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CJ McCollum now has with the Washington Wizards what he wishes he had with the Portland Trail Blazers

The Washington Wizards acquired veteran guard CJ McCollum in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans back in June. The move gave the Washington Wizards a valuable veteran presence in CJ McCollum who will help their young team.

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The Wizards are projected to be the NBA’s worst team in 2025-26 per ESPN model

The 2025-26 NBA season projections are coming in, and we’re starting to see how good (or not so good) teams will be this fall and winter. For the Washington Wizards, there isn’t much hope that they will win more than 20 games this season.

C.J. McCollum News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

CJ McCollum Gives Wizards Organization Major Praise

In the world we live in today, we may start a job and know in the beginning that the job won't be long-term. We can think of those jobs as seasonal. However, there are times when we start a job and it turns out the job is something that you like, is beneficial and that you can see yourself staying there long-term.

Alex Sarr News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

Wizards' Alex Sarr Reveals Recovery Mindset

Washington Wizards center and 2024 second overall pick Alex Sarr was not as active during training camp as his teammates. This is due to a calf injury he suffered during EuroBasket for Team France.

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The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz

The 'Scoring leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / October 8

One NBA analyst believes the Wizards will be the league’s worst team in the Eastern Conference 2025-26

Since Michael Winger became the President of Monumental Basketball and Will Dawkins became the Washington Wizards General Manager in 2023, the team has decided to “deconstruct” or rebuild from the ground up.

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.

Brian Keefe News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

Brian Keefe's Attitude Essential for Wizards Success

As the head coach of the Washington Wizards, Brian Keefe is steadily becoming a vital piece in the franchise’s long-term rebuild. Since taking the helm,

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

How Wizards Can Bring Excitement This Season

The Washington Wizards enter this season as the youngest team in the league. They have a roster stacked with raw talent, energy and potential. But with youth often comes inexperience, inconsistency, size, and, for many franchises, low expectations.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

Wizards Should Sign Heat Guard

The Washington Wizards are in the midst of a rebuild, with a young and unproven roster in need of direction, identity, and veteran leadership. Amid this transition, the franchise should seriously consider signing former NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 8

Wizards’ Rookie Guard Won’t Stop Practicing

The Washington Wizards have spent the preseason by preaching their prioritization of competition, fully planning on letting their deep prospect room to sort out the hierarchy themselves by making their respective cases for who's willing to work the hardest on their games.

Tristan Vukcevic News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 7

Why Wizards Can Expect Big Year from Tristan Vukcevic

As the Washington Wizards continue to rebuild and evaluate young talent, one name many people should keep a close eye on this season is Tristan Vukcevic.

Brian Keefe News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 7

New Wizards Forward Praises Brian Keefe's Coaching

As the Washington Wizards enter a new chapter of their rebuild this upcoming season, the leadership of head coach Brian Keefe is emerging as one of the franchise’s most valuable assets.

C.J. McCollum News / Hardwood Heroics / October 8

'If You Don’t Have an Escape, You’ll Go Crazy' – Washington Wizards’ Rookie Receives Sage Advice From CJ McCollum

The Washington Wizards acquired CJ McCollum as part of the Jordan Poole trade, and the 34-year-old guard is expected to be one of the team’s elder statesmen this upcoming season.

Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / October 6

The Wizards will offer replica jerseys, a plus G-Wiz and more giveaways in 2025-26

The Washington Wizards released their promotional schedule for the 2025-26 season. Here are the days where the Wizards awill host various promotions to bring more fans in the stands.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

Wizards To Add Another G-League Stud Ahead of Preseason

The Washington Wizards have dipped into the NBA alum pool in the G-League twice in the same week. First, they waived Jonathan Pierre to make room for Leaky Black, who played for the Capital City Go-Go last season.

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The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB two-rushing-TD games' quiz

The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Skal Labissiere News / Hoops Rumors / October 6

Wizards Sign Skal Labissiere, Waive Akoldah Gak

The Wizards have signed Skal Labissiere to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team announced (via Twitter). Forward Akoldah Gak was waived to make room on the training camp roster.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

The Kuzma-Poole Era Is Officially Over For Wizards: Who’s Next?

The Kyle Kuzma–Jordan Poole era has officially ended for the Washington Wizards, with both players being traded six months apart. Kuzma was swapped for Khris Middleton and AJ Johnson, while Poole was traded alongside Saddiq Bey for CJ McCollum.

Khris Middleton News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 6

Rising Wizards Forward Taking Inspiration From Khris Middleton

To grow in life, you have to have some growing pains. Those growing pains are made to be a measuring stick to see where you are in life at that particular time.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6

How CJ McCollum has set new Wizards culture and standard for young core

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In 2023, the Washington Wizards’ new regime decided to rebuild with young talent after five straight losing seasons with a veteran core under the prior administration.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / October 5

Wizards’ Media Day Shows an Encouraging Path for the Future

For the first time in years, the Wizards have a clear developmental path for future success. During the Wizards’ media day, a clear trend appeared: the emphasis on a long-term improvement plan.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / October 5

Wizards Breakout Candidate Reveals Intriguing Comparisons

Like many rebuilding teams, the Washington Wizards have plenty of potential breakout candidates. The players at the top of the list are Alex Sarr, Cam Whitmore, and Bub Carrington.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 5

Three Things We Learned From Wizards Training Camp

The Washington Wizards have just finished training camp. They will play their first preseason game in a week against the Toronto Raptors. The theme this season is competition, as this is something General Manager Will Dawkins and players like Tre Johnson have been preaching.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / October 4

Wizards Sign Go-Go Standout Ahead Of Preseason

The Washington Wizards have made several moves over this offseason. The front office has been aggressive in making deals and signing potential pieces to help solidify their rebuilding roster.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / October 4

Wizards Remain Near Bottom of Power Rankings

Ostensibly, all media outlets have the same opinion about the Washington Wizards…and it isn’t a high one. Bleacher Report recently dropped its power rankings just a few weeks ahead of the 2024-25 season. Unsurprisingly, the reigning and defending champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, checked in at No.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / September 30

Who Will Start for the Washington Wizards?

In the third year of the Wizards’ rebuild, it is clear that improvement is needed. “Last year, a lot of stuff was given more than earned—this year, that can’t be the case, “ said Will Dawkins on Wednesday.

C.J. McCollum News / Yardbarker / September 29