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Wizards' Second-Year Forward Lands Huge Prediction

There's plenty of excitement centered around the Washington Wizards and the young talent the team has assembled in recent years. The Wizards find themselves in the midst of rebuilding, having collected several promising young players that the franchise hopes will form the foundation for the future.

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Washington Wizards 2025-26 projected starting lineup as new era begins in the capital

The Washington Wizards could finally reap the rewards of their patient team-building over the last five years. The Washington Wizards have the unfortunate distinction of being one of the NBA’s least successful franchises.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 4

How Free Agent Guard Would Disrupt Wizards' Growth

As NBA free agency winds down and training camps approach, one notable name remains unsigned: Josh Giddey. The Chicago Bulls have been unable to re-sign him this summer, so they have recently increased their offer to him.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 4

Insider Predicts Former Wizards Guard Will Join Kings

Former Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook is still in search of his next team after entering the 2025 offseason as a free agent. He has bounced around the league over the past few years since his last stint in D.C.

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The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz

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Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 4

Washington Wizards 2025-26 season predictions after NBA schedule release

There comes a time in every rebuild when patience must finally pay off. For the Washington Wizards, the 2025-26 NBA season represents a crucial checkpoint in their long and often painful reset.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 4

Ben Simmons Would Give Wizards Needed Boost

As free agency winds down, the Washington Wizards have a golden opportunity to reshape their future by signing one of the most intriguing names still available, Ben Simmons.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 3

Why Signing Free Agent Guard Isn't Realistic for Wizards

As the Washington Wizards begin another chapter in their rebuild, the focus has shifted toward developing young talent with long-term upside. With the addition of Tre Johnson and the emergence of Bilal Coulibaly as potential franchise cornerstones at the guard and wing positions, the Wizards’ path forward seems clearly defined.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 3

Wizards Star Dodges Major Setback After EuroBasket injury

This year's EuroBasket tournament features some of the NBA's top international players. Big names like Lauri Markkanen, Nikola Jokić, and even the Wizards' own Bilal Coulbaly have shone on the global stage.

Alex Sarr News / Fastbreak on SI / September 3

Good News Emerges on NBA Standout After Injury Scare

Alex Sarr became the second NBA player to get ruled out for the remainder of EuroBasket due to an injury. On Tuesday, the Washington Wizards’ former second pick was officially ruled out with a calf injury, according to an announcement from his national team.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 3

One Free Agent Suits Wizards Best

The 2025 NBA offseason has been one of the most active in recent memory. A flurry of free-agent signings and blockbuster trades has reshaped the league’s landscape.

Alex Sarr News / Last Word On Sports / September 2

Wizards Big Man Out For EuroBasket After Concerning Injury

EuroBasket 2025 is in the final few days of group play, with France qualified for the round of 16. Unfortunately for them, Washington Wizards big man Alex Sarr will be out for the remainder of the tournament after sustaining a calf injury.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 2

‘Wiz-Kids’ offering Wizards fans hope during overseas tournaments

August is typically the slowest part of the year for NBA fans, but the Washington Wizards’ faithful were spoiled this time. 2023 No. 7 overall pick Bilal Coulibaly and 2024 No.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 2

Wizards Trade Ranked Among Offseason's Most Lopsided

The Washington Wizards made a decision when the free agency window opened. Instead of trying to splurge on bigger-named role players like they had in summers

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The 'NFL 2025 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The '2,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Alex Sarr News / Hoops Rumors / September 2

Wizards big man to miss rest of EuroBasket due to calf injury

Wizards center Alex Sarr, who had been competing for France in this year’s EuroBasket tournament, has been ruled out for the rest of the event due to a right calf injury.

Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA

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The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 2

Wizards Could Form Next Tim Duncan, David Robinson Duo

We will never find the answers we are looking for in life until we muster the boldness to ask the necessary questions. That has been proven many times in life.

Brian Keefe News / NBA Analysis Network / September 1

Who is Brian Keefe? All you need to know about Washington Wizards’ head coach

The Washington Wizards have begun a new chapter under head coach Brian Keefe. Following the exits of John Wall and Bradley Beal, the Washington Wizards essentially entered a new era to rebuild from scratch.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 1

Three Untouchable Players on Wizards' Roster

The Washington Wizards are a franchise that is not only in the midst of a playoff drought of four year, but also gets mentioned in trade speculation. For instance, power forward Kyle Kuzma was ultimately flipped for small forward Khris Middleton.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / August 30

Wizards Rising Sophomore Turning Heads in FIBA Tournament

The Washington Wizards have added a considerable amount of young depth over the past few seasons. While three of their young players are competing overseas in this year’s EuroBasket tournament, one player has remained a little closer to home: 2024 No.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / August 30

Wizards’ New Former First-Rounders Could be Strong Additions

The Wizards are still one of the freshest rebuilding teams in the league, owning a host of developmental players hoping to grow their games across the next few seasons.