Washington Wizards

Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards announced a concert series as part of their promotions for the 2023-24 NBA season.

The lineup of artists for the concert series has not been announced yet.

Local music artists can submit their music to the Wizards DMV Music Portal for a chance to have their music featured, with compensation being Wizards swag. [ more ]

New premium club, Signature Club & Lounge, announced for Washington Wizards and Capitals fans at Capital One Arena.

Club includes fine dining options in partnership with Jose Andres Group and seats in prime locations. [ more ]

Two franchise stars, Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal, were traded away from their respective teams in the 2023 offseason.

Both the Portland Trail Blazers and the Washington Wizards were fairly compensated in the trades. [ more ]

Notable small forwards to play for the Washington Wizards include John Williams, Trevor Ariza, Otto Porter, and Paul Pierce.

Duke legend Jack Marin was the fifth overall pick for the Wizards and had several standout seasons with the team. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have announced various theme games for the 2023-24 NBA season.

There is a focus on DMV natives this year, with only one heritage night announced so far. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have announced their training camp roster consisting of 21 players.

There will be competition for starting roles, rotation spots, and a spot on the final 15-man roster or a two-way contract. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have picked up the fourth-year option on coach Wes Unseld Jr.'s contract, showing their support and commitment to him.

Unseld Jr. will have the next two seasons to prove himself, but there are no immediate expectations for the team to win.

The new front office values patience and wants to fully evaluate Unseld Jr. in a rebuilding era. [ more ]

Jordan Poole is becoming a leader for the new-look Washington Wizards.

Bilal Coulibaly named Jordan Poole as a mentor and is benefitting from his guidance. [ more ]

Jordan Poole's appearance has changed since joining the Washington Wizards, with his sad expression and beard gone.

Poole is embracing his new role as a face of the franchise and looked happy during media day. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have undergone significant changes this offseason with a new front office and a revamped roster.

Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole express optimism and a sense of building something special for the upcoming season. [ more ]

Miami Heat showcased Jimmy Butler's new hairstyle

Milwaukee Bucks introduced Damian Lillard as NBA 75 member

Philadelphia 76ers missed James Harden due to holdout [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are looking to play with a faster pace in the upcoming season.

The team plans to prioritize youth, speed, and three-point shooting to make the games more exciting. [ more ]

Daniel Gafford and Landry Shamet will miss 2 to 4 weeks due to injuries.

Their absence opens up opportunities for young players to earn regular minutes and showcase their skills.

The Wizards may experiment with small-ball lineups or potentially make trades based on the performance of the replacements. [ more ]

Daniel Gafford and Landry Shamet of the Washington Wizards sustained injuries in pickup games and are expected to miss two to four weeks.

The team's new executives will oversee a rebuild after trading Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns in June.

The team will enter training camp with 21 players, many of whom are new faces. [ more ]

Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet broke his toe and will be out for 2-4 weeks.

This injury comes at an unfortunate time as training camp is starting and media day is tomorrow.

The injury provides an opportunity for Corey Kispert and Johnny Davis to get more playing time. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are undergoing a rebuilding phase

The team is focusing on holistic player development [ more ]

The Washington Wizards will hold their annual 'Meet the Team' party at the International Spy Museum.

The event will take place on Monday, Oct. 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. ET.

Dinner will be provided and fans can tour the museum at no additional charge. [ more ]

Jordan Poole will have a larger role on the Washington Wizards, playing on the ball more.

This suggests potential changes in the Wizards' offensive strategy and could lead to a trade involving Tyus Jones. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have many new faces on their roster this season

The team will have to cut two players before the season opener [ more ]

Monumental Basketball President Michael Winger and Wizards General Manager Will Dawkins prefer terms like 'restart' or 'reshuffle' instead of 'rebuild' to describe the team's current state.

Winger and Dawkins want to compete hard and create a competitive locker room, but acknowledge that winning consistently will take time and effort. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards face roster issues heading into training camp.

