Washington Wizards Archives - Basketball Insiders | NBA Rumors And Basketball News Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:31:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly To Make Season Debut Against Thunder https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-bilal-coulibaly-to-make-season-debut-against-thunder/ Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:31:44 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=364494 Washington Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly has been cleared to make his 2025-26 season debut. Wizards head coach Brian Keefe said Wednesday that Coulibaly will be available for Thursday’s road game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Bilal Coulibaly Entering Third NBA Season Coulibaly was immediately traded by the Indiana Pacers after he was selected seventh overall […]

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]]> Malcolm Brogdon Announces NBA Retirement After 9 Seasons https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/malcolm-brogdon-announces-nba-retirement-after-9-seasons/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:15:19 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=363887 New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon is retiring from the NBA after nine seasons, he told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Wednesday ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. Malcolm Brogdon Had Been Considering Retirement Brogdon, who averaged 12.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in a career-low 24 games for the Washington Wizards last season, was slated […]

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]]> Wizards Sign Kadary Richmond, Alondes Williams, Waive Leaky Black, Skal Labissiere https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-sign-kadary-richmond-alondes-williams-waive-leaky-black-skal-labissiere/ Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:37:38 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=363776 The Washington Wizards have signed guards Kadary Richmond and Alondes Williams to Exhibit 10 contracts, while waiving forward Leaky Black and center Skal Labissiere, the team announced Monday on X. Kadary Richmond, Alondes Williams Join Wizards’ Preseason Roster Washington reached an agreement with Richmond following the 2025 draft in late June. The 6-foot-5 guard played […]

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]]> Wizards Sign Skal Labissiere, Waive Akoldah Gak https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-sign-skal-labissiere-waive-akoldah-gak/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:35:08 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=363545 The Washington Wizards have signed big man Skal Labissiere to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team announced Monday. In a corresponding move, forward Akoldah Gak was waived to make room on the training camp roster. Capital City Go-Go Acquired Skal Labissiere’s Rights NBA insider Chris Haynes first reported in August that Labissiere would sign with […]

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]]> Wizards Unveil Gold City Edition Uniforms For 2025-26 Season https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-unveil-gold-city-edition-uniforms-for-2025-26-season/ Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:41:42 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=362896 The Washington Wizards on Monday unveiled their new City Edition uniforms for the 2025-26 season, a black, gold, and white set that draws inspiration from the team’s alternates from 2006 to 2009. Wizards To Debut City Edition Uniforms On Nov. 16 Per Washington’s news release, the Wizards will debut the “Encore City Edition” uniforms in […]

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]]> Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly Undergoes Thumb Surgery To Repair Ligament Tear https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-bilal-coulibaly-undergoes-thumb-surgery-to-repair-ligament-tear/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 19:09:28 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=362359 Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly underwent surgery Friday in New York City to repair a ligament tear in his right thumb, the team announced on X. Bilal Coulibaly To Miss Start Of 2025-26 NBA Season Coulibaly is expected to miss the start of the 2025-26 regular season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 21-year-old sustained […]

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]]> Former NBA Player Jason Collins Undergoing Treatment For Brain Tumor https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/former-nba-player-jason-collins-undergoing-treatment-for-brain-tumor/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:58:44 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=362318 Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay player who now serves as an ambassador for the league, is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, his family announced Thursday. “Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason’s health and well-being,” Collins’ family said […]

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]]> John Wall To Join ‘NBA On Prime’ Broadcasting Team https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/john-wall-to-join-nba-on-prime-broadcasting-team/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:18:37 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=361639 After John Wall announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday, he reportedly joined Amazon Prime’s NBA broadcast team as an analyst for the 2025-26 season, according to Michael Lee of The Washington Post. Although Wall told Lee in a recent phone interview that he still felt like he has “a lot left in my […]

