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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

Ace Bailey vs. VJ Edgecombe: Evaluating the Wizards' potential trade-up decision

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ESPN rumor may have just expedited Wizards' long-term rebuild

Wizards could use Marcus Smart to tempt title-hungry teams as NBA offseason unfolds

Wizards may have already found a team to relieve them of their Marcus Smart problem

Feb 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Former teammates Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (18) and Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) hug prior to their game at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Wizards can't repeat Kyle Kuzma mistake with Jordan Poole

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Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Wizards first call should be to this West foe if the Jordan Poole rumors are true

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Apr 6, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) controls the ball while Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Should the Wizards step in to help the Celtics escape their financial crossroads?

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Jan 12, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) defends in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Is it wishful thinking to believe the Wizards are following the Thunder’s blueprint?

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May 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) reacts to a foul called against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half during game five of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Viral trade proposal lands young Warriors guard with Wizards in bizarre scenario

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Feb 3, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) goes up for a dunk during the first half in front of New York Knicks forward Precious Achiuwa (5) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

3 low-risk, high-reward trade targets the Wizards should consider this offseason

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May 16, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau coaches against the Boston Celtics during the first quarter of game six in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

If Brian Keefe’s out, could Tom Thibodeau be in play for the Wizards?

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Oct 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman (13) shoots beside Cleveland Cavaliers forward JT Thor (15) in the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Should the Wizards take a chance on untapped potential in this former lottery pick?

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Wizards could be quietly lining up a major draft day deal

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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

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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

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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

Grade the trade: Wizards deal veteran duo for promising young forward out West

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Apr 18, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) looks on during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

NBA mock trade sends Ja Morant to Wizards: Bold move or big mistake?

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Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Grade the mock trade: Wizards send Jordan Poole packing to get another young talent

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Dec 6, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) celebrates after scoring his 50th point of the game against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Grade the mock trade: Nonsensical deal has Wizards stunningly landing Joel Embiid

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Dec 7, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) dribbles the ball as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) defend in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Has Jordan Poole became the Denver Nuggets' kryptonite?

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Mar 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) reacts in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Did the Wizards ruin their offseason plans, or are they thinking outside the box?

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Mar 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) handles the ball during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Trade value rankings: Where every Wizard stands before a pivotal offseason

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Mar 10, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The only way the Wizards should even consider trading for Kevin Durant

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Mar 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards forward Khris Middleton (32) brings the ball up court against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Khris Middleton rumor puts Wizards in line for an eventful offseason

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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

Wizards could revamp their future overnight if trade rumors prove true

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

Wizards’ worst nightmare? Cooper Flagg poised for college return if WAS lands top pick

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Feb 4, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) shoots the ball as Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) defends in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Michael Winger tried to apply valuable lesson he learned from Sam Presti to Wizards

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Jan 18, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) watches game play against the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Wizards have perfect trade candidate to repeat Deni Avdija deal this offseason

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