The Wizards Podcast
The Wizards Podcast with Greg Finberg encompasses all things Wizards basketball. Find postgame reactions, analysis on trades and signings, plus much more here!
Wizards fans show out at open practice: AJ Dybantsa and Tre Johnson praise impressive turnout
Greg breaks down the Wizards' annual open practice and the excitement that was felt at Capital One Arena. He shares how AJ Dybantsa and Tre Johnson felt about such a great fan turnout, Brian Keefe thoughts on Tristan Vukcevic's injury and more. Enjoy!
Training Camp Day 2 Recap: Anthony Davis, Kyshawn George, Brian Keefe
Greg recaps Day 2 of Wizards training camp and discusses what we learned from media sessions with Anthony Davis, Kyshawn George and Brian Keefe. Enjoy!
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Recapping an eventful Wizards Media Day: AD's contract update, Keefe's rotational outlook, AJ Dybantsa's comments and more
Greg breaks down an eventful 2026 Media Day for the Washington Wizards. He discusses Anthony Davis' comments on his future in Washington, Brian Keefe's approach to building his rotation, AJ Dybantsa saying he feels zero pressure and more from the day's interviews. Enjoy!
Wizards wing preview: George vs. Coulibaly, Dybantsa's role, who comes off the bench (?)
Greg discusses the Wizards' deep wing rotation and breaks down potential roles for each player. Who starts between Kyshawn George and Bilal Coulibaly? How does Justin Champagnie fit into the rotation? What is Will Riley's role? Greg breaks it all down. Enjoy!
Will Dawkins talks Alex Sarr's return, AD and Trae Young's motivation, expectations and more
Wizards GM Will Dawkins spoke to the media on Thursday. Greg breaks down Dawkins' comments regarding Alex Sarr's impending return, Anthony Davis and Trae Young's motivated mindset entering the season, expectations and more. Enjoy!
Wizards Position Preview: Point Guards
Greg breaks down the Wizards' point guard room and how a battle to back up Trae Young is one of the most intruiging entering training camp. He discusses Young's role as the starter, Bub Carrington vs. Tre Mann for a backup spot and how Kyshawn George or Will Riley could become the backup PG instead. Enjoy!
Wizards re-sign Anthony Gill
The Wizards have re-signed Anthony Gill to a new deal, the team announced Tuesday. Gill will return for his seventh season in Washington. Greg breaks it all down in this episode. Enjoy!
Wizards fans should be optimistic entering 2026-27 season
After three long rebuilding seasons, the Wizards enter the 2026-27 campaign ready to compete. Greg is joined by Abdullah Ayubi to discuss several reasons why Wizards fans should be excited for this season. Enjoy!
Predicting the Wizards' starting lineup, rotation and more with Ben Strober
Greg is joined by Ben Strober to discuss the Wizards' starting lineup, rotation and more. The two debate who between Kyshawn George, Bilal Coulibaly and Tre Johnson should start. They also predict who will come off the bench for Brian Keefe in what's expected to be a more competitive season for Washington. Enjoy!
The Wizards' final roster spot, positional battles and rotation questions
Greg discusses how the Wizards could fill their final roster spot and breaks down the biggest position battles to watch for as training camp nears. Enjoy!
Wizards acquire Tre Mann in trade that sends Cam Whitmore to Cavs
The Wizards acquired Tre Mann in a five-team deal that sent Cam Whitmore to the Cavaliers and Julian Reese to the Nuggets. Greg breaks it all down. Enjoy!
Wizards release 2026-27 schedule | Key dates, marquee matchups
The Wizards released their 2026-27 regular season schedule. Greg breaks down everything you need to know, including marquee matchups, key dates, national TV games and more. Enjoy!
Wizards table Anthony Davis extension talks until season | Sources: Alondes Williams inks Exhibit-10 deal
The Wizards will reportedly table extension talks with Anthony Davis until the regular season, The Athletic reported. Greg breaks down why this is the correct approach from the Wizards and discusses the team's signing of Alondes Williams to an Exhibit-10 deal. Enjoy!
