HITC / September 7

Frances Tiafoe’s gesture towards AJ Dybantsa and his family after US Open win

US Open quarterfinalist Frances Tiafoe shouted out 2026 NBA Draft No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa with his celebration after defeating Daniil Medvedev. Tiafoe picked up a surprise 7-6 (1), 6-4, 7-6 (6) win over Medvedev, advancing to the quarterfinals for a matchup against Alex Michelsen as he tries to make a miracle run to the final on home soil.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Habit / September 6

The Wizards could create basketball magic but must first solve a glaring issue

The Washington Wizards have been making a ton of roster moves lately. That includes trading for both Trae Young and Anthony Davis. But they have yet to solve their biggest problem: head coach Brian Keefe.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 4

One Wizards Storyline to Monitor for Each Newly-Released Nationally-Televised Game

The Washington Wizards have no shortage of reasons to draw more eyes than usual entering the 2026-27 season, even if the NBA's schedule-makers and TV time slot bookers remain reluctant to include the young team among their prized golden eggs.

Khris Middleton News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 3

Diluting Doubts: Wizards Task Khris Middleton with Accepting Next Career Chapter

This time last year, Khris Middleton's value in the eyes of the Washington Wizards was almost completely tied to the money he was set to make, regardless of how much he still had left to give on the hardwood.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Bilal Coulibaly News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 3

Wizards’ Path to Negotiating Bilal Coulibaly Extension Just Got Clearer

Despite the proven patience that's accompanied the Washington Wizards' no-nonsense approach to the business side of basketball, the franchise hasn't made the outside world wait on many of their biggest decisions this summer.

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / September 1

Anthony Davis Could Request A Trade If Wizards Start Poorly This Season

The Washington Wizards experienced a major roster overhaul this summer, and it has drastically changed their position in the Eastern Conference. With the additions of Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and rookie AJ Dybantsa, they went from NBA afterthoughts to playoff contenders over a few short months.

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Tre Mann News / DC Sports King / August 31

Wizards Bolster Bench Scoring with Addition of Healthy Tre Mann

The Washington Wizards have added more depth to their roster by trading for veteran sixth man Tre Mann. Recovering from a significant disc irritation in his back, Mann looks to return to his former level of play from before the injury.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

ESPN insiders put Wizards’ Anthony Davis on trade request watch

Can 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis and Trae Young lead the Washington Wizards to snap a six-year playoff drought? The Wizards should have a better idea two months into the 2026-27 regular season.

Sharife Cooper News / Hoops Rumors / August 25

Sharife Cooper Signs With Liaoning Flying Leopards

After spending last season with the Wizards, free agent guard Sharife Cooper has rejoined the Liaoning Flying Leopards of the Chinese Basketball Association, as Dario Skerletic of Sportando relays.

Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / August 24

Warriors may still land Anthony Davis under one condition

They could still keep tabs on Davis' situation in the nation's capital.

Warriors might still have a big trade up their sleeve, but there's a catch

Draymond Green fuels Nikola Jokic-to-Warriors trade rumors

Jokic could be sending a quiet warning after Peyton Watson leaves Denver

Writer pens hypothetical trade sending Bronny James to NBA contender

Clippers quietly set themselves up for major trade next season

Three free agents that make sense for the Cavaliers

Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / August 22

Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade

Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.

Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first

Rich Paul makes a notable admission about his client Peyton Watson

Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / August 21

'You Can’t Light The Candle At Both Ends': Michael Jordan’s Harsh Reality Check To Wizards Teammate

Hall of Famer Michael Jordan is widely regarded as the greatest player of all time, but he wasn’t necessarily the greatest teammate. Former NBA player Brendan Haywood played alongside Jordan on the Washington Wizards from 2001 to 2003, and he spoke on the Straight Game Podcast about just how demanding he was.

Tre Mann News / Field Level Media / August 21

Wizards acquire G Tre Mann as part of 5-team trade

The Washington Wizards acquired guard Tre Mann from the Charlotte Hornets as part of a five-team trade. The Wizards also received a 2027 second-round pick from the Los Angeles Clippers as part of the deal on Thursday.

Julian Reese News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20

Bad news emerges for Angel Reese’s brother Julian

Julian Reese is finding himself as collateral damage this week. The Washington Wizards power forward Reese was traded away by the team on Wednesday. Reese was sent to the Denver Nuggets as part of a multi-team sign-and-trade deal headlined by Peyton Watson going to the Cleveland Cavaliers (read the full details here).

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