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3 players Washington Wizards must avoid in 2025 NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards finished the 2024-25 season with a 18-64 record. Washington held on to the sixth overall pick after the NBA Draft lottery and are one of seven teams with two first round picks under their control.

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How Pacers Could Help Wizards Take Next Step

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 7

Which Wizards Player Will Have Biggest Sophomore Jump?

As the Washington Wizards prepare for next season, it is appropriate to remember all the hard work the team put in this season. The roster was constructed of many young rookie players, a few veterans, and just one star player entering his prime.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / June 6

10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Washington Wizards History

The Washington Wizards are scheduled to have the sixth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Let’s take a look at the Wizards best NBA Draft picks in franchise history.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most points in Game 1 of an NBA Finals' quiz

An NBA player has scored at least 30 points in Game 1 of an NBA finals on 40 occasions since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / June 6

Wizards Rookies Looking to Make Sophomore Leap

The Washington Wizards have put themselves in a unique position heading into next season. With three picks in the upcoming draft, they look primed to make some selections to help fill out the roster.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 5

Why Warriors Are Strong Trade Partners for Wizards

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 5

Former Wizards Star Unwelcome With Current Team

Bradley Beal's 11-year run with the Washington Wizards finally came to a close two summers ago, when DC's management traded him to the Phoenix Suns. The long-awaited move signified the start of a committed rebuild, ending the relationship between their moody star and middling front office while netting enough assets to incentivize a reboot.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 5

Wizards Should Consider Adding Former Knicks Head Coach

The Washington Wizards may have to make a head coaching move soon. As the rebuild for the Wizards continues to progress, the results haven’t truly manifested yet.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 5

Wizards Should Make Offer for Rockets Wing

When opportunity comes knocking, the best thing you can do is open the door. The Washington Wizards will do well to join the list of teams calling the Houston Rockets.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Washington Wizards’ 3 best options for No. 6 pick in 2025 NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards weren’t blessed with the same lottery luck in 2025 as they were last year, but the front office can’t afford to lament over what could have been.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 4

Wizards Receive League-Low Recognition in Top 100 Player Ranking

The Washington Wizards can never hang with some of their peers when it's time to compare which team has the best players to offer. While contenders and

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 4

Wizards Could Benefit from Expected Bucks Forward Trade

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be traded, and the Washington Wizards could find themselves benefiting from this potential deal.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 4

Could Wizards Be Next Amidst NBA Uniform Renaissance?

The Washington Wizards spent years treading water in the middle of the Eastern Conference pack before finally pulling the plug on the failed experiment two years ago, diving into a rebuild that's enabled the team to reboot with fresh-faced talent.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 4

Aging Superstar Could Revitalize Wizards

As the Washington Wizards continue to rebuild their roster, they have the chance to make decisions that could be the key to them being relevant again. Every team in every sports league wants to be relevant.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 3

Former Wizards Star Pitches Ultimatum to Bucks Teammate

No one knows what's next for Giannis Antetokounmpo, not even his teammates. The longtime Milwaukee Bucks centerpiece has won multiple MVPs and a championship with the team he was drafted to, but amidst devastating injuries to co-stars and an unimpressive roster surrounding the Hall of Famer, his future in Milwaukee is as cloudy as it's ever been.

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 3

How Black Smoke Could Save Wizards in NBA Draft

The Washington Wizards are preparing for the NBA Draft and rumors abound about what they might do. The rumors could end up being black smoke, and that could help the Wizards in their plans.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 3

Wizards Fanbase Shown to be Patient with Rebuild

Patience is an admirable quality, and the patience of the Washington Wizards' fanbase may be just what this team needs to thrive. The rebuild of the Wizards is underway and is taking a bit longer than expected.

Bob Costas News / The SportsRush / June 3

Livid At Michael Jordan ‘Screwing Up’ His Iconic 1998 Finals Call, Bob Costas Lambasted Him For Playing For The Wizards

Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls career ended in the perfect way. He scored the final basket to win them their 6th and final championship in Game 6 of the Finals in 1998.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 31

Wizards Fanbase Remaining Positive Amidst Rough Patch

The New York Knicks have been one of the NBA's best stories in 2025, finally making their long-awaited return to the Eastern Conference Finals after a quarter-century gap in contention.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / May 31

Wizards Haven’t Hit 50 Wins In 46 Years And Maybe It’s Time To Do Something Exciting

If you love the Washington Wizards, you are highly likely among a very select group. And let’s face it, the Wizards undoubtedly owe their fans a reason to feel excited.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / May 28

Every Wizard Who Has Made All-Defense Since 1980

With the All-NBA Defensive Teams being announced, here are players who made an All-Defensive team with the Wizards. The Washington Wizards have a lot of defensive potential.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / May 27

Washington Wizards Continue Rebuild With Play Finisher In Latest Mock Draft

The NBA Draft is right around the corner and one of the most interesting teams to follow is the Washington Wizards who select at No. 6 in June's draft after seeing horrible NBA Draft lottery luck.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / May 26

This Wizards Guard Could Be Traded After Resurgent Season

With the NBA offseason approaching, the Wizards have found most of their core in trade rumors leading up to the NBA draft. Among those are veterans like Marcus Smart and Richaun Holmes, as well as younger pieces like Bilal Coulibaly and Corey Kispert.

Washington Wizards News / The SportsRush / May 22

Did Michael Jordan Donate His Wizards Salary? How MJ Contributed His $1M Earnings Toward a Philanthropic Cause

In 2001, Michael Jordan shocked the basketball world by announcing his return to the NBA. Instead of donning the red, white and black of the Chicago Bulls, he came back as a member of the Washington Wizards.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 15