Washington Wizards
Wizards’ Vesely Biggest Issue is Confidence
When asked what Washington Wizards forward Jan Vesely needed to focus on this offseason, Wizards Head Coach Randy Wittman didn’t hesitate to mention that the 6-foot-11 big man had to worry about more than... »Read More
NBA PM: Houston Rockets Set To Make History?
Can the Houston Rockets become the first team in NBA history to overcome an 0-3 deficit? ... Blake Griffin talks about his health and availability ... Bradley Beal looks back on his rookie season »Read More
Jason Collins Called Okafor Before Coming out
The Washington Wizards’ Emeka Okafor had no idea that the phone call he took from a teammate Monday morning would include a heads-up on news that would forever change sports. Okafor was one of... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition
Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More
NBA Saturday: Jabari Parker Ready for Duke
Top recruit Jabari Parker talks Duke and the NBA... Does Toronto have a shot at Phil Jackson?... Who are the other top coaching candidates for this offseason's imminent coaching carousel? »Read More
John Wall May Take Less Money to Help Roster
Among the pressing issues going into the off-season with John Wall won’t be just about his health or his ability to build on his third year with the Wizards. It’ll be center around whether... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 16th
Which NBA rookies are worth watching over the final days of this regular season? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 24
Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . . »Read More
Grading the NBA Coaches: The East
Frank Vogel, Tom Thibodeau, Erik Spoelstra and Mike Woodson all had successful seasons on the bench, all things considered. But what grades did they earn from HOOPSWORLD? »Read More
Miami HEAT Clinch League’s Best Record
Playing without four starters, the Heat defeated the Wizards 103-98 Wednesday, illustrating just how deep the Heat are. After clinching the top seed in the Eastern Conference on March 29, Miami secured home court... »Read More
NBA AM: Free Agent Market For Nick Young
Nick Young joins a talented free agency class of guards this summer. The veteran is hoping to finally land a long-term deal. »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 9th
Jonas Valanciunas and Damain Lillard were Rookies of the Month in March. Which other rookies are worth watching? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 23
Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . . »Read More
NBA AM: The Pelicans Will Have Options
New Orleans is looking at another losing season, but with so many veteran assets and another high level draft pick coming, the new Pelicans will have options this off-season... Chris Singleton talks about... »Read More
Playing Hurt Sidelined Wizards’ Beal?
Bradley Beal walks just fine even though his season is over because of a stress injury to his right fibula, and the rookie shooting guard wasn’t in too much pain to talk Friday. Looking... »Read More
Wizards’ Okafor, Ariza Not Opting-Out
The Washington Wizards fully expected that center Emeka Okafor and forward Trevor Ariza would be under contract through the 2013-14 season when they acquired them last June from the New Orleans Hornets in exchange... »Read More
Wizards Lose Bradley Beal for Season
“I just want to be healthy overall,” Bradley Beal said. Unfortunately for Beal, the promising rookie shooting guard couldn’t even survive another full game. After experiencing some discomfort in his ankle and having another... »Read More
NBA AM: Teams Investing In Diminishing Returns
There is a growing list of players whose production on the court has diminished in recent years but are still owed big money on the cap »Read More
Emeka Okafor Plans to Stay with Wizards
There’s no need for Emeka Okafor to think about it over the summer. He will be back with the Wizards for the 2013-14 season, he told CSN Washington. Okafor is due to make $14.48... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 2nd
Some good news for the Rookie Watch was the return of Andre Drummond and Bradley Beal from injury this week. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 22
After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More
Wizards Plan to Resign Martell Webster?
Sources close to the situation say that one of the Washington Wizard’s motivations in trading guard Jordan Crawford for guard Leandro Barbosa’s expiring contract — despite the fact that Barbosa was already out for the... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 26th
Will injuries shake up HOOPSWORLD's Rookie Watch in the final month of the season? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 21
The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . . »Read More
‘Frustration’ Gets Wall Ejected, Warriors Win
The Warriors caught the break of the night, perhaps, when Washington point guard John Wall was ejected midway through the third quarter. He picked up his second technical foul after taunting Golden State guard... »Read More
Martell Webster to Remain a Wizard?
Indications are that the Wizards would like to bring FA-to-be Martell Webster back next season, so I asked Webster how he felt about returning. Answer, in short: Count me in. Answer, in long: “It’s... »Read More
D’Antoni: No Explanation for Lack of Effort
In a season in which the Los Angeles Lakers have pushed the reset button seemingly a half-dozen times already, Friday’s 103-100 loss to the Washington Wizards left Lakers Head Coach Mike D’Antoni sounding like... »Read More
Wittman Hopes Wall Sustains Current Play
If he maintains his current pace for the next seven games, Wall would turn March into the best statistical month of his professional career. In 10 games this month, Wall is averaging 20.1 points, 7.7... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 19th
The rookies to watch can change as coaches get freer with playing time, but no one is catching Damian Lillard now. »Read More
Wall, Aldridge Named Players of the Week
The Washington Wizards’ John Wall and the Portland Trail Blazers’ LaMarcus Aldridge on Monday were named Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for games played Monday, March 11 through Sunday, March... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 20
The Denver Nuggets are the hottest team in the NBA, climbing to four in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 20. »Read More
NBA AM: Teams Stuck In The Basement
Some teams boast a handful of former lottery picks but remain stuck in the league’s basement. Let’s take a look at the residents »Read More
Wall Admits Not Quite in Top Game Shape
On the verge of their worst collapse of the season, the Wizards regrouped around (John) Wall, who settled down his teammates with his playmaking and scoring, posting 23 points and 10 assists to lead... »Read More
Ranking the 2012-13 NBA Shooting Guards
With the 2012-13 season nearly complete, HOOPSWORLD ranks the top shooting guards based on their play this year. »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 12th
Anthony Davis has been showing us what he can do lately, but is it too late to catch Damian Lillard for Rookie of the Year? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 19
The Miami HEAT continue to dominate. The LA Lakers step into the West's top eight & 15 overall in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 19 »Read More
Wizards’ Bradley Beal Close to Returning?
Bradley Beal waited for his teammates in the locker room after the Washington Wizards’ 87-82 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, listening to them discuss the turnover problems that led to their demise and... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 5th
The NBA rookies to watch are solidifying their spots in this year's race. Is there any room left for newcomers? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 18
The Golden State Warriors take a sizable dip in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 18 »Read More
Wizards’ Bradley Beal Suffers Ankle Injury
Left ankle uncovered and slightly swollen, Bradley Beal was still in his game uniform when he moved through the locker room on crutches immediately after the Wizards’ 90-87 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Beal... »Read More
Can John Wall Break Out of Slump?
John Wall’s sullen expressions and sour mood during his recent slump belie the fact that the Washington Wizards have been a markedly improved team since he made his debut — whether he has played... »Read More
Did John Wall Turn Around The Wizards?
The Wizards' season turned around when John Wall returned from injury in January, but was he the only reason for their improved play? »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: February 26th
After the All-Star break, which rookies are you watching. Slam Dunk champion Terrence Ross has been conspicuous by his absence. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 17
Behind LeBron James, the Miami HEAT are dominating - climbing to the top of the NBA Power Rankings through Week 17. »Read More
Crawford on Trade: ‘I think it was time’
How much was Jordan Crawford ready to leave Washington? “I think it was time,” Crawford said. “I’m looking forward to a new situation. And just to help this team win, like they’ve been winning... »Read More
Nuggets’ McGee Unsentimental in D.C. Return
Denver Nuggets center JaVale McGee had no interest in being sentimental about his return to Washington. The place McGee called home for the first 3½ seasons of his NBA career before getting dealt for... »Read More
Grading the 2013 NBA Trade Deadline Deals
One of the most uneventful trade deadlines in recent memory, J.J. Redick was the most high-profile trade acquisition while the many teams made only minor deals. »Read More
Jordan Crawford Traded To Boston?
According to multiple reports, the Boston Celtics are on the verge of a trade that will land Jordan Crawford in Celtics green. The Celtics have been looking for additional backcourt help since losing both... »Read More
Wizards May Move Jordan Crawford
If the Wizards make a trade before the deadline, reserve shooting guard Jordan Crawford is the most likely candidate to be dealt but they might not get much in return. When asked what the... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 16
Where do all 30 teams stand as they head into the NBA trade deadline? The NBA Power Rankings, 16 weeks in . . . »Read More
Wizards’ Bradley Beal On An All-Star Path?
Wizards' Bradley Beal has two Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month awards. Can he be a future All-Star? »Read More
Wizards Looking to Move Jordan Crawford?
Does your team need an explosive scorer on the cheap? It appears Wizards SG Jordan Crawford is eminently available now that Bradley Beal is in full bloom and the Wizards’ management and coaching staff are... »Read More
The Five Best ‘Rookie Game’ Performances
Ranking the best individual performances we’ve ever seen in the NBA’s “Rising Stars” Challenge… »Read More
Agent Publicly Apologizes to John Wall
Agent David Falk had many things to say about the Wizards — most of them negative — in a column written by The Post’s Mike Wise. Late Thursday afternoon, Falk issued the following statement... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: February 12th
Injuries caused another setback to a promising young rookie when Andre Drummond injured his back. Which rookie do we watch now? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 15
The Boston Celtics say, 'Don't bury us yet' as they jump up the NBA Power Rankings for Week 15 »Read More
Can Wizards Maintain Defensive Prowess?
Entering Saturday, the Wizards ranked sixth in the NBA in points allowed per game at 95.3 and fifth in opponent field goal percentage at 43.7 percent — ahead of such usual stalwarts as Miami,... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: February 5th
The NBA Rookie Watch has become watching for when rookies might return from injury. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 14
The New York Knicks are getting healthy, playing well and climbing in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 14 »Read More
Fantasy Focus: Rookie Report
HOOPSWORLD breaks down the NBA's 2012 rookie class in fantasy basketball. »Read More
Beal Not Rushing Back from Wrist Injury
About 90 minutes before the Wizards played the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, Bradley Beal was on the court, in a T-shirt and shorts, warming up as he usually does before games. He stepped to... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: January 29th
NBA rookies can be fun to watch as they emerge over the course of the season. Who is starting to be noticed this week? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 13
Flaying under the radar, the San Antonio Spurs suddenly climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with the league's best record. »Read More
Injuries, Losses Diminish John Wall Rise
The Wizards’ playoff chances were the first casualty wrought from John Wall’s left patella stress injury, with the team foundering in his absence to a 5-28 start. The second casualty – which Wall knew... »Read More
NBA Salary Now, Salary Tomorrow
Which NBA teams still have cap flexibility today? Which franchises project to have spending power over the offseason? »Read More
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