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.

Feb 12, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) dribbles against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

From Wizards to new beginnings: How former players are performing with their new squads

Dec 21, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly (0) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Khris Middleton makes his intentions with the Wizards crystal clear

Feb 1, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) looks on before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

Wizards left door open for Bradley Beal return during trade deadline talks

Apr 22, 2018; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) talks with Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) against the Toronto Raptors in the second quarter in game four of the first round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Capital One Arena. The Wizards won 106-98. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

John Wall drops bombshell on the dream Big 3 he and Bradley Beal almost had in D.C.

Feb 7, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson (5) handles the ball during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

3 Wizards who have 28 games to prove they deserve a permanent roster spot

Feb 17, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) stands on the court prior to resuming play against the Virginia Cavaliers in the second half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg teases Duke return: What it means for Wizards' draft plans

Nov 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Johnny Davis (1) warms up before the game between the Washington Wizards and the LA Clippers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Wizards missed on multiple pieces that would help their rebuild by taking draft busts

Feb 14, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Team M guard Bub Carrington (8) of the Washington Wizards controls the ball during the 2025 NBA Rising Stars Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Wizards weekend roundup: Grading every Wizards' performance at All-Star weekend

Nov 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr (20) warms up before the game between the Washington Wizards and the LA Clippers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Ranking the top 3 Wizards most likely to make the All-Star Game first

Nov 26, 2018; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) celebrates with Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) against the Houston Rockets in overtime at Capital One Arena. The Wizards won 135-131 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

NBA All-Star Weekend: Ranking the Wizards last 5 All-Star players

Feb 7, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) looks on during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

NBA All-Star weekend preview: Wizards standouts and storylines to follow

Feb 12, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) celebrates with Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) after making a game-tying basket against the Indiana Pacers in the final seconds of the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Jordan Poole shines, but Wizards fall in OT after squandering 19-point lead to Pacers

Feb 7, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson (5) handles the ball during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

AJ Johnson skill the Wizards must unlock to make him part of their core

Nov 29, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts after a three point basket during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Wizards should take another page out of Thunder's playbook with Marcus Smart

Feb 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) reacts after a basket against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Wizards will always regret failing to sell high on Kyle Kuzma at 2024 deadline

Feb 8, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Tristan Vukcevic (00) looks on during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Wizards’ former second-round pick shines despite loss to Spurs