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]]> John Wall Retires From NBA After 11 Seasons With Wizards, Clippers, Rockets https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/john-wall-retires-from-nba-after-11-seasons-with-wizards-clippers-rockets/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:29:37 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=361586 John Wall is calling it a career after more than two years since his last appearance in an NBA game. In a video posted on social media, Wall officially announced his retirement on Tuesday after 11 seasons. John Wall Posts Emotional Farewell Video Wall, who turns 35 in September, thanked his fans, family, and teammates […]

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]]> Wizards Re-Sign Anthony Gill To One-Year Deal https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-re-sign-anthony-gill-to-one-year-deal/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:36:37 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=361223 The Washington Wizards are re-signing veteran forward Anthony Gill to a one-year contract, league sources told HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto on Thursday. Gill has spent the past five seasons with the Wizards. Wizards Waived Anthony Gill Earlier This Offseason While Washington waived Gill in late June before his $2.54 million salary for the 2025-26 season would’ve […]

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]]> Richaun Holmes To Sign Two-Year Deal With Panathinaikos https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/richaun-holmes-to-sign-two-year-deal-with-panathinaikos/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:12:13 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=361111 NBA veteran big man Richaun Holmes has agreed to a two-year deal with Panathinaikos that will make him one of the highest-paid players in Europe, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. Richaun Holmes Has Played 10 NBA Seasons Holmes, who turns 32 in October, was selected 37th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2015 NBA […]

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]]> Gilbert Arenas Arrested For Allegedly Operating Illegal Gambling Business https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/gilbert-arenas-arrested-for-allegedly-operating-illegal-gambling-business/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:04:45 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360841 Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has been arrested along with five others on a federal indictment alleging they operated an illegal gambling business. The business reportedly featured high stakes poker games played at Arenas’ Encino mansion. Arenas has been charged with one count of conspiracy to operate an illegal gambling business. He has also been […]

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]]> NBA Offseason Grades: Jazz, Wizards, Hornets, Pelicans, Nets https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/nba-offseason-grades-utah-jazz-washington-wizards-charlotte-hornets-new-orleans-pelicans-brooklyn-nets/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:42:19 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359929 This was forecast to be a wild NBA offseason and there were certainly some startling moves. Free agency isn’t the main event it used to be but some seismic trades have given this offseason the jolt we’ve come to expect. Kevin Durant, Desmond Bane and Kristaps Porzingis all have new homes. Myles Turner was the […]

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]]> Trail Blazers Add Blake Wesley After Contract Buyout With Wizards https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/trail-blazers-add-blake-wesley-after-contract-buyout-with-wizards/ Tue, 22 Jul 2025 16:07:19 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360517 The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free agent guard Blake Wesley to a one-year contract, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday. This is reportedly a fully guaranteed contract, per Sean Highkin of Rose Garden Report. Blake Wesley Likely Signed A Minimum-Salary Contract Although the financial terms of Wesley’s deal with Portland haven’t been unveiled, […]

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]]> Marcus Smart Expected To Join Lakers After Wizards Buyout https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/marcus-smart-expected-to-join-lakers-after-wizards-buyout/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 15:58:26 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360400 Veteran guard Marcus Smart is expected to join the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing a buyout with the Washington Wizards. League Insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line was first to report. The contract is reportedly worth $11 million over two years with the second year being a player option. Smart played 34 games last season, […]

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]]> Pacers Emerge As Favorites To Sign Victor Oladipo https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/pacers-emerge-as-favorites-to-sign-victor-oladipo/ Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:57:54 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360377 The Indiana Pacers are the current frontrunners to sign Victor Oladipo if he returns to the NBA, according to Bovada Sportsbook. The 33-year-old reportedly impressed coaches, team executives, and scouts during a private workout on Monday in Las Vegas. Victor Oladipo Last Played In NBA During 2023 Playoffs According to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo, multiple attendees “came […]

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]]> 4 NBA Teams Still Have ‘Plenty of Interest’ in Malcolm Brogdon https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/4-nba-teams-still-have-plenty-of-interest-in-malcolm-brogdon/ Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:05:02 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360366 Earlier this month, NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that eight teams are pursuing a potential sign-and-trade deal with the Washington Wizards for veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon. “That list includes the Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, and Los Angeles Lakers as well as the Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Sacramento Kings, and Milwaukee […]

