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Feb 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Sharife Cooper (13) looks on during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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Could Sharife Cooper Finally Blossom With the Wizards?

It’s no secret that the Washington Wizards are a breeding ground for young talent. But among the list of promising Wiz-Kids, few have...

March 9, 2026
Feb 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) takes a shot during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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Is Bilal Coulibaly Going to Take the Next Step for Wizards?

The Washington Wizards bet on Bilal Coulibaly the day they drafted him. They traded up for the seventh-overall pick, handing the Indiana Pacers...

March 2, 2026
Jan 27, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (20) reacts to a call during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Capital One Arena.
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Alex Sarr Is Already One of the Best Paint Defenders in the NBA

In his rookie season, Alex Sarr was still transitioning to the NBA. The offense didn’t come easily. The second overall pick shot just...

February 23, 2026
Feb 8, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Will Riley (27) attempts to dribble past Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis (25) Feb 8, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; during the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit:
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Washington Wizards’ Will Riley Is Worth Keeping an Eye On

The Washington Wizards aren’t short on promising young talent — rookie Will Riley has emerged as a spark plug off the bench. As...

February 16, 2026
Jan 29, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (3) looks on during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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The Wizards Are Moving On to the Next Phase of the Rebuild

The District’s out-of-left-field move shocked the NBA world, as the Wizards surfaced as a contender in the Anthony Davis sweepstakes, leaving competing teams...

February 9, 2026
Jan 6, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) stands on the court before the start of the game against the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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Anthony Davis Trade Immensely Raises Wizards’ Ceiling

The Washington Wizards acquired two star players almost a month apart each at a low cost. The most recent, Anthony Davis, is undeniably...

February 5, 2026
Jan 29, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) takes a shot over Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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Tre Johnson Is Still Flying Under the Radar

The Washington Wizards selected rookie Tre Johnson No. 6 overall in the star-studded 2025 NBA Draft. Coming out of Texas, Johnson built his...

February 2, 2026
Dec 20, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Washington Wizards Forward Marvin Bagley III (35) questions the foul call made against him in the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Smith-Imagn Images
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Marvin Bagley’s Best Basketball Is Happening Where No One Is Watching

In the fourth quarter of a loss to the Suns, Marvin Bagley boxed out his defender and followed a missed three-pointer with a...

January 26, 2026
Feb 8, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) shoots against Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
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Trae Young Can Help Bub Carrington Master the Point Guard Position

The Wizards finally have a true point guard with Trae Young, something the team has not had since Russell Westbrook. Their current starting...

January 23, 2026
Jan 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Ball Arena.
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The Wizards Need to Trade for Peyton Watson

Peyton Watson is in the midst of an incredible midseason jump. He is now the type of two-way wing that every team dreams...

January 20, 2026
Jan 10, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) celebrates after a three point basket during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Hope Coliseum.
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An Early Look at the Wizards’ 2026 Draft Options

The Wizards are likely tanking for the final time in the rebuild and will have a stacked class of prospects to choose from....

January 15, 2026
Jan 9, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Newly acquired Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (R) speaks at an introductory press conference as Wizards general manager Will Dawkins (L) listens prior to the Wizards' game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Capital One Arena.
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Trae Young Is a Washington Wizard, but What’s Next?

Will Dawkins has made his biggest move since the Bradley Beal/Chris Paul trade to open his tenure. Under pressure of competing next season,...

January 13, 2026
Dec 18, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) before a game against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center.
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Trae Young Beginning a New Chapter With the Wizards

The Washington Wizards are ringing in the new year in blockbuster fashion. On Jan. 8, Washington acquired Trae Young in exchange for CJ...

January 9, 2026
Dec 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Cam Whitmore (1) shoots the ball as Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena.
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Cam Whitmore Is at a Career Crossroads

Cam Whitmore was traded to the Wizards in the offseason for two second-round picks. Whitmore joining a new team felt like a fresh...

December 27, 2025