John Canady

John Canady

Joined: Oct 3, 2024

John Canady is a Site Expert for FanSided, where he covers the Washington Wizards at Wiz of Awes. With over four years of writing experience and a bachelor’s degree in Sports and Entertainment Management, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. John has worked with world-renowned organizations such as SportsGrid and The Sporting News, as well as received multiple accolades for achieving the highest monthly views at SportsGrid. As an avid NBA fan, he stays up to date with every game and in the know with trending news across the league. However, as a diehard Boston Celtics fan, he’ll always bleed green. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and watching horror movies with his fiance.

Mar 24, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (36) looks on during the second quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Another part of the Wizards' Marcus Smart trade has now been finalized

Apr 20, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) and forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrate against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Wizards regret in passing on All-Star in draft grows after monster playoff showing

Mar 15, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) celebrates a successful three-point score in the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Are the Nuggets banking on another ex-Wizards guard for a title run?

Apr 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) warms up before game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Kyle Kuzma trade looks genius for Wizards after nightmare playoff performance

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) dribbles the ball against the Houston Cougars during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

What’s the best-case scenario for the Wizards if they miss out on Cooper Flagg?

Mar 24, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Why Zach Lowe’s review of Alex Sarr should have Wizards fans fired up

Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Grade the mock trade: Wizards send Jordan Poole packing to get another young talent

Mar 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) handles the ball during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Impressive Bilal Coulibaly stat further proves Wizards building block status

Apr 13, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) defends Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Wizards shocking final game may ruin their shot at future star

Apr 11, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe gestures to his team against the Chicago Bulls during the first quarter at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Wizards have forgotten difference-maker returning next season

Dec 6, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) celebrates after scoring his 50th point of the game against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Grade the mock trade: Nonsensical deal has Wizards stunningly landing Joel Embiid

Apr 2, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Tristan Vukcevic (00) shoots the ball as Sacramento Kings center Jonas Valanciunas (17) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Impressive play to close the season may have earned young big man roster spot

Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

6 Vets the Wizards must cut ties with to make way for franchise-altering talent

Apr 13, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) reacts after the Wizards win against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Bub Carrington’s heroics keeps Jazz in league-worst record race, 2 Wizards shine in win

Jan 10, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) drives to the basket against Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Wizards must keep their eyes on the prize ahead of Friday's matchup against Bulls

Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) celebrates a made basket in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Kyshawn George has already locked down a key role for the Wizards