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Jordan Poole Made NBA History In Nets-Wizards Game

On Saturday night, the Washington Wizards played the Brooklyn Nets (at home). The Wizards lost by a score of 115-112. Jordan Poole finished the loss with 12 points, two rebounds and four assists while shooting 2/9 from the field in 21 minutes of playing time.

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Recap: Wizards fall to Nets 115-112

Brooklyn used a strong second half to top Washington The Washington Wizards lost to the Brooklyn Nets 115-112 on Saturday despite a late-game comeback led by AJ Johnson.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Wizards Veteran Drops Honest Assessment of Washington Young Players

The Washington Wizards have an intriguing group of young players on their roster. Their future core features 2024 second-overall pick Alex Sarr, fellow Frenchman Bilal Coulibaly, and 2024 first-round picks Kyshawn George and Bub Carrington.

Khris Middleton News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Khris Middleton Gets Real On Similarities Between Wizards, Bucks

Khris Middleton saw a major change in his scenery in the last few months. When he started the year, he was a part of a playoff contender with the Milwaukee Bucks, albeit with less playing time due to injury.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 29

Nets, Wizards meet with NBA draft lottery looming

The Washington Wizards hit their nadir with a 162-109 home loss to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday -- the most lopsided defeat in franchise history. Washington (16-57) now will look to regroup for a matchup against the visiting Brooklyn Nets (23-51) on Saturday night.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 29

Can 2025-26 Wizards Duplicate Success of 2024-25 Pistons?

Entering this season, the Detroit Pistons had only won a combined 31 games over the previous two years. At 42-32, they have experienced a complete turnaround and will be clinching a spot in the postseason any day now.

Justin Champagnie News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 29

Wizards' Justin Champagnie Almost Quit Pursuit of NBA Dream

Nothing in life ever seems to go your way, unfortunately. With that being said, it is wise to have a backup plan or even a backup route to take to pursue your goals in life.

Bub Carrington News / Last Word On Sports / March 29

Bub Carrington Breaks Rookie Franchise Record

Bub Carrington has had what can be described as a bittersweet start to his NBA career. On one hand, Carrington and fellow Wizards’ draftees Kyshawn George and Alex Sarr are all in prime positions to take significant steps forward in their first NBA offseason.

Khris Middleton News / Hardwood Heroics / March 29

Washington Wizards: Khris Middleton Bold Outlook on the 2025-26 Campaign Will Raise Fans’ Eyebrows

The Washington Wizards are in the middle of yet another forgettable campaign. They own the worst record in the Eastern Conference at 16-57, so they’re expected to gain a high lottery pick in this summer’s NBA Draft.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Wizards Gave Sweet Rookie-Themed Gifts For Reporters

It's about that time for the NBA. Around mid-March to April, most NBA fans and media personal have a general idea of who should be selected to the many regular season awards handed out.

Khris Middleton News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 28

Khris Middleton Makes Bold Statement About Wizards Future

When things are going wrong for you, it can be difficult to find optimism at that time. People tend to dwell on the negative and blind themselves into thinking there isn't a way out of the situation.

Washington Wizards News / Bleacher Report / March 28

Watch: Wizards fans wanted the Pacers to score

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 28

Takeaways from Wizards' Record-Breaking Loss to Pistons

Last night for the Washington Wizards was not only bad; it was record-breaking bad. The 53-point loss to the Detroit Pistons was the most lopsided loss in franchise history.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Wizards Notch Critical NBA Draft Milestone

Well, that was a depressing game for Washington Wizards fans. After a big win over the Philadelphia 76ers, they hoped to continue the momentum against the fourth-seeded Indiana Pacers.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 28

Wizards Moving on from Kyle Kuzma Was for the Best

The Washington Wizards found themselves at a crossroads when it came to Kyle Kuzma. Now that they have traded him, it appears the Wizards may have done themselves a favor.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 28

Wizards Veteran To Undergo MRI

Following their gruesome 53-point loss to Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe told reporters that Khris Middleton would undergo an MRI after leaving the game with right knee soreness, according to Monumental Sports reporter Chase Hughes.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 28

'162 Points': Caitlin Clark Reacts To Indiana Pacers High-Scoring Blowout Vs Wizards

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was among the many basketball stars reacting to the Indiana Pacers’ high-scoring game against the Washington Wizards on Thursday.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 28

Wizards’ Jordan Poole praises Alex Sarr for ‘shushing’ doubters

Washington Wizards rookie Alex Sarr was roasted by basketball fans online after shooting 9-of-47 in Summer League, including a 0-for-15 performance. However, the 19-year-old is now third in the NBA Rookie Ladder and has 19-plus points in eight of his last 13 outings.

Khris Middleton News / Hoops Rumors / March 28

Wizards star to undergo MRI on right knee

It’s unfortunate news for the three-time All-Star, who was traded to Washington last month after spending 10-plus seasons in Milwaukee.

Alex Sarr making a last-minute case for Rookie of the Year

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Kyshawn George News / The Lead / March 28

Kyshawn George Is the Perfect Role Player for the Wizards

A rebuild is only as good as the establishing pieces brought in by management. It should be common sense, but sports fans may never learn how to separate objective analysis on young talent from the blind hope that comes with fresh faces, especially when it concerns a team they already have a vested interest in.

Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / March 27

Alex Sarr making a last minute case for Rookie of the Year

Alex Sarr's rookie campaign has been a tale of two halves

Every NBA Rookie of the Year award winner

The '30 or more points per game' quiz

Jordan Poole News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 27

Will Smith dabs up Jordan Poole during Wizards-76ers

The Washington Wizards have long been eliminated from contention for a spot in the 2025 NBA Playoffs but that doesn’t mean celebrities are completely staying away from their games.

Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / March 26

Wizards sink Sixers, end five-game losing streak

Alex Sarr led the way with 24 points as the hot-shooting Washington Wizards snapped a five-game losing streak with a 119-114 road victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.

Bilal Coulibaly News / The Lead / March 26

Bilal Coulibaly a Shining Star for Wizards in Year 2

Bilal Coulibaly is likely to miss the rest of his second season with a hamstring injury. His rookie season was also cut short due to an injury. Coulibaly has had a lot of great moments this season, drawing comparisons to Kawhi Leonard all over social media, posterizing people, and playing in the Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star Weekend.