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 18, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (15) controls the ball against New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Wizards learned exactly why Portland ended the Malcolm Brogdon experiment early

Nov 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (15) drives to the basket against the LA Clippers during the second quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Wizards could give Malcolm Brogdon one last parting gift

Jan 18, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe watches game play against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Wizards unquestionably pulled off the heist of the offseason

Mar 27, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Anthony Gill (16) looks on during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Wizards have a problem to immediately sort out after signing Anthony Gill

Mar 1, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) celebrates with forward Khris Middleton (32) during the third quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Khris Middleton's presence could hurt the Wizards rebuild more than it helps

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 could use Trail Blazers strategy to free them of their CJ McCollum problem

Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) passes the ball by Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) during the second quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Cam Whitmore's biggest downfall could hinder his success with the Wizards

Nov 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (15) handles the ball during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Wizards could use the Warriors' interest in Malcolm Brogdon to their advantage

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 front office may be focusing on the wrong changes this offseason

Mar 22, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (36) dribbles up court in front of New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Wizards will regret not taking full advantage of the Marcus Smart experiment

Oct 26, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Malaki Branham (22) controls a rebound in the first half against the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Wizards recent moves shift all eyes to which player becomes the odd man out

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

Malcolm Brogdon's next team has become crystal clear

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

Bilal Coulibaly's versatility could unlock a new level for the Wizards

Mar 27, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) looks on during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Alex Sarr’s future depends on the man in the mirror

Washington Wizards Introduce 2024 NBA Draft Picks

Wizards recent move guarantees there's more to come

2025 NBA Summer League - Brooklyn Nets v Washington Wizards

Tre Johnson will dominant Cooper Flagg in the most important category as a rookie