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Thursday, November 5, 2026
Mike Thibault named to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame

On Thursday, the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame announced that Belgium women’s national basketball team head coach Mike Thibault was named to their 2027 class. Watch the video below. Thibault is...

Wizards' bench has too much talent for so little production

The Wizards aren't devoid of talent with the reserves they have, which makes the poor output against the Hawks so unacceptable.

Wizards' soaring defense is defying expectations with Trae Young starting

The Wizards have surprised the NBA with a top-10 defense despite starting Trae Young, whose defensive reputation made that outcome far from expected.

Wizards drop measuring stick game against Hawks

Call it a learning experience. An education. School. The Wizards entered last night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks having played the NBA’s easiest schedule so far. Their opponents had an average...

Anthony Davis is proving his buy-in with Wizards after extension drama

The Washington Wizards didn’t extend Anthony Davis, buy anyone questioning whether he wants to be in the nation’s capital has their answer.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Recap: Wizards plagued by familiar issues in 120-105 loss to Hawks

The Washington Wizards’ 120-105 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at Capital One Arena on Wednesday followed a script similar to the team’s first three defeats this season. The home team was outshot from...

AJ Dybantsa No Longer On Minutes Restriction

Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa has had his minutes restriction removed, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic (Twitter link). The top pick in this year’s draft suffered a sprained ankle in the team’s final...

3 stats that prove Wizards' AJ Dybantsa is already on the cusp of NBA stardom

AJ Dybantsa's NBA career is only three games old. Wizards fans are already singing his praises.

Wizards vs. Hawks Discussion

The Washington Wizards can match their best start in five seasons with a win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday at Capital One Arena. Washington has won two straight games behind stout defense,...

Adam Silver reportedly would like to see NBA games shorten to 40 minutes

The 2026-27 NBA season has started, and we’re already excited to see the Washington Wizards usher in a new era. But apparently, while the AJ Dybantsa Age is just starting, there’s a new report...

The Wizards' defense has been great and is excitingly still improving

The Washington Wizards' defense can still improve as they get healthier and their young players develop.

The Wizards are in the middle of the NBA’s power rankings

The Washington Wizards are 4-3 to start the 2026-27 NBA season, which is a great thing. And that has also helped them in the NBA Power Rankings where they are no longer simply at the bottom of the...

Wizards shouldn't hesitate to extend Anthony Davis if he keeps this up

Anthony Davis is giving the Wizards every reason to commit long-term. If he keeps playing at this level, extending him should be an easy decision.

Trae Young must embrace being off-ball threat for AJ Dybantsa to reach his ceiling

The Washington Wizards made Trae Young a long-term piece, so he needs to give up the ball to let AJ Dybantsa blossom.

Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Wizards vs. Hawks preview: Washington hosts Atlanta on Wednesday

The Washington Wizards just climbed to the top of the Southeast Division standings! This has not happened in quite awhile! They now host their Southeast Division rival, the Atlanta Hawks for a...

Wizards' AJ Dybantsa earns high praise from NBA expert after debut

AJ Dybantsa is off to a promising start, and pundits are taking note.

Wizards' Deandre Ayton isn't getting enough credit for his strong start

While much of the focus remains elsewhere, Deandre Ayton has been a steady presence for the Wizards and deserves more recognition for his play.

Wizards defense cracks down on Magic in stifling third quarter

I want to believe. The Wizards entered last night’s game at the Orlando Magic ranked 10th in defensive rating (points allowed per 100 possessions). They then put the Magic into a figurative...

AJ Dybantsa's defense is way ahead of schedule and raises Wizards ceiling

The Washington Wizards drafted AJ Dybantsa for his elite offensive potential, but the rookie is putting on a show defensively.

Anthony Davis helps Wizards get rare victory over Magic

Anthony Davis scored 27 points and grabbed nine rebounds on Monday to help the visiting Washington Wizards hold on for a 103-94 victory over the Orlan

Monday, November 2, 2026
Anthony Davis helps Wizards get rare road win over Magic

Anthony Davis had 27 points and nine rebounds on Monday to help the visiting Washington Wizards hold on for a 103-94 victory over the Orlando Magic.,K

Wizards at Magic final score: Washington wins 103-94 to go above .500

Tbe Washington Wizards defeated the Orlando Magic on Monday night, 103-94. The win pushes Washington to a 4-3 record and past .500. Anthony Davis led the Wizards with 27 points, while Kyshawn...

Wizards at Magic Discussion

The Wizards are 3-3 despite an inconsistent first six games. They’ve won two games against inferior opponents, lost two games against superior opponents and split two contests with the Charlotte...

Alex Sarr already leading the charge in Wizards' secret to success this season

The Washington Wizards' three-point defense has been great so far this season.

Injury Notes: Pacers, Strus, Clippers, Kyrie, Sarr, Beekman

The Pacers endured an injury-plagued 2025/26 season en route to 19 wins, the fewest in franchise history. The ’26/27 campaign hasn’t been much better through two weeks. Eight players are listed as...

Alex Sarr’s passing is a swing skill for the Wizards

With Trae Young in the fold, the Wizards have something they’ve long lacked: high end, whip-smart passing. As Kevin noted the other day, if Young sees a teammate open, he will hit him in the...

