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With the Washington Wizards fully immersed in trade talks revolving around All-Star guard Trae Young, many people have begun to wonder what a potential trade package for him would look like.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 1

Wizards Guard Shines in First Opportunity of the Year

The Washington Wizards ended the treacherous stretch that was 2025 on an extremely high note, upsetting the Milwaukee Bucks on the road 114–113. The win put a positive cap on what was a very rough season for Wizards fandom, possibly offering a flash of what’s to come in 2026.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 18

Wizards Showing Commitment to AJ Johnson's Development

The Washington Wizards have quietly made it clear that AJ Johnson remains a meaningful part of their long-term vision, even if his path has required patience.

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How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 6

Wizards Recall AJ Johnson from G-League

With the Washington Wizards dealing with a plethora of injuries to numerous key contributors, the front office has chosen to recall sophomore guard AJ Johnson in hopes of adding a little bit of depth.

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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 / December 2

Wizards Send AJ Johnson Down to G League

The Washington Wizards have had a lot of exciting news to process in recent hours, but they announced a bit of housekeeping-related news right as the squad prepares for the second leg of a back-to-back in Philadelphia.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 25

Wizards' Tre Johnson Injury Opens Door for AJ Johnson

With the recent news of Washington Wizards rookie Tre Johnson being sidelined for the next 2–3 weeks, many questions have arisen about who will take his place.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 24

Wizards' Tre Johnson Sidelined with Hip Injury

The news keeps getting worse for the Washington Wizards. After starting the season with a rough start, currently going on a 14-game losing streak, it seemed that nothing else could go wrong.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 19

Why Aren't Wizards Playing AJ Johnson?

Many things can be said about the Washington Wizards' abysmal start to the year and who is to blame for what. Many questions have arisen in regard to the allocation of minutes, with arguably the most prevalent being the lack of opportunity for second-year guard AJ Johnson.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Young Core Raising Excitement for Wizards' Future

Vibes have never been higher in the Capital City following the Washington Wizards' 117-107 upset win over the Dallas Mavericks. Anchored by stellar performances from second-year guard Kyshawn George and rookie Tre Johnson, Washington has instilled immense hope in DC that hasn’t been felt in years.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards Guard Deserves More Playing Time

The Washington Wizards’ season opener was a disappointing one, not just in terms of the final score, but also in how little playing time was given to a promising young guard, AJ Johnson.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 21

Wizards Hidden Gem Shines in Preseason Showing

While Texas guard Tre Johnson has dominated the headlines for the Washington Wizards rookie class, fellow first year forward Will Riley has quietly built a case for himself as one teams most intriguing first year players.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 18

Wizards' AJ Johnson Heading Into Critical Sophomore Season

This season holds a lot of weight for AJ Johnson, who is entering his second year in the NBA. After an unexpected start to his career with the Milwaukee Bucks, Johnson’s journey has taken a turn with his midseason trade to the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 18

Where Wizards' A.J. Johnson Can Improve This Season

On a Washington Wizards roster filled with young talent, second-year guard AJ Johnson stands out as a particularly intriguing player. Washington acquired Johnson on the cusp of last year's trade deadline, in part of a deal that sent Kyle Kuzma to the Milwaukee Bucks, and Khris Middleton to the Wizards.

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 10

Wizards Will Regret Not Drafting Derik Queen

In the 2025 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards opted to select Tre Johnson from the Texas Longhorns. There is no question why they did so, since many view him as a dynamic scoring guard who is considered one of the best offensive talents in the draft.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 8

Wizards Rookie Guard Could Be Game Changer

With the NBA training camp on the horizon, the Washington Wizards will enter the new season facing several pressing questions. Their roster boasts a blend of young talent and seasoned veterans; however, the biggest question is what role rookie guard Tre Johnson would have next season.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 20

Which Wizards Guard Best Resembles John Wall?

"Make me like Mike!" That is a saying from a basketball movie many people loved growing up as a kid called "Like-Mike." That quote from that movie basically meant they want to play like Michael Jordan on the court.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

What Do the Young Wizards Guards Need to Improve On?

The Washington Wizards are in the midst of their Summer League campaign. Now is a great time to begin looking at the needed improvements from a team’s younger players.

Washington Wizards News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 7

Tre Johnson Listed Among Top ROY Candidates Heading into NBA Summer League

We are a long way away from the next NBA regular season, as the NBA Finals concluded only weeks ago and the 2025-26 season is set to tip off on Oct. 21.

Washington Wizards News / Texas Longhorns on SI / June 28

Tre Johnson Receives Jersey Number With Washington Wizards

No. 6 overall pick Tre Johnson was introduced as a Washington Wizard on Saturday alongside No. 21 pick Will Riley and No. 43 pick Jamir Watkins. After wearing No.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / April 25

AJ Johnson Has Future All-Star Potential With Wizards

The Washington Wizards completed its season with an 18-64 record, which is bad enough for the second-worst record in the league, ahead of only the Utah Jazz.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / April 8

AJ Johnson Makes More Sense on the Wizards

Kyle Kuzma finally got his desired trade out of Washington two months ago, leading fans of the Washington Wizards to feel a range of emotions following the divorce from their go-to scorer of the rebuilding years.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Wizards' AJ Johnson Reveals All-Star Guards He Models His Game After

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Johnson recently shared the players who influence his style of play as he develops his skills in the NBA, including Oklahoma City Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / March 31

Wizards Bolster Impressive Rookie Class with AJ Johnson

With 58 losses already, the Washington Wizards are once again competing for the best possible NBA Draft Lottery odds. This marks their seventh consecutive losing season.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

What is AJ Johnson’s Future Role on Wizards Roster?

With the last Wizards’ game for the season in just a few weeks, they have already begun giving the young guys the rope. Before the trade deadline, four players were looking to benefit the most from the influx of minutes.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / February 13

Unlocking AJ Johnson's Potential: Key Skills the Wizards Need to Develop for Future Success

As the Washington Wizards look to build a competitive roster for the future, unlocking the potential of AJ Johnson is crucial. Johnson, a promising young

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Wizards trade Kyle Kuzma to Bucks for Khris Middleton, pick swap

The Wizards and Bucks have agreed to a trade.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / September 17, 2024

One Question For Each Milwaukee Bucks Rookie

The Milwaukee Bucks added young talent to their roster during the 2024 NBA Draft, much like their conference rivals in the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics.