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Washington Wizards select Tre Johnson and Will Riley in 2025 NBA Draft

June 26, 2025 9:17am EDT

The Washington Wizards just got a little younger with 19-year-olds Tre Johnson and Will Riley being selected during the 2025 NBA Draft.

Derik Queen ready to represent Maryland in the 2025 NBA Draft

June 25, 2025 4:12pm EDT

Derik Queen, a Baltimore native and Maryland basketball star, is looking to leave his mark in history as one of the youngest prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft.

2025 NBA Draft: What the Wizards selections may look like Wednesday night

June 25, 2025 3:45pm EDT

The Washington Wizards hold the No. 6 and 18 overall selections in the 2025 NBA Draft at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Here are a few prospects that may land in D.C.

NBA Draft: Wizards trade Poole to Pelicans, gaining McCollum and Olynyk

June 24, 2025 4:44pm EDT

Just a day before the NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards traded guard Jordan Poole to the New Orleans Pelicans. This may not feel like a major move in terms of where these teams rank compared to the rest of the league, but it does give the Wizards an absurd amount of cap space, projecting around $100 million in 2026.

Lakers sold: Buss family sells majority stake for $10B, reports say

June 18, 2025 5:06pm EDT

The Buss family has reportedly agreed to sell majority ownership of the LA Lakers, for a value of $10 billion, to Dodgers co-owner Mark Walter.

Klay Thompson's dog Rocco dies at 13

May 29, 2025 9:34pm EDT

NBA superstar Klay Thompson's beloved dog Rocco has died.

Gregg Popovich: San Antonio city council member wants airport renamed after legendary coach

May 16, 2025 12:11pm EDT

A member of the San Antonio City Council filed a formal request to rename the city's airport after legendary coach Gregg Popovich.

NBA Draft Lottery: Wizards secure sixth pick, Mavericks win top selection

May 13, 2025 10:54am EDT

The NBA Draft Lottery is set, with the Washington Wizards landing the No. 6 pick.

Alijah Arenas, son of Gilbert Arenas, seriously injured in LA car crash: reports

April 24, 2025 3:31pm EDT

Alijah Arenas, son of former NBA All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas, was seriously injured in a crash in Los Angeles early Thursday morning, according to multiple reports.

Bill Chisholm agrees to buy Boston Celtics for record $6.1 billion

March 20, 2025 10:58am EDT

The $6.1 billion sale of the Boston Celtics marks the largest purchase for a sports team in the U.S.

Washington Wizards fans enjoy the most affordable beer in the NBA: study

February 26, 2025 3:37pm EST

Washington Wizards fans can enjoy a pretty affordable beer at Capital One Arena without breaking the bank.

LaVar Ball has foot amputated after health scare

February 20, 2025 7:16pm EST

LaVar Ball needed to get his right foot amputated following a health scare.

Feds bust Chilean migrant gang that targeted NFL, NBA players

February 19, 2025 10:53am EST

Authorities have unsealed charges for seven Chilean migrants accused of burglarizing the homes of NFL and NBA players, including Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Joe Burrow and Luka Doncic.

NBA All-Star Weekend 2026: Inglewood's Intuit Dome to host star-studded event

February 17, 2025 10:58am EST

The Intuit Dome, home of the LA Clippers, will host the All-Star game for the first time next year.

Teen wins $100K for beating NBA star Damian Lillard in 3-point challenge

February 17, 2025 10:09am EST

“This is going to mean the world to me, it's going to help my family a lot and definitely my future," Jaren Barajas said after winning the contest.

Wizards team up with Make-A-Wish

February 11, 2025 1:29pm EST

This week of love has the Washington Wizards sharing some love with young fans! The team is working with Make-A-Wish Mid Atlantic to help grant wishes to children with critical illness in D.C., Maryland, and northern Virginia.