Wizards pursuing contract buyout for 11-year veteran Will Barton

The Washington Wizards are working on a contract buyout for guard/forward Will Barton, allowing him to become a free agent. Barton, 32, has made 40 appearances off the bench this season. Of course, the 11-year veteran is averaging 7.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. Plus, he’s shooting 38.7% from the field and […]

James Foglio  •  09 Feb 2023
Wizards not interested in trading three-time All-Star Bradley Beal

The Washington Wizards are not entertaining any potential deals to trade Bradley Beal. Even if the three-time All-Star demanded a trade, his existing deal would complicate the process. During the 2022 offseason, Beal signed a five-year, $251.02 million max contract extension with Washington. His deal includes a $57,128,610 player option for the 2026-27 season, 15% […]

James Foglio  •  06 Feb 2023
Spencer Dinwiddie on Wizards players: ‘They’re over there trying to get paid, not trying to play winning basketball’

Spencer Dinwiddie of the Dallas Mavericks believes Washington Wizards players care more about getting paid than winning games. The former Wizard might know a thing or two on this topic. “They’re not playing for nothing for real… it’s a showcase,” says Dinwiddie. “They’re over there trying to get paid, not trying to play winning basketball. […]

James Foglio  •  25 Jan 2023
Wizards’ Kristaps Porzingis (sprained left ankle) week-to-week

Washington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis is listed as week-to-week on the injury report due to a sprained left ankle. Porzingis, 27, sustained the injury during the third quarter of Saturday’s 138-118 win over the Orlando Magic. Through 41 starts this season, the seventh-year player is averaging 22.1 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 blocks […]

James Foglio  •  23 Jan 2023
Kyle Kuzma on remaining with Wizards: ‘It’s all about my growth’

Kyle Kuzma sees himself in a Washington Wizards uniform next season as long as he continues to see growth and improvement. Halfway through the 2022-23 season, the sixth-year forward is averaging career-high numbers. “Yeah, 100%, for sure,” Kuzma said when asked whether or not he plans to remain with Washington. “For me, it’s all about […]

James Foglio  •  17 Jan 2023
Wizards’ Vernon Carey Jr. (quad), Johnny Davis (hip) questionable against Knicks

Washington Wizards center Vernon Carey Jr. (quad) and rookie guard Johnny Davis (hip) are questionable for Friday night’s home game versus the New York Knicks. Kristaps Porzingis (ribs), Monte Morris (hamstring), and Daniel Gafford (ankle) are all listed as questionable as well. Bradley Beal (hamstring) still remains out, but the three-time All-Star was cleared to […]

James Foglio  •  13 Jan 2023
Wizards plan to re-sign Kyle Kuzma during 2023 offseason

The Washington Wizards will re-sign Kyle Kuzma during the 2023 offseason, according to sources. Washington was interested in pursuing Atlanta Hawks wing John Collins, but Kuzma’s contract is more important for logical reasons. “Washington is another team that has expressed interest in Collins,” reported Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. “But Wizards officials have stood firm […]

James Foglio  •  12 Jan 2023
Wizards’ Taj Gibson (groin) out, Bradley Beal (hamstring) questionable vs. Bucks

Washington Wizards forward Taj Gibson (left groin soreness) is out and guard Bradley Beal (left hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday night’s road game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Daniel Gafford (ankle) was also upgraded to probable for this matchup. Leading into this contest, Washington is 17-21 and ranks 10th in the Eastern Conference standings. According to […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jan 2023
Wizards’ Kristaps Porzingis: ‘I think we’re in a good rhythm now’

Washington Wizards forward Kristaps Porzingis believes his team can overcome adversity. Bradley Beal has missed the last three games due to a strained hamstring. On New Year’s Day, the Wizards won 118-95 over the Milwaukee Bucks, extending their win streak to five games. ” “I think we had the right mindset when we came out,” […]

James Foglio  •  02 Jan 2023