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.

Nov 17, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (33) drives to the basket as Detroit Pistons forward Simone Fontecchio (19) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Wizards have an obvious way to maximize Kyle Kuzma's trade value

Nov 13, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) goes up to dunk while defended by San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Ranking Alex Sarr's top 3 games through the start of the season

Nov 18, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) brings the ball up court against the New York Knicks during the second quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

3 Studs, 2 Duds from Wizards matchup against Knicks (and why it's not surprising)

Nov 17, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (15) drives to the basket as Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Grading Malcolm Brogdon's Wizards debut following return from preseason injury

Nov 17, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) dribbles the ball as Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Wizards fall to Pistons as their season continues to slip away and their future nears

Oct 30, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) celebrates with Wizards guard Carlton Carrington (8) after a three point field goal against the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

3 Wizards building blocks, 2 players who should be on the trade block

Nov 8, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe gives direction during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

5 low-risk high reward deals Wizards could make before NBA Trade Deadline

Nov 4, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) brings the ball down court against the Maine Black Bears at Cameron Indoor Stadium during the second half. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Way too early mock draft: Do the Wizards have a realistic chance to land Cooper Flagg?

Nov 10, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20), guard Carlton Carrington (8) and Orlando Magic center Moritz Wagner (21) watch for the rebound during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Wizards set to open their NBA Cup journey against Hawks (and why the team should have confidence)

Nov 13, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs guard Malaki Branham (22) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Even an offensive explosion from Jordan Poole couldn’t snap Wizards losing streak

Oct 28, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) passes the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

3 Keys for the Wizards to end their losing streak against San Antonio

Nov 11, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) sets a pick for guard Jordan Poole (13) against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Wizards struggles continue in lackluster outing vs. Rockets (the struggles we all expected)

Nov 10, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) lays up during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Do the Wizards play tonight? 3 Key matchups against the Rockets

Nov 8, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) and guard Jordan Poole (13) react during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Wizards have started the season as expected (and why it’s a good thing)

Oct 28, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) shown on the court before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Wizards release new City Edition Jerseys with unique twists

Nov 8, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) drives against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

3 unexpected Wizards standout in blowout loss against Memphis