Washington Wizards

DHJ Quick Take: D’Angelo Russell Opts In With Washington as His Future Stays Unsettled D’Angelo Russell, the guard Dallas signed last offseason and then included in the Anthony Davis trade, has picked up his player option with Washington, guaranteeing his 2026-27 salary while leaving open the possibility of a trade...

DHJ Quick Take: Wizards Eye Retaining Young and Davis Young’s Projected Return: Despite declining his player option for next season to enter free agency, Trae Young is widely expected to sign a new multi-year contract to remain with the Washington Wizards. Davis Expresses Commitment: Anthony Davis has informed management of...

DHJ Quick Take: Young Opting Out to Hit Free Agency Declining the Option: Washington Wizards guard Trae Young plans to decline his $48.9 million player option for the 2026–27 season, choosing to enter unrestricted free agency this offseason. Brief, Injury-Plagued Stint: Acquired from the Atlanta Hawks in January, Young appeared...

DHJ Quick Take: Heat’s Backup Star Targets Contingency Trade Plan: If the Miami Heat fail to secure Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, the front office is prepared to pivot toward blockbuster trade pursuits for Kawhi Leonard, Trae Young or Ja Morant. Stalled Antetokounmpo Talks: While Antetokounmpo has reportedly stated his...

DHJ Quick Take: Darryn Peterson's Camp Eyes No. 1 Pick, Prefers Avoiding Utah Jazz Kansas guard Darryn Peterson does not plan to work out for the Utah Jazz, and his camp believes he has a real chance to go No. 1 to the Washington Wizards while preferring not to land...

DHJ Quick Take Wizards Land Youth: In exchange for the No. 1 overall pick, the Washington Wizards acquire Jalen Williams, Scoot Henderson, the No. 12 pick and multiple future draft selections. Thunder Get Top Pick: The Oklahoma City Thunder land the coveted No. 1 overall pick in the draft, along...

DHJ Quick Take Top Priority Giannis: The Trail Blazers are expected to be a prime suitor for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is expected to be traded this offseason. Giannis and Damian Lillard were teammates in Milwaukee and have a close relationship. Anthony Davis as Plan B: If the...

DHJ Quick Take Potential Offseason Trade: NBA insider Chris Haynes reports that Anthony Davis may be traded this offseason before even making his on-court debut for Washington, as the team weighs his future following his mid-season acquisition from Dallas. Worst Record in the NBA: The Wizards finished the 2025-26 season...

DHJ Quick Take: The Space City Fallout The Lakers’ Depth Trap: It is a staggering failure for the Rockets to be down 3-1 against a Lakers squad missing Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. While LeBron James continues to defy age, Houston’s inability to capitalize on a shorthanded opponent suggests the...

DHJ Quick Take Seeking Clarity: Anthony Davis plans to meet with Washington Wizards leadership to discuss the franchise's future direction and plan moving forward. Rough Season: The Wizards finished the 2025-26 season with the worst record in the NBA, securing only 17 wins. Contract Details: Davis, 33, has two years...