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]]> Wizards Waive Veteran Big Man Richaun Holmes https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-waive-veteran-big-man-richaun-holmes/ Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:34:29 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360174 The Washington Wizards have waived veteran center Richaun Holmes, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. Holmes’ $13.28 million contract for next season only had a partial guarantee of $250,000. Richaun Holmes To Become An Unrestricted Free Agent In 31 games (seven starts) last season, Holmes averaged 7.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 17.2 minutes per […]

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]]> Wizards Bring Back Marvin Bagley III on One-Year Deal https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-bring-back-marvin-bagley-iii-on-one-year-deal/ Sat, 12 Jul 2025 14:16:00 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=360122 Free agent big man Marvin Bagley III has agreed to a one-year deal with the Washington Wizards, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday. The 26-year-old returns to the Wizards after playing in Washington for the 2024-25 season and then being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies at the February deadline. Marvin Bagley III Went No. 2 Overall […]

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]]> Spurs Acquire Kelly Olynyk From Wizards For Branham, Wesley, 2nd-Rounder https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/san-antonio-spurs-acquire-kelly-olynyk-from-washington-wizards-nba-trade-grades/ Wed, 09 Jul 2025 01:03:36 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359951 The San Antonio Spurs have acquired Kelly Olynyk from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley and a 2026 second-round pick. The pick will be the least favorable among the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Olynyk provides the Spurs with a solid […]

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]]> Wizards Trade Rumors: Malcolm Brogdon Linked To 8 Teams https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-trade-rumors-malcolm-brogdon-linked-to-8-teams/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:00:47 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359891 The Washington Wizards are exploring a potential sign-and-trade deal for veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon, and there are a total of eight teams reportedly interested in adding the 2022-23 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. Wizards Are Open To Sign-And-Trade Discussions For Malcolm Brogdon According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, “League sources say that the Wizards […]

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]]> Rockets Trade Cam Whitmore to Wizards for 2 Second-Round Picks https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/rockets-trade-cam-whitmore-to-wizards-for-2-second-round-picks/ Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:36:54 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359841 The Houston Rockets traded Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for two second-round picks, the team announced Sunday. Washington is sending Houston a 2026 second-round pick from the Chicago Bulls and a 2029 second-round pick from the Sacramento Kings in the deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Rockets Acquire The Draft Rights To Mojave King […]

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]]> Wizards Join 6 Teams in Pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/wizards-join-6-teams-in-pursuit-of-jonathan-kuminga/ Sat, 05 Jul 2025 12:58:09 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359816 The Washington Wizards have reportedly emerged as a new potential trade suitor for Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga. According to The Athletic’s Anthony Slater, “the Wizards entered the mix in the last 24 hours” as the team is targeting Kuminga for their rebuild. Heat, Bulls, Bucks, Nets, Kings, Pelicans, And Wizards Want Kuminga Slater […]

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]]> Sacramento Kings Are Favorites To Land Marcus Smart https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/sacramento-kings-are-favorites-to-land-marcus-smart/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:52:25 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359546 The Sacramento Kings are the frontrunners to trade for Washington Wizards veteran guard Marcus Smart in the 2025 offseason. Washington acquired Smart from the Memphis Grizzlies at last season’s trade deadline. Kings Lead Lakers As Favorites To Acquire Marcus Smart According to Bovada, the Kings have the best odds (+150) to land Smart this summer, […]

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]]> NBA Draft 2025 Live Tracker: Updates & Grades For Every Pick In Round 1 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/nba-draft-2025-live-tracker-updates-grades-for-every-pick-round-1/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 03:20:38 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=359254 The 2025 NBA Draft is here and Basketball Insiders will have you covered from start to finish of the first round. This year’s draft class has been highly touted for a couple years now, and their moment in the spotlight has arrived. The workouts are complete, as are the interviews. Now, it’s time to sit back […]

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