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The Washington Wizards are acquiring Tre Mann, a 2027 second-rounder from the Clippers and cash for Cam Whitmore, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Wizards also are sending Julian Reese to the Nuggets, who will waive Reese off his two-way deal, according to ESPN’s report. The Athletic’s Joshua Robbins reported the following regarding the 2027 second-round […]
The Washington Wizards are acquiring Tre Mann, a 2027 second-rounder from the Clippers and cash for Cam Whitmore, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Wizards also are sending Julian Reese to the Nuggets, who will waive Reese off his two-way deal, according to ESPN’s report. The Athletic’s Joshua Robbins reported the following regarding the 2027 second-round […]
7:40 pm: The Cavs are sending Mann, the 2027 second-round pick they’re getting from the Clippers, and cash to the Wizards in exchange for wing Cam Whitmore, Charania reports (via Twitter). The Wizards will send two-way player Julian Reese to the Nuggets, who will waive the rebounding big man. The trade is expected to be completed […]
Heat The Heat are taking a look at free agent center Nick Richards, though that doesn’t necessarily mean a signing is coming. Richards has been working out in Miami alongside several Heat players, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. Jackson reports that Miami has considered adding the 28-year-old big man, but no offer […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Nick Richards, Raptors, Jakob Poeltl, Wizards appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Washington Wizards have a shot at making the playoffs this season, but they'll sabotage the Anthony Davis era if they stick with their current strategy.
Here is how the Celtics could land Anthony Davis in a blockbuster trade, sending Paul George and draft compensation to the Wizards.
The Washington Wizards are reportedly the top landing spot for DeMar DeRozan heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. DeMar DeRozan remains one of the premier free agents available on the market, with ongoing rumors linking him to the Washington Wizards in what is shaping up to be his best option for the 2026-27 NBA season. After being waived by the Sacramento Kings, he is currently an unrestricted free agent, and the Wizards are regarded as an ideal fit. “A strong case could be made that t...
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 .
The Washington Wizards have one last choice to make before training camp, but they're interested in a player they don't need.
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 .
The Washington Wizards' schedule includes advantages in terms of rest and competitiveness, which should help them reach their goals.
Russell Westbrook wasn't interested in what the Kings and Wizards had to offer.
The Washington Wizards missed out on Russell Westbrook after he decided to retire this offseason, but that doesn't mean the team's hunt for another veteran contributor has waned.
The Washington Wizards were reportedly hot on the trail of veteran guard Russell Westbrook before he announced his retirement on Wednesday.
The Washington Wizards acquired two NBA All-Stars this past season, pulling off trades for Trae Young and Anthony Davis to […]
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.
The Washington Wizards' shock offer to Russell Westbrook proves the Golden State Warriors never had a chance of trading for Anthony Davis.
When Russell Westbrook announced his retirement last week, it wasn’t because nobody wanted to sign him for the upcoming season, Marc Stein of the Stein Line writes in his latest Substack column (subscriber link). League sources tell Stein that the Wizards made a two-year offer for the 37-year-old point guard to return to Washington. Westbrook […]
Russell Westbrook had an opportunity to return to the Washington Wizards before deciding to retire from the NBA, according to Marc Stein. Washington reportedly offered the 37-year-old guard a two-year contract, but Westbrook balked at the terms and/or the role presented before choosing to end his 18-year career. Westbrook officially announced his retirement on August […] The post Russell Westbrook had Wizards offer before retiring appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Cleveland Cavaliers are actively searching for a trade involving Max Strus as they look to create additional financial flexibility for a potential pursuit of restricted free agents Peyton Watson or Jonathan Kuminga, according to Marc Stein. Strus is entering the final season of a four-year, $62.3 million contract, making his salary one of Cleveland’s […] The post Cavaliers actively exploring Max Strus trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Suns The Suns apparently didn’t acquire Miles Bridges with the idea of making him a short-term rental. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Phoenix intends to give Bridges both a significant role and, eventually, a new contract. The expectation, though, is that the sides will wait until later to work out an extension. “Phoenix not only has […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Attractive free agents are still out there for the Wizards to grab after Russell Westbrook's retirement.
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 […]
Isaiah Stewart II is embracing a new opportunity with the Memphis Grizzlies after being surprised by his trade from the Detroit Pistons. Stewart initially believed he might end up with either the Los Angeles Lakers or Washington Wizards. Instead, Memphis emerged as his destination, and the veteran big man is pleased with the outcome. “I’m […] The post Isaiah Stewart discusses trade to Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
It’s August, which means it’s time for the annual statistical doppelgänger series. Refresher: over the next few weeks, I’ll be running Wizards players through an algorithm built atop a database of every player season from 1977-78 to present. The algorithm compares players across 14 statistical categories and determines which player seasons from NBA history are […]