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Wizards Should Have High Hopes for Tre Johnson

Tre Johnson is one of the most hyped up rookies the Washington Wizards fanbase has had since John Wall. This hype could usually make a rookie anxious, but Johnson has welcomed the hype by showing some confidence in his skill.

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EuroBasket 2025: Three Wizards players expected to play in summer tournament

In August, there isn’t much to write about in the NBA except for the upcoming regular season schedule release. Given tbe timing of the year, I would expect that we will have content on the Washington Wizards’ 2025-26 regular season schedule release very soon.

Anthony Gill News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 9

Why the Wizards Brought Back Anthony Gill

We see very often with many companies in America rehire familiar faces and even former employees. This typically happens when they need someone to come in for immediate assistance.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / August 8

Wizards Face Roster Uncertainty After Newest Addition

The Washington Wizards have had a busy offseason. Washington has done it all, from buying out older veterans like Richaun Holmes and Marcus Smart, to trading their primary scorer last season, Jordan Poole, to New Orleans.

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Anthony Gill News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 8

Wizards Wing Looks to Outlast Necessary Cuts

The Washington Wizards' decision to re-sign Anthony Gill for a sixth go-around in D.C. is one that's pleased most fans and analysts who pay attention to the team, much more so than your average end-of-the-bench veteran who rarely logs NBA meaningful minutes.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 8

Two Names to Watch for Wizards Final Roster Cut

The Washington Wizards were, for a time, in the clear. They entered the post-NBA Draft portion of their summer with too many players still signed to their active roster, eventually reaching up to 19 contracts following the first few weeks of free agency despite having to shape that down to 15 by opening night.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 7

Wizards May Be On Similar Path to Pistons

When someone doesn’t know the answer to something, they typically begin to ask questions. The answer may or may not be given to them. When that is the case, many begin to study and observe so they can find the answer on their own.

Anthony Gill News / Fastbreak on SI / August 7

Washington Wizards Make Roster Move On Thursday

Anthony Gill is coming off a season where he appeard in 51 games for the Washington Wizards. The former Virginia star had averages of 2.5 points and 1.3 rebounds per contest while shooting 48.9% from the field and 32.3% from the three-point range.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 7

Wizards Re-Sign Beloved Veteran

The Washington Wizards, having spent the majority of the offseason shaving their roster down to the maximum number of eligible players for opening night, have made an addition.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 7

Three Goals for Wizards’ Preseason Games

Wednesday was the next big day in the Washington Wizards' future. The NBA announced the preseason schedule for all 30 teams in the league. Three games, one at home and two on the road, were scheduled for the Wizards.

Bub Carrington News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 7

How Bub Carrington Can Become Wizards’ PG of the Future

Life can be busy and overwhelming at times. It feels as if the grind never ends, as you are faced with a new challenge every day. The rebuild of the Washington Wizards has been a challenge, too.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

Wizards Reveal Intriguing Preseason Schedule

The Washington Wizards have revealed their preseason schedule, which is set to begin in October. The Wizards will play three games in five days, featuring some intriguing matchups.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / August 7

Tim Legler backs Washington Wizards star to win NBA award in 2025-26, ‘unlike anybody that I’ve seen’

Tim Legler has revealed that a star player on the Washington Wizards has a shot to win an important award in the 2025-26 season. The Washington Wizards made some big changes to their roster in the offseason, adding players like CJ McCollum and Cam Whitmore.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / August 6

Wizards announce 2025-26 NBA preseason schedule

On Wednesday, the Washington Wizards announced their 2025-26 NBA preseason schedule. Here are the dates and times. Sunday, October 12 vs. Toronto Raptors at Capital One Arena – 3 p.m.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 6

Wizards Release Preseason Schedule

The Washington Wizards' first games that'll incorporate their full NBA roster have been released to the public. The team's preseason will see the Wizards match up against three eastern opponents, where they'll attempt to take on the Toronto Raptors, New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons in preparation for the regular season.

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Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / August 6

2 Wizards Shine In France’s EuroBasket Prep Game

The Washington Wizards have two players who will be competing in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament: Alex Sarr and Bilal Coulibaly. They will be representing their countries during the offseason.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 6

Wizards Forward Entering Do-or-Die Year

The Washington Wizards are about to have a serious dilemma that they must address. This squad is full of young and talented players, but in a few short years, this roster will get expensive.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 5

Wizards Should Sign Former No. 1 Pick

As summer comes to a close, many people tend to find renewed excitement in life. Their favorite sports are back, they’re entering the holiday season, and they find many good deals worth exploring.

Kyshawn George News / The Lead / August 5

Kyshawn George is the Wizards’ Ultimate Role Player

Kyshawn George was the last pick of the Wizards’ stacked 2024 draft, but he may already be the best player of the group. George’s two-way skill and scalability are the stuff of dreams for teams trying to build a contender, as the perfect wing archetype.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / August 5

‘Really excited’ David Jacoby names the Washington Wizards player he will ‘go out of his way’ to watch next season

The Washington Wizards finished the 2024-25 season at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with an 18-64 record. However, they have since added several new players to their roster, including CJ McCollum, Cam Whitmore, and Malaki Branham.

Jaylen Martin News / Hoops Rumors / August 4

Wizards waive two-way player Jaylen Martin

The Wizards have opened up a two-way spot by waiving wing Jaylen Martin, the team’s PR department tweets. Martin signed a two-year, two-way deal with Washington in February.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 4

1 move Washington Wizards should’ve made in 2025 NBA offseason

The Washington Wizards are no longer wandering aimlessly in the wilderness of the Eastern Conference. After a series of smart, forward-looking moves in the 2025 offseason, there’s finally a direction in D.C.

Tre Johnson News / NBA Draft on SI / August 4

Does Wizards’ Tre Johnson Deserve Rookie of the Year Hype?

With Summer League wrapped up, the 2025-26 season is now cruising toward us, with teams tipping off preseason in early October. The league’s Rookie of the Year race is oft-talked about, offering a glimpse as who the potential best players in the class are. FanDuel Sportsbook’s top option in Cooper Flagg is no surprise — he was an easy pick at No.

Richaun Holmes News / Hoops Rumors / August 3

Richaun Holmes Weighing Panathinaikos Offer, Hoping To Stay In NBA?

Free agent center Richaun Holmes was waived by the Wizards on July 14. At the end of July, reports indicated that his representatives were talking to Turkish club Fenerbahce, the reigning EuroLeague champions.

Cam Whitmore News / Hardwood Heroics / August 1

'Kinda a Surreal Moment' – Washington Wizards’ Cam Whitmore Opens Up on Joining His Childhood Team This Offseason

One of the Washington Wizards’ notable moves this summer was their acquisition of Cam Whitmore, whom they acquired alongside CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk in a three-team deal with the New Orleans Pelicans and the Houston Rockets.