Media day may provide insight into which veteran player will be traded from the team. [ more ]

Andre Igoudala watched Jordan Poole's growth from rookie to star.

Poole wanted more freedom and a bigger role on the Warriors. [ more ]

The Portland Trail Blazers want to trade Damian Lillard before training camp to avoid drama.

The Toronto Raptors have emerged as a serious candidate to trade for Lillard.

The Washington Wizards could be involved as a third team to facilitate the trade. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have restructured their coaching staff with an emphasis on player development.

New hires David Vanterpool and Brian Keefe bring an overall talent upgrade to the bench. [ more ]

Bradley Beal has listed his Bethesda, Md. home for $10 million.

Beal's home features a 13,482 square foot home on 2 acres of land, 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and a heated swimming pool and basketball court. [ more ]

Natasha Cloud had a successful individual season, but was not selected for the All-WNBA Defensive team.

Head coach Eric Thibault expressed his disappointment on Twitter about Cloud's omission from the team. [ more ]

Broom & Rubinstein discuss the draft picks made by GMs Ernie Grunfeld and Tommy Sheppard for the Washington Wizards.

They plan to compare the two GMs quantitatively to determine who was the superior drafter.

They also debate whether it's fair to assess GMs using hindsight. [ more ]

Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. has confidence in the development of Corey Kispert and Deni Avdija.

The coaching staff's faith in Avdija suggests he may have a long-term future with the Wizards.

Kispert is expected to start at small forward and take a big step forward this season. [ more ]

Brittney Sykes named to WNBA All-Defensive First Team for second consecutive season

Mystics have had a player on All-Defensive team for six consecutive seasons

Sykes averaged 15.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.1 steals per game in 2023 [ more ]

The Washington Mystics had a complicated 2023 season and were swept in the playoffs.

The team needs to address their offensive inefficiency and lack of consistency. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are undergoing a rebuild and should focus on collecting assets and allowing young players to develop.

The Milwaukee Bucks and Golden State Warriors are in need of veterans' services and could be potential trade partners for the Wizards. [ more ]

Chase Audige has been signed to an exhibit-10 contract by the Wizards.

He will join the Wizards for training camp and compete for a roster spot.

The Wizards already have four players competing for the final two spots on the roster. [ more ]

Johnny Davis' stock among NBA talent evaluators has fallen significantly.

Davis struggled with confidence and assertiveness in his rookie season.

Davis may need more time to adjust and establish himself in the NBA. [ more ]

Brittney Sykes was a valuable addition to the Washington Mystics, providing both defense and consistent scoring.

Natasha Cloud showed significant growth this season and performed well in the playoffs.

Injuries to key players hurt the Mystics' chances of success this season. [ more ]

The NBA trade deadline is on Thursday, February 8th, 2023 at 3 PM EST.

The trade deadline is right after the halfway mark of the season, with most teams having played around 50 games.

The Washington Wizards have several players who could be attractive trade targets for playoff hopefuls. [ more ]

Jordan Poole is expected to average the most points per game on the Washington Wizards in the 2023-24 season.

Both Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole will struggle with efficiency but should easily average over 20 points per game. [ more ]

Washington Mystics lose to New York Liberty in overtime.

Natasha Cloud holds Sabrina Ionescu to 11 points and 4-of-11 shooting. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have undergone major changes in their front office and roster for the upcoming season.

The focus for the team is on the future and how the individual players and team performance will impact the organization long-term. [ more ]

Monumental Sports Network will officially launch tomorrow, focusing on coverage of the Washington Wizards, Mystics, and Capitals.

Monumental Sports Network should highlight high school sports and bring commentators to selected games, including football, basketball, hockey, baseball, softball, and lacrosse. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are expecting trade inquiries for shooting and a backup point guard.

Danilo Gallinari's trade value has been affected by his age and injury history.

The Dallas Mavericks could be interested in trading for Gallinari to bolster their front court. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards need to trade or cut at least two players to get their roster down to 15.

