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When you don’t have anything to lose, it is often easy to look at a situation in a different light. When that is the case, many tend to give 1000% effort on the task at hand.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / April 8

AJ Johnson Makes More Sense on the Wizards

Kyle Kuzma finally got his desired trade out of Washington two months ago, leading fans of the Washington Wizards to feel a range of emotions following the divorce from their go-to scorer of the rebuilding years.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / April 2

Zach Lowe impressed with forgotten Washington Wizards pick-up AJ Johnson, he was touted as ‘monster athlete’

One of the key midseason trades this season has been the Milwaukee Bucks’ addition of Kyle Kuzma. Kyle Kuzma, 29, served as the prized trade acquisition of the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Wizards' AJ Johnson Reveals All-Star Guards He Models His Game After

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Johnson recently shared the players who influence his style of play as he develops his skills in the NBA, including Oklahoma City Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / March 31

Wizards Bolster Impressive Rookie Class with AJ Johnson

With 58 losses already, the Washington Wizards are once again competing for the best possible NBA Draft Lottery odds. This marks their seventh consecutive losing season.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 31

Wizards' AJ Johnson Believes in Star Power

There is a significant difference when it comes to arrogance and confidence. Being arrogant can be defined as having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's importance or abilities.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / March 31

Nets Could Miss Cameron Johnson Against Mavericks

On Monday night, the Brooklyn Nets are set to face off against the Dallas Mavericks as they look to build on their narrow victory against the Washington Wizards just two nights prior.

Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Wizards Rookie Makes Bold ‘Superstar’ Claim

AJ Johnson had a major breakout game against the Brooklyn Nets a few days ago. Despite struggling for the first three quarters of the game, the Washington Wizards rookie erupted for 14 points in the final quarter.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 30

Wizards’ AJ Johnson touts his ‘superstar’ potential after career night

The Washington Wizards will land a star prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft if they get lucky in the lottery, but they already have a player who thinks he can be “The Guy.” Rookie guard AJ Johnson has been a walking highlight reel recently, and his 20-point game against the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday was the peak of that, for now.

NBA News / Bullets Forever / March 29

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 / 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 / Athlon Sports / March 26

Corey Kispert Had Amazing Reaction To AJ Johnson's Sick Trick Dunk

AJ Johnson is collecting highlights like it's going out of style! The Washington Wizards rookie has been balling out over the last few weeks. His athleticism and fearlessness resulted in some jaw-dropping plays in the last week or so, mostly above the rim.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

What is AJ Johnson’s Future Role on Wizards Roster?

With the last Wizards’ game for the season in just a few weeks, they have already begun giving the young guys the rope. Before the trade deadline, four players were looking to benefit the most from the influx of minutes.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 23

Wizards Have Strong Investment in AJ Johnson

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Washington Wizards News / Athlon Sports / February 13

Unlocking AJ Johnson's Potential: Key Skills the Wizards Need to Develop for Future Success

As the Washington Wizards look to build a competitive roster for the future, unlocking the potential of AJ Johnson is crucial. Johnson, a promising young

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / February 11

Nets May Regret Not Trading Cam Johnson

The Brooklyn Nets may have had one of the biggest surprises for the NBA Trade Deadline last week, opting to keep Cam Johnson despite rumors of him being shopped.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 7

Wizards Could Do What Bucks Couldn't With AJ Johnson

On a surface level, Washington Wizards guard AJ Johnson, recently acquired from the Milwaukee Bucks, appears to be a shooting guard. However, following a scouting report and conversation with NBA analyst and host of the "Locked On Bucks" podcast Camille Davis, it appears as though the Bucks were trying to develop Johnson into a point guard.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 7

Four-team Kyle Kuzma-Khris Middleton trade officially completed

The four-team trade that sends Kyle Kuzma to the Bucks and Khris Middleton to the Wizards has been formally completed, the Knicks announced in a press release (via Twitter).

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / February 6

NBA Trade Deadline: Wizards Make Deal to Acquire Rookie As Part of Larger Trade

In a move ahead of the looming trade deadline, the Washington Wizards added a fourth first-round selection from the 2024 NBA Draft. While they left draft night with Alex Sarr (No.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / February 6

Wizards Get Surprising Secret Weapon with Bucks Trade

The Wizards sent away Kyle Kuzma in exchange for Khris Middleton from the Milwaukee Bucks, but he's not the most promising player in the deal: that player is AJ Johnson.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Fastbreak on SI / February 5

Magic Johnson Shares Thoughts On Milwaukee Bucks Kyle Kuzma Trade

On Wednesday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Hornets by a score of 112-102. Before the game, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the team had landed 2020 NBA Champion Kyle Kuzma in a trade with the Washington Wizards.