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When the Washington Wizards started their rebuild in 2023, rotation debates centered around Deni Avdija versus Corey Kispert for a starting spot and whether Mike Muscala or Danilo Gallinari would back up Daniel Gafford. Three years later, Bilal Coulibaly is the lone holdover from a roster that’s undergone a complete overhaul.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 18

NBA Notes: Nuggets, trade candidates, Wizards, Kyshawn George, Hawks

The Nuggets may not be finished tinkering with their roster before training camp, with Peyton Watson, Cameron Johnson and Zeke Nnaji standing out as possible trade candidates.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / August 18

Diluting Doubts: Kyshawn George's Path to Establishment as the Wizards' Overqualified Fifth Starter

We know about as much about the Washington Wizards as we could have realistically hoped when their offseason began a few months ago. Trades, signings and

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Wizards’ Kyshawn George drops bold declaration about Washington’s future

The Washington Wizards may still be viewed as a rebuilding franchise from the outside. However, Kyshawn George believes that perception is about to change.

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Wizards 2025-26 Player Grades: Kyshawn George

Kyshawn George gave Washington Wizards fans plenty to dream about following his exciting rookie development story. The late first-round pick played his

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 3

How Wizards’ Will Riley could become the next Paul George

The Washington Wizards’ 153-131 home loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday looked like business as usual on the surface, as Washington is tanking while Philadelphia is fighting to automatically qualify for the playoffs.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 2

NBA Notes: Pistons, Cade Cunningham, Wizards, Kyshawn George, Jazz

The Pistons say Cade Cunningham “continues to progress” as he recovers from a collapsed lung. He’ll be reevaluated in one week. That’s about all the detail we’ve got.

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Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / April 2

Wizards Confirm Kyshawn George Won’t Return This Season

As expected, Wizards forward Kyshawn George has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season due to a Grade 2 ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear in his left elbow, the team announced today (Twitter link).

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Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / March 4

Kyshawn George Has Partial UCL Tear, Will Be Reevaluated In Three Weeks

Kyshawn George suffered a partial tear of the UCL in his left elbow and will be reevaluated in three weeks, the Wizards announced (via Twitter). The team states that it plans to treat the injury “conservatively,” so there’s no guarantee that George will return before the season ends on April 12.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 11

Wizards’ Kyshawn George Has Plan to Avoid Two-Way Trap

Nothing captures the imagination of the NBA draft evaluator quite like a young two-way wing. The ability to impact both offense and defense signify a few

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / December 3

Is Kyshawn George Having Growing Pains with New Role?

Kyshawn George has been given more opportunities in his second year to grow as a player and has not disappointed. He has taken major leaps across the board in points, percentages, rebounds, assists, and defensive stats.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / November 18

NBA Notes: Sixers, Paul George, Mavericks, Wizards, Kyshawn George

Paul George finally got back on the court Monday against his old team (Clippers), and the Sixers kept things simple with a minutes restriction. He finished with nine points and seven boards in 21 minutes and looked exactly how you’d expect after eight months off — rusty, but relieved.

Washington Wizards News / EasySportz / October 29

The Wizards’ Best Young Star Might Already Be Kyshawn George

He’s not just flashing potential — he’s producing like a franchise cornerstone. It’s just four games into the season, and the Washington Wizards may already have their answer to the future.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 25

Wizards' Kyshawn George Becoming Breakout Star

Through the first two games of the 2025-26 season, it has become abundantly clear that the Washington Wizards' best player is second-year guard Kyshawn George.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 24

Kyshawn George-powered Wizards drop Mavericks to 0-2

Kyshawn George posted career-bests of 34 points and 11 rebounds as the Washington Wizards overcame a slow start to notch their first win of the season, beating the host Dallas Mavericks 117-107 on Friday.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / September 20, 2025

Kyshawn George Can Solidify Himself as a Cornerstone Forward

Kyshawn George has been putting in work this summer. George spent his first NBA offseason competing in AmeriCup with his Canadian national team. For NBA players, repping the national team is a huge honor, but it is also an opportunity to put into action skills they’re looking to improve on.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / August 23, 2025

Wizards' Kyshawn George is Showing Sophomore Breakout Potential in AmeriCup Action

International competition during the offseason is a great experience for players around the NBA who have the opportunity to play in these events. This is especially true for young players who need on-court reps against professional competition.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 12, 2025

Former first-round pick heads Team Canada's camp roster for AmeriCup

The tournament will take place from Aug. 22-31.

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Washington Wizards News / The Lead / August 5, 2025

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 / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 30, 2025

Report: Washington Wizards’ Kyshawn George to Suit Up for Canada at AmeriCup

Washington Wizards wing Kyshawn George will represent Canada at the FIBA AmeriCup this summer, making his senior national team debut this summer. According to Libaan Osman of the Toronto Star, the 21-year-old is expected to play a featured role for a young Canadian squad at the tournament, which begins August 22 in Nicaragua.

Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / July 7, 2025

Wizards' Summer League roster should be among most talented

The Washington Wizards announced their roster for the upcoming Summer League, a roster that's filled with recent high draft picks. The roster features seven first-round picks from the last two NBA Drafts, including the following players: 2024: Alex Sarr (No.

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