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 15, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Wizards strike gold post-Flagg blunder in Kevin O'Connor’s new NBA Mock Draft

May 31, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) celebrates after a three-point basket against the New York Knicks in the third quarter during game six of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Wizards’ bizarre NBA Finals connection continues thanks to Pacers' run

Feb 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) gestures to his team between plays against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second half at Lloyd Noble Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Wizards Pre-Draft workouts begin to take shape headlined by two SEC standouts

Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) reacts during the first half against the Connecticut Huskies at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Latest NBA Mock Draft deals blow to Wizards’ backup strategy

Mar 22, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts after a basket against the New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Ranking the Wizards’ top trade candidates ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft

Washington Wizards v Detroit Pistons

Wizards could be quietly lining up a major draft day deal

Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) and Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) fight for position in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Wizards help hometown star Kevin Durant get his wish in bold trade proposal

Mar 12, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) dribbles past Vanderbilt Commodores guard MJ Collins Jr. (2) during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Wizards’ guard decision between Tre Johnson and Jeremiah Fears comes down to this

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

The big draft question for the Wizards: Which position unlocks their future in 2025?

Mar 1, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe looks on during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Wizards eye extra draft compensation in proposed Bleacher Report trade

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’ draft gamble pays off as rookie duo adds to franchise history with NBA honors

Mar 4, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Tre Johnson (20) reacts after basket during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Wizards prioritize scoring in ESPN’s latest NBA Mock Draft after combine

Jun 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in game one of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Shaquille O'Neal exposes NBA Draft Lottery flaws the Wizards couldn’t escape

May 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) dribbles the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half during game two of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Jonathan Kuminga trade makes too much sense for Wizards after Cooper Flagg miss

Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) shoots the ball in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Bub Carrington makes it clear who he hopes the Wizards select at No. 6 overall

Dec 17, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) and forward Kon Knueppel (7) react during the second half against the George Mason Patriots at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Despite Cooper Flagg miss, Wizards remain locked on Duke star in NBA Mock Draft