Options include trading a veteran player for a player they would waive or agreeing on a buyout with a veteran player. [ more ]

NBA games can be watched on cable, satellite, or streaming services with ESPN, ABC, TNT, and NBA TV.

Streaming services like Directv Stream, Fubo TV, YouTube TV, Hulu, and Sling offer alternative ways to watch the NBA without cable. [ more ]

The Mystics chose to return to Washington between playoff games due to the long gap between games.

The proximity of Washington to New York City by plane made it easier for the team to travel back and forth.

Practicing at home maintains players' routines and consistency. [ more ]

Tyus Jones could be a trade target for the Milwaukee Bucks

A three-team trade involving the Bucks, Wizards, and Grizzlies could work [ more ]

NBC Sports Washington has been rebranded as Monumental Sports Network.

The official launch of Monumental Sports Network will be on September 20th.

The staff is generally staying the same during the rebranding process. [ more ]

Houston Rockets are trying to trade Kevin Porter Jr. following assault charges.

Rockets looking to add multiple draft picks in exchange for Porter's contract. [ more ]

The Wizards have signed T aj Gibson to a one-year, $3.2 million deal to fill their need at center.

Washington has 17 guaranteed contracts but must cut down to 15 before the start of the season. [ more ]

Taj Gibson has signed a one-year, $3.2 million deal with the Washington Wizards.

The Wizards currently have 17 guaranteed contracts and need to trim the roster to 15 before the start of the season. [ more ]

The Washington Mystics lost Game 1 of the WNBA Playoffs to the New York Liberty with a score of 90-75.

The talent disparity between the teams became evident in the second quarter when the Liberty outshot the Mystics.

Former Mystics player Stefanie Dolson's comment about Washington not being a tough matchup proved to be accurate as the Liberty dominated the game. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have signed Dejan Vasiljevic to an Exhibit 10 contract.

An Exhibit 10 contract allows the Wizards to cut Vasiljevic without impacting their salary cap. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have re-signed Taj Gibson to add frontcourt depth and veteran experience to the team.

The signing of Gibson means the Wizards will need to trade or waive two players before the season opener.

Delon Wright, Danilo Gallinari, and Landry Shamet are the likeliest candidates to be traded. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards have signed Taj Gibson to a one-year, $3.2 million contract to strengthen their frontcourt rotation.

Gibson's experience and leadership will be valuable for the development of young players and the team's overall defense.

The Wizards needed more frontcourt options and Gibson provides a defense-first option off the bench. [ more ]

Scouts are impressed by Bilal Coulibaly's athleticism and physical tools.

Coulibaly has the potential to be a strong defender and has NBA-caliber size and athleticism. [ more ]

Indiana Pacers are interested in trading for a forward to help them reach the playoffs.

Kyle Kuzma is identified as one of the top trade targets for the Pacers.

The proposed trade involves the Pacers acquiring Kuzma and the Wizards receiving Buddy Hield, Aaron Nesmith, and a protected first-round pick. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are listening to offers on Delon Wright, Danilo Gallinari, and Landry Shamet.

Delon Wright is a potential trade target for the Houston Rockets.

A trade between the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards involving Delon Wright and Jae'Sean Tate could be a good fit. [ more ]

The Washington Mystics play the New York Liberty in the first game of a best-of-three first round playoff series.

The Liberty have added three superstars in Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Courtney Vandersloot this season.

The Liberty's offense has been accelerated by the arrivals of these superstars. They have stretched defenses and made it difficult for opponents to double players in the post. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards need to offload at least one player before the start of the season.

Delon Wright, Danilo Gallinari, and Landry Shamet are the likely candidates to be moved. [ more ]

The Washington Wizards are shifting their focus to development and culture rather than solely chasing wins and playoff seeding.

The Blazers have implemented a strategy of maximizing wins early in the season and then pivoting to increase their lottery odds if necessary.

The flattened NBA lottery odds make it feasible for teams to pursue this strategy and still have a chance at securing a high draft pick. [ more ]