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Nuggets 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. Logan Struck of NBA on SI identified the three while examining Denver’s remaining offseason decisions, and Watson is easily the biggest name to watch. The restricted free […] The post NBA Notes: Nuggets, trade candidates, Wizards, Kyshawn George, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Wizards The Wizards’ pursuit of another veteran name apparently didn’t end when their efforts to land Russell Westbrook went nowhere. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Washington shifted its attention to DeMar DeRozan after failing to land Westbrook. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported last month that the Wizards were among the teams with […] The post NBA Rumors: Wizards, DeMar DeRozan, Timberwolves, Heat, Klay Thompson appeared first on Hoops Wire.

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 21 : Kyshawn George (18) of Washington Wizards in action against Ja'Kobe Walter (14) of Toronto Raptors during the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup basketball game between Washington Wizards and Toronto Raptors at the Scotiabank Arena on November 21, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mert Alper Dervis/Anadolu via Getty Images) | Anadolu via Getty Images When the Toronto Raptors released their 2026-27 schedule, they also unveiled their NBA Cup schedule and opponents. ...

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Wizards fans and fans across the country. In this week’s survey, we ask whether you think AJ Dybantsa will be the 2026-27 NBA Rookie of the Year. Vote in our survey below! Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys:

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: Republican political donor Miriam Adelson attends the inauguration of President Donald Trump at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Julia Demaree Nikhinson - Pool/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks have contacted 10-game mini-plan season-ticket holders from a year ago in hopes of retaining them for the 2026-27 season, but i...

P.J. Washington has seen his name pop up in a few trade rumors this offseason, but he told Kevin Gray of DLLS Sports he’s “super confident” he’ll still be a member of the Mavericks on opening night (YouTube link). “I’ve had long talks with (president) Masai (Ujiri), our GM (Mike Schmitz), and the whole team,” […]

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers have a full roster, there are still rumors circulating about the team eyeing potential additions via trade. One name that has been mentioned as a possibility is forward PJ Washington of the Dallas Mavericks. Washington is someone who has played with Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, being part of the […]

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The Washington Wizards were reportedly hot on the trail of veteran guard Russell Westbrook before he announced his retirement on Wednesday.

Here is a mock trade that sends Sixth Man of the Year Keldon Johnson to the Wizards while giving the Spurs two younger wings with upside.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - AUGUST 14: Holly Winterburn #77 of the Portland Fire reacts during the first quarter against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on August 14, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jack Compton/Getty Images) | Getty Images After a thrilling win in Seattle on Friday, the Portlan...

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SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS - AUGUST 15: Inductee Elena Delle Donne speaks to the audience during the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Symphony Hall on August 15, 2026 in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) | Getty Images Former Washington Mystics franchise players Elena Delle Donne and Chamique Holdsclaw were inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame yesterday. It was also a big day considering the fact that the Mystics’ two biggest superstar...

There are a lot of fresh faces on the Los Angeles Lakers this year, including Jaden Hardy, who was acquired in a trade with the Washington Wizards. Hardy has some notable connections on the Lakers as he played with Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks. Coming in as a rookie in 2022, Hardy got the […]

Los Angeles Sparks star Rae Burrell is due to receive a fine from the WNBA. This comes after her actions during their game against the Washington Mystics on Saturday at CareFirst Arena. The Sparks were holding a three-point lead with around 3:16 left in the third quarter.

Sonia Citron scored 21 points, Shakira Austin had 17 points and 11 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks 80-70 on Saturday night. Kiki Iriafen added 19 points and eight rebounds for Washington (20-14), which was coming off two straight losses at Las Vegas. Austin's layup with six minutes left in the fourth quarter gave Washington a 65-64 lead, its first advantage since it was 41-39 at halftime.

The Hornets earned a B-minus grade from Zach Kram of ESPN for Friday’s trade that sent Tre Mann to Cleveland in exchange for Dennis Schröder and cash. It was a cost-cutting move for the Cavaliers, who save roughly $6.8MM in the deal, which will provide more flexibility to re-sign James Harden and pursue other roster […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - AUGUST 15: Dearica Hamby #5 of the Los Angeles Sparks drives to the basket during the game against the Washington Mystics on August 15, 2026 at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

A’ja Wilson defends Betnijah Laney-Hamilton. | Getty Images Ahead of their Saturday night game against the Los Angeles Sparks, the Washington Mystics are 19-14, a record that is good for eighth in the WNBA standings and six games ahead of their closest competitor for the final playoff spot. For a season that started with far more questions than answers, head coach Sydney Johnson and his team have found a recipe to compete with the leagues top talents, and are now posing new, more welcome ques...

The NBA is now without one of its staples of the league as point guard Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 years in the league. Westbrook spent most of his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder, but also had stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, L.A. Clippers, Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, Denver Nuggets and […]