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The Cleveland Cavaliers are actively searching for a trade involving Max Strus as they look to create additional financial flexibility for a potential pursuit of restricted free agents Peyton Watson or Jonathan Kuminga, according to Marc Stein. Strus is entering the final season of a four-year, $62.3 million contract, making his salary one of Cleveland’s […] The post Cavaliers actively exploring Max Strus trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Suns The Suns apparently didn’t acquire Miles Bridges with the idea of making him a short-term rental. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Phoenix intends to give Bridges both a significant role and, eventually, a new contract. The expectation, though, is that the sides will wait until later to work out an extension. “Phoenix not only has […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Attractive free agents are still out there for the Wizards to grab after Russell Westbrook's retirement.
The Hornets earned a B-minus grade from Zach Kram of ESPN for Friday’s trade that sent Tre Mann to Cleveland in exchange for Dennis Schröder and cash. It was a cost-cutting move for the Cavaliers, who save roughly $6.8MM in the deal, which will provide more flexibility to re-sign James Harden and pursue other roster […]
Isaiah Stewart II is embracing a new opportunity with the Memphis Grizzlies after being surprised by his trade from the Detroit Pistons. Stewart initially believed he might end up with either the Los Angeles Lakers or Washington Wizards. Instead, Memphis emerged as his destination, and the veteran big man is pleased with the outcome. “I’m […] The post Isaiah Stewart discusses trade to Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
It’s August, which means it’s time for the annual statistical doppelgänger series. Refresher: over the next few weeks, I’ll be running Wizards players through an algorithm built atop a database of every player season from 1977-78 to present. The algorithm compares players across 14 statistical categories and determines which player seasons from NBA history are […]
Emmanuel Acho is not buying the idea that race played any role in DiJonai Carrington’s ejection. The former NFL star has responded to Carrington’s “White Privilege” post following her Flagrant 2 foul on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, arguing that the color of either player’s skin had absolutely nothing to do with the officials’ decision. […] The post “Judge For Yourself”: Ex-NFL Star Reacts to DiJonai Carrington’s “White Privilege” Claim After Her Ejection For Foul on Sophie Cunning...
The Washington Wizards are entering a pivotal offseason, determined to strengthen their roster around their centerpiece big man. After shutting down speculation of a blockbuster trade to bring LeBron James, the franchise has turned its focus toward familiar veteran talent and the possibility of a reunion is now firmly on the table. According to ESPN’s […] The post Ex-Lakers Stars on Wizards’ Radar for Anthony Davis Reunion After Failing to Team-Up With LeBron James appeared first on Essentia...
Washington Wizards’ prized rookie AJ Dybantsa might be the number one overall pick, but he is also like millions of other young people committed to the world of content creation. In the Wizards’ star’s most recent YouTube video, a hilarious moment occurred when a fan asked him whether he was going to request a trade. […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa’s hilarious response to trade request question from fan appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Preseason hoops begin in less than two months. And the Washington Wizards remain one standard contract short of the NBA limit. The Wizards currently roster 14 players on standard deals. They have roughly $11.5 million in luxury tax space and own the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception, which is valued at roughly $15 million. Plenty of […]
The Washington Wizards might be looking at a renaissance fresh off selecting the No. 1 player, AJ Dybantsa, in the 2026 NBA Draft. But there are a lot of details to iron out with his veteran teammates, including Anthony Davis, Trae Young, Khris Middleton and others. Given rumors that the Utah Jazz were in hot […] The post AJ Dybansta Responds to Wizards Trade Questions Amid Anthony Davis Extension Update appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Washington Wizards have reached an agreement with free-agent guard Alondes Williams, Chris Haynes reported Friday. Williams returns to Washington after scoring a career-high 25 points for the Wizards last season. Williams, 27, appeared in four NBA games for Washington in 2025-26, averaging 11.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 25.3 minutes per game. […] The post Wizards bring back Alondes Williams appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
After Jamir Watkins' season-ending injury, Bilal Coulibaly will be called upon to turn up his defensive prowess even more for a Wizards team that needs it.
Wizards The Wizards are bringing back guard Alondes Williams, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes, who reported that Williams has agreed to a deal with Washington. Terms weren’t disclosed, though it’s likely a non-guaranteed training camp contract. Williams, 26, spent time with the Wizards last season on a 10-day deal and made the most of […] The post NBA Moves: Wizards, Alondes Williams, Spurs, Taelon Peter, Hornets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Washington Wizards have signed Alondes Williams to an Exhibit-10 contract, sources told to Bullets Forever. Chris Haynes first reported the agreement. The deal, which doesn’t count toward Washington’s 15-man roster, allows Williams to participate in training camp with the Wizards while the team secures his G League rights. The 27-year-old has exhausted his two-way […]
The Washington Wizards have signed Alondes Williams to an Exhibit-10 contract, sources told to Bullets Forever. Chris Haynes first reported the agreement. The deal, which doesn’t count toward Washington’s 15-man roster, allows Williams to participate in training camp with the Wizards while the team secures his G League rights. The 27-year-old has exhausted his two-way […]
The Washington Wizards have released their 2026-27 preseason schedule, which features four games in October. Washington opens preseason play at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 8 at Madison Square Garden against the reigning NBA champion New York Knicks. The Wizards then return home for two contests at Capital One Arena. The first is against the Detroit […]
The Wizards and free agent guard Alondes Williams have agreed to terms on a deal, agent Daniel Hazan tells NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). Haynes doesn’t provide any specifics on the terms of the agreement, but given that Williams has no two-way eligibility left and has never been on a standard NBA contract, it […]
Anthony Davis can officially sign a contract extension with the Wizards, but don’t expect it to happen anytime soon. Despite becoming extension eligible on August 6, Washington and Davis have mutually decided to hold off on serious negotiations until after the season gets underway. Both sides are expected to revisit extension talks during the 2026-27 […] The post Why Anthony Davis Won’t Sign Contract Extension This Season appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Wizards star Anthony Davis will wait until after the first 20 games of the season to negotiate his next contract extension.
The Wizards are waiting to decide whether to extend Anthony Davis, a decision the Dallas Mavericks avoided by trading him.
Anthony Davis is now eligible to sign a contract extension with the Wizards. That doesn’t mean one is coming anytime soon. According to Josh Robbins of The Athletic, Washington and Davis are expected to wait until the regular season is underway before discussing a new deal. The approach makes sense for both sides. Davis was […] The post Anthony Davis, Wizards likely to wait on extension talks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Anthony Davis and the Washington Wizards have decided to hold off on extension talks until after the 2026-27 season starts, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Davis is eligible for a four-year, $275 million contract extension. The Wizards acquired Davis from the Dallas Mavericks last season. Davis will make $58.5 million next season. He has […]
3:27 pm: In an NBA Today appearance on Thursday (Twitter video link), ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed that Davis and the Wizards have tabled extension talks for now. According to Charania, both sides have agreed to reassess the situation around the 20-game mark of the regular season. Charania also confirmed via sources what Robbins speculated below, […]
The Washington Wizards and the NBA at large must be wary of the risk that comes with investing in Anthony Davis.