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Wizards strive to clamp down defensively vs. MagicMuch of the Washington Wizards' woes the last three seasons under head coach Brian Keefe can be attributed to dreadful defense.,Washington will look to prove that its early-season success on the defensive end isn't a fluke when it visits the Orlando Magic on Monday.,Since Keefe took over in the midd...

Wizards exercise options on five players, including former No. 2 pick Alex SarrIntent on keeping their young core intact, the Washington Wizards exercised rookie scale team options on five players Sunday, including Alex Sarr, the second overall selection in the 2024 NBA Draft.,The club will keep Sarr, along with 2024 picks guard Bub Carrington and forward Kyshawn George in the...

Anthony Davis leads new-look Wizards to win over anemic HornetsAnthony Davis poured in 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as the Washington Wizards whipped the visiting Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on Friday night.,Trae Young, who feasted at the free-throw line, racked up 21 points and 2026 No. 1 overall draft pick AJ Dybantsa, making his NBA home debut, provided 17 ...

Cavaliers add another weapon in advance of visit from Wizards

After sitting out the first two games of the season, Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Meleek Thomas is making an impact now and will be out to continue the momentum on Wednesday at home against the Washington Wizards.,Thomas, a second-round draft pick out of Arkansas, scored 16 points in 19 minutes off th...

Wizards shut down No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa for rest of Summer League

The Washington Wizards decided they had seen enough from the top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and shut down forward AJ Dybantsa for the rest of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, The Athletic reported Tuesday.,Dybantsa played two games in a Wizards uniform, averaging 25.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.0...

Wizards C Alex Sarr undergoes surgery for foot fracture

Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr underwent surgery for a fractured right foot, the team announced, and is expected to be available at the start of the 2026-27 season.,Sarr, 21, sustained the injury during an offseason workout, according to the Wizards. His surgery was performed in New York.,Sarr ...

The Six Most Fascinating LeBron James Scenarios This Offseason

LeBron James faces a pivotal offseason as questions about free agency, legacy and the GOAT debate create several intriguing possibilities for his future....

Washington Wizards Can't Afford To Repeat Their Biggest Mistake

The Wizards have a chance to reshape their future, but questions surrounding Trae Young and roster construction remain front and center....