Dixon back in D.C!

Who says you can’t come home again? Juan Dixon proved that theory incorrect when the free agent guard signed a one year contract that reunited him with the Washington Wizards.

“I’m excited to return to the area and to resume my career with the Wizards,” said the Baltimore native. “I’m looking forward to the start [...]

The Wizards buck Milwaukee

Despite squandering a 15 point half-time lead, the Washington Wizards held on last night to defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-97.  
Coach Eddie Jordan pleased overall with his team’s efforts was disappointed in their inability to defend the rim during the second half. 
“I wasn’t happy with the way our bigs protected the rim,” explained Jordan. The Bucks opened [...]

Caron, one step away

The only debate that might be more hotly contested than who should become the presidential nominee for the Democratic Party is whether Caron Butler should return to action to help his team or should he shut it down for the remainder of the season.  
While it remains unclear whether Sens. Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton will [...]

The Wizards and Raptors face off

Round 4 for Wiz and Raptors
It’s been suggested that when falling off your bike it’s best to remount immediately. I’m not sure if the Washington Wizards fell off their bike in their 30 point Wednesday night loss to the Orlando Magic or the Magic knocked the Wizards off their bike. Whatever the case, the Wizards [...]

Wizards suffer a 30 point loss

Dwight Howard (12) of the Orlando Magic dunks on Andray Blatche of the Washington Wizards. Photo credit AP/Martinez Monsivais
A disappointing loss 
With about five minutes remaining in the third quarter of last night’s game against the Orlando Magic, Richard Hanks prepared for his exit. When asked if he was leaving, Hanks, a District resident, said, “I [...]

Wizards sting the Hornets

Antawn Jamison (4) shoots against Peja Stojakovic (16) of the New Orleans Hornet in a March 2 game at the Verizon Center. Photo credit Nathaniel Butler NBAE/Getty Images.
The Wizards beat Hornets again 
Like busy bees surrounding a hornet’s nest, the Washington Wizards kept buzzing and defeated the New Orleans Hornets 101-84 in a Sunday matinee. 
Ahead by a [...]

Kobe sparks victory over the Wiz

Kobe Bryant ignited Super Bowl festivites by dropping 19 points in the first quarter against the Washington Wizards. Caron Butler (3), Antawn Jamison (4), Nick Young (1) and Darius Songalia (9) look on as Bryant scores two of his game high 30 points. Photo credit Ned Dishman/Getty Images.
Lakers lead wire-to-wire
The Washington Wizards unknowingly found themselves in [...]

Wizards hit a sour note

Antawn Jamison and Carlos Boozer (5), both named as reserves in this year’s All-Star game, match up in  Friday night contest. Photo credit Ned Dishman/Getty Images
Utah jazz the Wizards

The Washington Wizards held All-Star forward Carlos Boozer to just four points. Deron Williams, deserving of an All-Star invite, was held to11 points. Despite the great defensive [...]

D.C.’s deserving duo

Antawn Jamison (l) shares a laugh with teammate Caron Butler in an AP interview.
Photo Credit AP/Jose Luis Magana 

Deserving All-Stars
 For many NBA players the hour is drawing near. As that hour moves closer the atmosphere is akin to a child waiting anxiously knowing that in what appears to be an eternity Santa will arrive, possibly baring their [...]

Wizards withstand the Raptors

Antawn Jamison scores two of his 24 points over the Toronto Raptors Chris Bosh (4) and Jarmario Moon (33). Photo credit Ned Dishman of NBAE/Getty Images 
The Wiz pull it out in O.T. 

Unbelievable!  
With just 1.2 seconds remaining in the game and the Washington Wizards leading by three, Candace Parker’s big brother Anthony sank a basket from [...]