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Bill Simmons says he’s ‘all-in’ on Cam Whitmore, but questions Washington Wizards fit

Bill Simmons is a huge supporter of Cam Whitmore, but how well does he expect things to go for him on the Washington Wizards? The Washington Wizards have been quite active during this offseason period.

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Jamir Watkins signs two-way deal with Wizards

Jamir Watkins has signed a two-way contract with the Wizards, reports Keith Smith of Spotrac (via Twitter). Watkins was drafted 43rd overall by the Jazz in the 2025 draft in a deal that sent him to Washington along with Will Riley and two future second-round picks in exchange for the ability for the Jazz to draft Walter Clayton Jr.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / July 6

Wizards sign first-round pick to rookie scale contract

He was selected 21st in the 2025 draft by the Jazz as part of a deal that sent him to the Wizards along with the second-round pick that became Jamir Watkins and two future second-rounders.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Wizards Facing Backlash After Trade Announcement on Sunday

With their recent moves, the Washington Wizards have positioned themselves quite well for next year's free agency. First, they traded Kyle Kuzma for Khris Middleton at the NBA trade deadline, then traded Jordan Poole for CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk.

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The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz

Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?

The '30+ point duos in an NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Top three picks in the NBA Draft' quiz

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 6

Wizards, Pelicans, Rockets complete three-team trade

As expected, the Wizards have rolled a pair of trade agreements with the Pelicans and Rockets into the same deal, officially completing the two deals as a single three-team transaction, per a press release from New Orleans.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6

Wizards get a steal by landing 20-year-old scorer via trade

The Washington Wizards are embracing their rebuild. On Saturday, they acquired Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets. Washington sent out two future second-round picks as part of the deal.

Former first-round pick getting 'tremendous opportunity' with trade to hometown team

The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

The '1985 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Kyrie Irving News / HITC / July 6

Kyrie Irving hails former Washington Wizards star’s draft legacy as one that won’t be repeated

Twitch appeared to become a form of therapy for Kyrie Irving while he was rehabbing from an ACL injury. During a recent stream, he took time to reflect on the impact of former Washington Wizards star John Wall and used the moment to recall how they changed the approach to drafting point guards.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 6

Wizards Wing Likely Gone Following Recent Trade

Key front office figures are constantly coming and going in the NBA, but one generalization remains true: these executives are always more loyal to the players they had a direct hand in bringing aboard, occasionally leaving incumbent pieces to feel like they're chopped liver.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 6

5 Best Marcus Smart Destinations If He Gets Bought Out by the Wizards; Two Rivals On the List

Marcus Smart’s time in Washington might be over soon. After acquiring Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets for two second-round picks, the Wizards are

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 6

Wizards Continue Adding Young Talent

The Washington Wizards are doing the front office equivalent of throwing ideas at the wall and seeing what sticks, and it's resulting in a rebuild like no other.

Kyrie Irving News / NBA Analysis Network / July 5

Kyrie Irving drops ‘generational’ praise on former Washington Wizards star, claims it will never be repeated

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving gives former Washington Wizards star his flowers. Kyrie Irving is currently recovering after tearing his ACL during the 2024-25 NBA season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 6

Wizards may have gotten breakout star in trade with Rockets

Wizards may have gotten next breakout star in trade with Rockets

Cam Whitmore is coming home — and he might just be Washington’s next breakout star.

Rockets and Nuggets are ready to dethrone Thunder out West

Insider reveals Nuggets' plan for new acquisition amid Greek interest

Grizzlies make room for free-agent signing by trading Jay Huff

Deandre Ayton had key reason for wanting to join Lakers

Details emerge about 76ers’ lowball offer to key free agent

Cam Whitmore News / Hoops Rumors / July 5

Former first-round pick getting 'tremendous opportunity' with trade to hometown team

While he flashed some major upside as a scorer off the bench during his first two NBA seasons, he wasn’t able to carve out a consistent role.

Kevin Durant headlining record NBA trade

The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

The 'Most three-pointers in one NBA season' quiz

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The 'MLB ballpark names' quiz

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The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Wizards HC Explains What Drew Them To Texas Star Tre Johnson

While the Washington Wizards did not get to pick in the top five of the 2025 NBA draft, they still came out of the draft with a star. Former Texas star Tre Johnson was selected by the Wizards with the sixth pick in the draft.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Bullets Forever / July 4

Report: Wizards interested in signing Kuminga

The Golden State Warriors forward was a young and significant contributor last season. And he could be a big help for Washington if he were to sign. The Washington Wizards are one of the teams that are in line to sign Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga to an offer sheet, according to Anthony Slate of The Athletic.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 4

Wizards Interested in Former Warriors Young Wing

When free agency started in the NBA, the floodgates to heaven appeared to have opened. There was breaking news every minute of the hour. It was something that felt overwhelming.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Hoops Rumors / July 4

Wizards among teams looking to acquire former lottery pick

The idea of the 22-year-old forward fitting into the Wizards’ rebuild has “gained real momentum.”

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 3

Why Wizards Should Shy Away from Jazz Big Man

It is important to always be on guard and protect yourself from being taken advantage of nowadays. In the world we live in today, there are many people who are looking to scam others.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 3

Wizards Loading Up on Rising Sophomores

The Washington Wizards have maintained a pretty low profile since the NBA Draft concluded, a period in which they were remarkably busy facilitating trades and plucking prospects fresh out of college and funneling them directly into the team's development program.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / July 2

Tre Johnson is the Future of the Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards have turned the corner in recent years, following the trade of former franchise cornerstone Bradley Beal in June of 2023. Since that 2023 offseason, the Wizards have drafted names like Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, Bub Carrington and Kyshawn George, who all look like building blocks of the future.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Wizards’ Will Riley reveals how he’ll dominate with Tre Johnson

The Washington Wizards lucked out when the Memphis Grizzlies snuck in the playoffs this past season, as that allowed them to receive the latter team’s lottery-protected 2025 first-round pick from the Marcus Smart trade.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / July 1

Washington Wizards Continue Rebuild with Championship-Winning Wing

Even after the NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards have found a way to add more young talent. Just a few days after the second round ended, the team made a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / July 1

Tre Johnson Brings Elite Scoring to the Wizards

Tre Johnson was the Wizards’ sixth pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. This roster currently lacks a significant number of scoring weapons. With CJ McCollum likely to be the team’s first option on most nights, this rookie can step into a role as a go-to scorer.

Anthony Gill News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29

Washington Wizards Release 5-Year NBA Player

UPDATE: The Wizards officially waived Anthony Gill. Anthony Gill has played all five seasons of his NBA career for the Washington Wizards. This past year, Gill averaged 2.5 points and 1.3 rebounds per contest while shooting 48.9% from the field and 32.3% from the three-point range in 51 games.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / June 27

Why Tre Johnson Can Get a Max Contract with Wizards

With the sixth pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards took sharpshooting off-guard and overall flamethrower Tre Johnson, a special talent that has the capability to immediately improve the franchise's dreadful offense.