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 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) celebrates with forward Kyshawn George (18) during the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Wizards new-look roster is deeper than you think with a full offseason ahead

Jul 12, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (12) dribbles the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

The Wizards’ Summer League team could be the breath of fresh air fans need

Dec 30, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe looks on with Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (15) during the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Helping Malcolm Brogdon could be a win-win move for the Wizards

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

Wizards’ quiet Free Agency start reveals front office’s true feelings about the roster

Feb 25, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol (11) shoots for three during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

3 Low-risk, high-reward free agents the Wizards should consider this offseason

Mar 15, 2025; New York, NY, USA; St. John's Red Storm guard Kadary Richmond (1) brings the ball up court against the Creighton Bluejays during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Wizards quietly make underrated roster move following 2025 NBA Draft

Jan 8, 2025; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles guard Jamir Watkins (1) looks on against the Miami Hurricanes during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Wizards draft finally answer burning question fans have been dying to know

Feb 5, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) reacts after recording a triple-double in the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Wizards rebuild has separating factors others should envy

Illinois Will Riley, center, celebrates after a score against Michigan State during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Wizards' bold Will Riley pick makes up for earlier first-round botch

Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) reacts to a missed shot in the first half as the Longhorns take on the Arkansas Razorbacks at the Moody Center, Feb. 5, 2025. Arkansas won the game 78-70.

Tre Johnson selection adds another unexpected obstacle to Wizards rebuild

Jan 25, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) reacts after scoring a three point basket during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Wizards' Tre Johnson pick just made their blockbuster trade a genius move

Washington Wizards Introduce 2024 NBA Draft Picks

What to know about the Wizards before the 2025 NBA Draft: Full rumor roundup

Mar 11, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts after a three-point basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during the fourth quarter at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

CJ McCollum's future with the Wizards is already painfully obvious

Mar 15, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts after scoring a basket during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Wizards land CJ McCollum in blockbuster move ahead of NBA Draft

Mar 4, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard VJ Edgecombe (7) reacts against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

VJ Edgecombe’s viral video explains Wizards’ interest in bold trade-up

Feb 5, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Ace Bailey (4) runs up court after basket against the Illinois Fighting Illini during the first half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Wizards land potential franchise cornerstones in ESPN’s new Mock Draft