Washington Wizards

After years of irrelevance, Washington appears ready to hit the gas pedal. But in a competitive East, what is the ceiling for Dybantsa and the new-look Wizards?

Will Riley has potential. Will he do the work necessary to earn playing time as the Wizards seek to be competitive in 2026-27? | NBAE via Getty Images The Wizards got a fascinating prospect when they chose Will Riley 21st overall. He’s 6-9, skilled, has a funky tough-to-defend (especially if refs keep letting him use that carry elongated hesi dribble) game, and a good helping of competitive moxey. He had some good moments last season, though I was less enamored with even “the good stuff” than...

With the Lakers coming up short in their pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga, Jake Weinbach reveals how the Purple and Gold could revitalize their roster by acquiring P.J. Washington.

LOS ANGELES – After finding themselves down by 17 points late in the first half at home against the Washington Mystics, the Los Angeles Sparks rallied back in the second half to come away with an 88-82 win on Friday night. Helping lead the way as she done for most of this season, Rae Burrell scored 12 of her 15 points in the fourth quarter to seal […] The post Sparks news: Rae Burrell highlights important learning curve amid career season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - AUGUST 30: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks smiles before the game against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on August 30, 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 The Sparks will head into the FIBA World Cup break with momen...

When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz via sign-and-trade, they projected to have a solid big-man tandem with Deandre Ayton as the backup. However, L.A. then went on to trade Ayton to the Washington Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. In a move that was made to replenish […]

The Los Angeles Sparks get the win against the Washington Mystics in a win lead by a legend on the court Nneka Ogwumike

Reacting to the Washington Mystics embracing the controversial "young hoes" moniker, sports media commentator Jason Whitlock criticized off-court WNBA branding trends and modern cultural shifts.

The Washington Mystics star doesn’t necessarily see herself as a point guard, but when she’s aggressive, the assists pile up The post How Sonia Citron has succeeded as the de-facto point guard for the Washington Mystics appeared first on The IX Sports.

The Nuggets have formally waived Julian Reese, per NBA.com’s transaction log. A 6’9″ forward/center who was signed to a two-way contract, Reese was traded from Washington to Denver last week as part of the Peyton Watson deal. The Nuggets were able to acquire Reese despite being over the second tax apron because two-way contracts don’t […]

The Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Cleveland acquired Whitmore eight days ago as part of the five-team Peyton Watson deal. Reporting at the time indicated that the Cavaliers were “still working through” what to do with Whitmore, which suggested he […]

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 28: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks controls the ball against Shakira Austin #0 and Lauren Betts #51 of the Washington Mystics during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on August 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images After Georgia Amoore’s career night propelled her squad to a 94-84 win in Phoenix on Thursday, the Washington Mystics returned Friday night for a road tilt against the Los Angeles Spa...

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 28: Betnijah Laney-Hamilton #4 and Head Coach Sydney Johnson of the Washington Mystics high five during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 28, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. 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 Juan Ocampo/N...

Kahleah Copper. | Getty Images KFC has been cooking. This season, Kahleah “Freaking” Copper has six 30-pieces, with the latest coming on Thursday night, when, a night before her 32nd birthday, she scored a sizzling 35 points. Yet, it also was the the fourth time this season that one of her gun-slinging games of 30 or more points came in a loss, as the Phoenix Mercury fell to the Washington Mystics, their fourth-straight loss. Along the way, she also scored her 2,000th point in a Mercury unifo...

Trae Young says he’s ready to “Lock In” as the Wizards prepare for a new era featuring AJ Dybantsa and another recent roster shakeup. The post Wizards Star Trae Young Sends 2-Word Message With New Roster Taking Shape appeared first on HEAVY.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 19: Cam Whitmore #1 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 19, 2025 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 22: Peyton Watson #8 of the Denver Nuggets celebrates with fans after the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on January 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s been a rollercoaster of an offseason for the Cleveland...

Kendrick Perkins left the Indiana Pacers out of his Eastern Conference top 10 while ranking the Washington Wizards sixth for 2026-27.

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 27: Georgia Amoore #8 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 27, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Followin...

The France men’s basketball team defeated Slovenia, 92-67 yesterday in Paris at Accor Arena. The Washington Wizards have Bilal Coulibaly and Alex Sarr as part of the pipeline. They were not named for the roster yesterday however. Sarr is recovering from foot surgery earlier this offseason, but he should be ready to go this fall. […]