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Mar 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA;  Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Ace Bailey (4) drives the ball around Purdue Boilermakers forward Camden Heide (23) during the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Wizards should do whatever it takes to land ideal 2025 draft target

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

Wizards expected to trade Marcus Smart — these 3 teams should be calling

The Wizards can't afford to fall into this common rebuilding trap

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

How the Wizards can imitate Indiana's rise: 3 Players to target this offseason

Marco Gacina
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Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half during game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

The Wizards have so much to learn from the soon-to-be-champion Pacers

Marco Gacina
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Apr 8, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00)  defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

It is time for Wizards to make difficult Jordan Poole decision

John Canady
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Mar 8, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard VJ Edgecombe (7) reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars during the second half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Wizards ideal draft pick is worth trading up for

John Canady
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Mar 5, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) gestures after scoring against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Lloyd Noble Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Wizards confident in their NBA Draft chances as 3 top prospect names surface

John Canady
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Apr 4, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) shoots the ball in the second half against the Utah Jazz at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Do the Wizards regret trading this NBA Finals player?

Marco Gacina
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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

Ranking the Wizards’ sophomores most likely to take a leap next season

John Canady
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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

John Canady
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Mar 13, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Marcus Smart's role with the Wizards means so much more than on-court production

Marco Gacina
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Apr 13, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) reacts after the Wizards win against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

The Wizards' attendance problem may not be a problem for long

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

3 reasons Wizards fans should be optimistic this offseason

Marco Gacina
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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

John Canady
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Apr 13, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) argues with an official against the Miami Heat during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Wizards break through with awards, yet fans have reason to be skeptical

Marco Gacina
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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

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

John Canady
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Washington Wizards v Phoenix Suns

Wizards quietly hold the key to a blockbuster Suns breakup

Dan Favale
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Kyle Kuzma

Wizards clearly fleeced the Bucks with Kyle Kuzma trade

Will Eudy
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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

John Canady
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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

John Canady
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Apr 2, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) celebrates his made basket in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Wizards' mind-blowing NBA Finals streak is guaranteed to continue this season

Marco Gacina
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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

John Canady
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May 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) and guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrate during the second half of game five against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

One of the NBA's new model franchises gives the Wizards a blueprint for rebuilding

Marco Gacina
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Washington Wizards Introduce 2024 NBA Draft Picks

Wizards GM offers encouragement to fans after NBA Draft Lottery disappointment

John Canady
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NBA Draft Lottery in Chicago

Wizards' draft debacle shows the NBA doesn't care about small-market teams

Will Eudy
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May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; Rolando Blackman of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after winning the the first pick during the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Does the Wizards' slide indicate it's time to change the draft lottery system?

Marco Gacina
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