Anthony Davis already making AJ Dybantsa's opening chapter with Wizards easier

AJ Dybantsa's development could get a major boost from Anthony Davis. Few No. 1 picks get to learn from a talent like him so early in their careers.

Wizards strive to clamp down defensively vs. Magic

Much of the Washington Wizards' woes the last three seasons under head coach Brian Keefe can be attributed to dreadful defense.,Washington will look t

AJ Dybantsa is quickly showing Wizards he already plays like 10-year veteran

The Washington Wizards knew the rookie was special, but nobody expected AJ Dybantsa to be this polished from the jump.

Sunday, November 1, 2026
Wizards pick up team options for 2024 and 2025 first-round picks

The Washington Wizards announced Sunday they have picked up the fourth-year team options for Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington and Kyshawn George and picked up the third-year team options for Tre Johnson...

Wizards at Magic preview: Washington takes on Orlando on Monday

The Washington Wizards go on a brief one-game road trip, heading down south to Orlando, to face the Magic. After an impressive NBA Cup win over the Hornets, holding the opponent to only 79 (!)...

Wizards exercise options on five players, including former No. 2 pick Alex Sarr

Intent on keeping their young core intact, the Washington Wizards exercised rookie scale team options on five players Sunday, including Alex Sarr, the

Wizards Exercise Rookie Scale Team Options On Five Players

The Wizards have exercised their rookie scale team options for next season on five players selected in the first round of the 2024 and 2025 drafts, according to a team press release. Here are...

Wizards are quickly finding out Lakers were right about Anthony Davis' best position

The Washington Wizards have primarily played Anthony Davis at power forward, but the Lakers knew that wasn’t his best position.

Saturday, October 31, 2026
Watch AJ Dybantsa’s home debut highlights with the Wizards

The Washington Wizards won 95-79 last night against the Charlotte Hornets. AJ Dybantsa finally made his home debut in the regular season scoring 17 points and grabbing 8 rebounds on 5-of-11...

AJ Dybantsa's early returns show the rookie is bought in and standing out in his role

AJ Dybantsa's play so far this season is incredibly mature and is very exciting for the present and future of the team.

Friday, October 30, 2026
Anthony Davis leads new-look Wizards to win over anemic Hornets

Anthony Davis poured in 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as the Washington Wizards whipped the visiting Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on Friday night.,Trae

Recap: Wizards stifle Hornets for 95-79 NBA Cup win

The Wizards rode a swarming and stingy defense to overcome a slow offensive start and beat the Charlotte Hornets, 95-79 in their opening NBA Cup contest of 2026. Washington asserted themselves...

Anthony Davis trade looks like a steal for Wizards after superstar start

The Washington Wizards bought low on Anthony Davis, and the big man looks like a superstar after the first six games.

Wizards vs. Hornets Dicussion

Two days after losing their 17th straight game to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Washington Wizards return home to face the Charlotte Hornets — a team they’ve dropped five straight games to. The...

Tre Mann deserves a chance to solve the Wizards' bench playmaker woes

The Wizards need more on-ball creation and playmaking in their rotation. Tre Mann could provide a different dimension to an offense searching for answers.

Southeast Notes: Reid, Knueppel, Dybantsa, Flemings

Hornets head coach Charles Lee decided to bench starting power forward Naz Reid for the entire second half of Wednesday’s loss in Detroit, per Roderick Boone (Substack link). “Unfortunately, Naz...

Thursday, October 29, 2026
Wizards vs Hornets preview: Washington faces Charlotte in the NBA Cup group stage

A not quite fully healthy Washington Wizards squad are hosting a surprisingly strong Charlotte Hornets as they kick off the NBA Cup Group stage play on this Halloween weekend. Here’s the preview!...

After benching Naz Reid, Hornets prepare for AJ Dybantsa, Wizards

The Charlotte Hornets enter their next game following some internal drama.,New center Naz Reid was benched during Wednesday night's 97-89 setback at D

AJ Dybantsa looked like a future star in promising Wizards debut

Washington's offense looked more promising with AJ Dybantsa on the floor, but his debut also highlighted how much work remains for the Wizards' bench.

Wizards may have stumbled on Trae Young insurance with Kyshawn George

Kyshawn George looks like he's improving in the playmaking department, which could give the Washington Wizards some Trae Young insurance.

Evaluating AJ Dybantsa’s NBA debut vs. the Cavaliers

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa made an immediate impact in his NBA debut, scoring 19 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers (3-1) after missing the first four games of the season with a...

AJ Dybantsa's debuts hints he's the star Wizards thought they landed in Alex Sarr

The Washington Wizards got a star debut from AJ Dybantsa, which was the complete opposite performance than what Alex Sarr delivered in his first NBA game.

Hot start, cold finish: Wizards below .500 with loss to Cavs

For the first time this season, the Washington Wizards are below .500. At halftime, it looked like the Wizards were ready to cruise home with their third win in five games. They scored 42 points...

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Top pick Dybantsa scores 19 points in NBA debut for Wizards

AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the June draft, led the Washington Wizards with 19 points in his NBA debut on Wednesday.

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