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How Tre Johnson’s hot streak validates Trae Young as Wizards’ ‘coach on the side’

The Washington Wizards keep hitting two birds with one stone: having competitive performances that foster player development while staying on pace to keep their top-eight protected draft pick.

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Wizards send three players to NBA Rising Stars Game

For the second consecutive year, the Washington Wizards will send a franchise-record-tying three players to the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Game, the NBA announced Monday.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 26

Three Wizards Earn Rising Stars Invitations

The Washington Wizards once again look to take the NBA Rising Stars tournament during next month's All-Star game. The focal pieces of their young core - Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George and Tre Johnson - will each represent the Wizards once they're drafted to their respective teams for the weekend's games.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 26

Wizards Considered a Fringe Contender For Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo is, for the second time this season, set to miss extensive time away from his once-beloved Milwaukee Bucks. The on-court product has cratered even with the 2x MVP in the lineup, as the middling role players surrounding him look a long way off from the championship-contending rosters that he grew used to.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 26

Can Wizards Succeed Long Term Without Top 2026 Pick?

The biggest storyline surrounding the Washington Wizards’ 2025–26 season is their ongoing race with the other bottom-feeder teams for a top selection in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 25

What the Wizards Do And Don't Need at Trade Deadline

January is coming to an end, yet the Washington Wizards remain the only team to make a trade this season. Earlier in January, the team traded for multiple-time All-Star Trae Young, and it is considered a steal as the team gave up no draft capital for Young.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / January 25

Exploring the youngest NBA lineup: A unique perspective on the Wizards’ future

The Washington Wizards fell 119-115 to the Charlotte Hornets, extending their losing streak to nine games. With the youngest starting lineup in NBA history, Washington is clearly prioritizing long-term development over immediate results.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / January 25

Wizards Start Youngest Lineup Ever, Get Same Result, Make Subtle Progress

The Wizards lost again, this time to the Charlotte Hornets. It was their ninth straight defeat, and they’re back in last place. The Wizards starting lineup was the youngest in NBA history — Will Riley and Tre Johnson are both 19.

Jamir Watkins News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 24

Wizards Should Sign Rookie Guard to Standard Deal

Although the Washington Wizards recently dropped their 34th game of the season, extending their losing streak to nine consecutive games, there were still plenty of positives for the team to take away.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 24

Wizards Build Separation in Lottery With Loss to Hornets

Amidst a tough losing stretch, there are always going to be positives to look at. For the Washington Wizards, there are several positive signs. Even in a close loss to the Charlotte Hornets, where the final score was 119-115, it felt like a great day of basketball for the Wiz Kids.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / January 24

Wizards at Hornets final score: Washington unable to complete comeback in 119-115 loss

The Washington Wizards lost to the Charlotte Hornets, 119-115 on Saturday afternoon. The game was moved to earlier in the day due to an imminent ice storm that will hit Charlotte and the Carolinas.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

Wizards President Stands Firm On 2024 Trade: ‘Not A Mistake’

The Washington Wizards have finally begun turning a corner into a new era of competitive basketball. Several trades, drafts, and signings after their last playoff appearance, Washington finally can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

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Trae Young News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Wizards roll out youngest starting lineup in NBA history

The Wizards are leaning all the way into youth. So far, it is not subtle. Washington rolled out the youngest starting lineup since the NBA began tracking starters in 1970-71, according to Elias.

Khris Middleton News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Wizards Announce Khris Middleton News on Saturday

The Washington Wizards (10-33) have the worst record in the league. They are on an eight-game losing streak, having already suffered a 14-game losing streak earlier this season. The team is also dealing with multiple injuries.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24

Washington’s losing streak hits eight games and the front office can’t keep ignoring the obvious

The Washington Wizards are 10-33 heading into Saturday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets. They’ve lost eight straight. They rank near the bottom of the league in both offense and defense.

Deni Avdija News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 24

Wizards Executive Doesn't Think Deni Avdija Trade Was a Mistake

With the Washington Wizards beginning to take the proper steps to exit their rebuild and enter a stage of playoff contention in the near future, many fans and members of the media have begun to reminisce and think back on moves that were made that could be considered mistakes.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Kyshawn George promises ‘best is yet to come’ amid Wizards’ 10-33 campaign

WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s one thing for the Washington Wizards‘ young building blocks to have a good game, and it’s another to do so the same day Monumental Basketball President Michael Winger announced that the front office will evaluate which players it will keep over the next six to 18 months as the team progresses in its rebuild.

Trae Young News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

The Washington Wizards May Chase Young Utah Star In Offseason

While most of the Washington Wizards’ rumors have circulated potential deadline deals, one report suggests they may be looking ahead to the offseason. The Wizards fail to get a deal done during the trade deadline.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / January 23

Wizards’ Michael Winger Talks Trae, Cap Room, Keefe, More

During a media session on Thursday, Wizards president Michael Winger said he’s not “setting some kind of barometer” for what he expects from his team in 2026/27 (Twitter link via Ben Strober of 106.7 The Fan).

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

Wizards May Trade Rising Veteran Big Man Before Deadline

With less than two weeks until the deadline, the Washington Wizards have been the subject of numerous trade rumors. From clinging to the possibility of getting Jonathan Kuminga, a “long-shot” opportunity to land Zion Williamson, to possibly landing great role pieces in Jerami Grant or Immanuel Quickley.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 22

Peyton Watson's huge night propels Nuggets past Wizards

Peyton Watson scored a career-high 35 points to go along with eight rebounds, fueling the visiting Denver Nuggets to a 107-97 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

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Alex Sarr News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

Wizards center Alex Sarr may have just made the most improbable shot ever

The Washington Wizards are attempting to earn their 11th win of the season on Thursday in a contest against the Denver Nuggets. Early on in the game, Alex Sarr somehow managed to record a bucket and what appears to be the most improbable shot you may ever see.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / January 21

Wizards Granted Disabled Player Exception

The Wizards have been awarded a disabled player exception, according to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Stein Line (Twitter link). The team applied for a DPE last week after announcing that Cam Whitmore would miss the rest of the season due to a blood clot in his right shoulder.

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Wire / January 20

Wizards’ Khris Middleton viewed as trade or buyout candidate

The Wizards will keep their eyes open for another buy-low swing like the one they took on Trae Young, but league sources tell The Athletic’s Josh Robbins that is not the most likely way they operate at the trade deadline.

Cam Whitmore News / Hoops Rumors / January 15

Wizards’ Cam Whitmore Out For Season Due To Blood Clot

Wizards forward Cam Whitmore has been formally ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season due to a blood clot in his right shoulder, the team announced on Thursday (Twitter link).