ClutchPoints Sep 10, 2019
Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard reiterates desire to keep Bradley Beal
Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard has once again reiterated his desire to keep shooting guard Bradley Beal. Sheppard told CBS Sports the Wizards have no intention of trading Beal, who is one of the best guards in the NBA. “The way that I look at this is pretty simple: If you were looking to […] The post Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard reiterates desire to keep Bradley Beal appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 10, 2019
Washington Wizards: 4 Burning questions ahead of NBA Training Camp
The Washington Wizards will enter their 2019-20 NBA season trying to figure out where it all went wrong and what can be done to fix the glaring issues they have. Their backcourt is solid with Bradley Beal and John Wall if healthy. If the front office decides not to make a trade, then the Wiz […] The post Washington Wizards: 4 Burning questions ahead of NBA Training Camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 9, 2019
Wizards’ Isaiah Thomas’ trainer knows opportunity with Washington is ‘big’ for Thomas
Washington Wizards point guard Isaiah Thomas’ trainer, Andre Brown, knows next season is a “big” one for Thomas. Thomas has a chance to revive his NBA career since he’s going to be getting a lot of minutes with the Wizards. Washington will either start Thomas or have him be the backup point guard to Ish […] The post Wizards’ Isaiah Thomas’ trainer knows opportunity with Washington is ‘big’ for Thomas appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 7, 2019
Wizards’ Isaiah Thomas believes ex-MVP Derrick Rose is a Hall of Famer ‘in my book’
Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas knows more than anyone the feeling of being looked over. After Derrick Rose’s self-deprecating declaration, he voiced out his support for the Detroit Pistons guard. He replied to a tweet regarding the former MVP’s claim that he deserves a spot in the Hall Of Fame. He reaffirmed Rose’s sentiments and […] The post Wizards’ Isaiah Thomas believes ex-MVP Derrick Rose is a Hall of Famer ‘in my book’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Candace Buckner / Washington Post Sep 6, 2019 The Wizards could learn a thing or two from the Mystics, the best team in the WNBA
For the Wizards, there are lessons to be learned from the Mystics' unselfish basketball.
Candace Buckner / Washington Post Sep 6, 2019 Despite 'knee discomfort,’ Rui Hachimura’s skipping final World Cup games is cast as precautionary
With 82-game NBA season on tap before next summer's Olympics in Tokyo, both the Wizards and Team Japan are concerned about keeping rookie healthy.
ClutchPoints Sep 6, 2019
Wizards rookie Rui Hachimura will sit out final 2 games of FIBA World Cup
Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura, who is representing Japan in the FIBA World Cup, will sit out the final two games of the international tourney. Per Jeff Zillgitt of USA TODAY Sports, Japan’s next two games have no bearing. Since Hachimura is experiencing some discomfort in his knee coupled with fatigue, he has opted to […] The post Wizards rookie Rui Hachimura will sit out final 2 games of FIBA World Cup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Candace Buckner / Washington Post Sep 5, 2019 Rui Hachimura posterized an NBA player but has a way to go in competing against the best
For the first time in his professional career, the Wizards' top draft pick faced a team filled with NBA players during Thursday's USA-Japan FIBA tournament.
ClutchPoints Sep 5, 2019
Wizards GM Tommy Shepard calls Rui Hachimura a ‘generational talent’ for Japan
Japan is the last place you’d expect a top basketball player to emerge. However, Washington Wizards GM Tommy Shepard believes that the country now has a transcendental talent in Rui Hachimura. The ninth overall pick of the 2019 Draft is currently playing for Japan in the FIBA World Cup and has a lot of expectations […] The post Wizards GM Tommy Shepard calls Rui Hachimura a ‘generational talent’ for Japan appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 4, 2019
Report: Wizards have yet to make Bradley Beal available in trade talks
The Washington Wizards have not made shooting guard Bradley Beal available in trade talks, according to Zach Lowe of ESPN. Beal currently has two years left on his contract with the Wizards. Washington has offered the All-Star guard an extension worth around $112 million. Beal has yet to inform the Wizards whether he will sign […] The post Report: Wizards have yet to make Bradley Beal available in trade talks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Inquisitr Sep 4, 2019
NBA Rumors: Dwight Howard Was A Good, But Slightly ‘Distant’ Teammate Last Season, Says Former Wizards Player
Given the rampant rumors of friction with Kobe Bryant and poor chemistry with other teammates that circulated when Dwight Howard was with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2012-13 season, all eyes are on the former All-NBA big man as he prepares for his second stint with the team. And while many remain concerned whether Howard would be able to gel with his Lakers teammates in the coming 2018-19 season, one former Washington Wizards teammate recently admitted that he didn’t have any issues with the eight-time All-Star, except for the time when he became “distant.” Speaking to TMZ Sports,...
ClutchPoints Sep 3, 2019
Wizards coach Scott Brooks says Isaiah Thomas is ‘tough as nails’ and ‘a winner’
There are two things that come to Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks’ mind when he’s asked to describe Isaiah Thomas. Brooks says Thomas is “tough as nails” and “a winner.” The Wizards signed Thomas in free agency this summer and will have him battle Ish Smith for the starting point guard spot in training […] The post Wizards coach Scott Brooks says Isaiah Thomas is ‘tough as nails’ and ‘a winner’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 3, 2019
Wizards coach Scott Brooks says Isaiah Thomas still has that ‘it factor’
Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks believes point guard Isaiah Thomas still has that “it factor.” The Wizards signed Thomas to a one-year deal in free agency this summer. The former All-Star guard will either start for Washington next season or back up Ish Smith. Thomas hasn’t been the same superstar player since suffering that […] The post Wizards coach Scott Brooks says Isaiah Thomas still has that ‘it factor’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Sep 2, 2019
Gilbert Arenas tells story about Kobe Bryant scoring 55 points on Michael Jordan’s Wizards
During a recent appearance om The No Chill Podcast, former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas recalled a story about the night that Kobe Bryant dropped 55 points in a Los Angeles Lakers win over Michael Jordan and the Washington Wizards. As most hoops fans know, Bryant looked up to His Airness quite a bit. In fact, […] The post Gilbert Arenas tells story about Kobe Bryant scoring 55 points on Michael Jordan’s Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hoops Habit Sep 2, 2019
Washington Wizards: 3 takeaways from the offseason
The Washington Wizards’ emphases on developing young players, providing opportunity for veteran mentoring and restructuring leadership are clear takeaways. As the Washington Wizards’ Oct. 23 start to the regular season approaches, it’s important to look back and reflect on the team management’s active offseason and the sweeping changes that were made. The Wizards look far different just […] Washington Wizards: 3 takeaways from the offseason - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