Anthony Davis is eligible for a max extension. Should the Wizards give it to him? | Plus: Jamir Watkins tears ACL
On Aug. 6, Anthony Davis becomes eligible to sign a four-year, $275 million max contract extension. Should the Wizards give AD that kind of money? Greg breaks that situation down and discusses what's next for Jamir Watkins after he underwent surgery for a torn ACL. Enjoy!
Report: Wizards held talks with DeMar DeRozan
The Washington Wizards have held talks with free agent DeMar DeRozan, per ESPN's Shams Charania. Greg breaks down DeRozan's weird fit with the Wizards and whether he's a free agent they should pursue. Enjoy!
Should the Wizards give Anthony Davis a max extension? Isaac Agyekum-Harris joins to discuss!
Greg is joined by Isaac Agyekum-Harris to discuss whether the Wizards should offer Anthony Davis a maximum contract extension. They break down Davis' current deal and whether any extension, whether it's the full max or a smaller deal, would make sense for Washington. Enjoy!
Grading every Wizards offseason move with Henry Brown
Greg is joined by Henry Brown to discuss the Wizards' offseason moves. They grade the Trae Young extension, Khris Middleton and Deandre Ayton trades and more. Enjoy!
Wizards Summer League Recap | Domo joins the show!
Greg welcomes Domo (@Domo8186 on X) to the show to discuss the Wizards' Summer League, AJ Dybantsa's performance, how Tre Johnson and Will Riley fit into Washington's rotation and more. Enjoy!
Wizards shut down Dybantsa, Riley and Johnson | Wizards vs. Bulls recap
The Wizards have shut down AJ Dybantsa, Tre Johnson and Will Riley for the remainder of Las Vegas Summer League. Greg breaks down that decision and recaps the Wizards' 99-87 loss to the Chicago Bulls. Enjoy!
Will Riley scores 32 points, AJ Dybantsa adds 23 as Wizards cruise past Kings
The Washington Wizards defeated the Sacramento Kings 104-85 to improve to 2-0 at Las Vegas Summer League behind Will Riley's 32 points and AJ Dybantsa's 23. Greg breaks down Riley's hot shooting, Dybantsa's impressive defense and more. Enjoy!
AJ Dybantsa dominates in Summer League debut | Jamir Watkins, Tre Johnson impress
AJ Dybantsa scored 27 points and threw down a poster dunk as he shined in his Wizards debut. Greg breaks down his standout performance and discusses the impressive defense of Jamir Watkins, Tre Johnson's offensive game and more. Enjoy!
Wizards acquire Khris Middleton | Washington adds another capable veteran
The Washington Wizards acquired Khris Middleton and a 2033 second-round pick from the Dallas Mavericks and sent D'Angelo Russell, a 2029 second-round pick (via LAL) and a 2033 second-round pick to the Memphis Grizzlies. Greg breaks the trade down and previews Wizards Summer League action. Enjoy!
Wizards Summer League Preview | Patrick Ewing hired as assistant coach
The Washington Wizards open Summer League on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. Greg breaks down the expected roster and what to watch for in Las Vegas over the next two weeks. He also touches on the team's coaching staff changes and provides an update on Washington's NBA free agency outlook. Enjoy!
Wizards acquire Deandre Ayton
The Washington Wizards acquired Deandre Ayton for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. Greg breaks down the trade and why he thinks Ayton gives the Wizards a very capable backup center. Enjoy!
Jamir Watkins inks two-way deal | Wizards still searching for backup center in free agency
The Wizards signed Jamir Watkins to a two-way contract and waived Leaky Black. But they still haven't signed a backup center. Greg breaks down the remaining options and why the Wizards desperately need more help behind Anthony Davis and Alex Sarr. Enjoy!
Report: Wizards decline Jamir Watkins' option | Wizards hold the cards in Anthony Davis trade talks
The Washington Wizards reportedly declined the team option for Jamir Watkins. Greg breaks down why Watkins returning is still very likely and touches on why the Wizards hold all the cards in potential trade negotiations with the Golden State Warriors surrounding an Anthony Davis trade. Enjoy!
Report: Warriors interested in trading for Anthony Davis | Potential trade packages and more
The Golden State warriors are reportedly interested in trading for Wizards big man Anthony Davis to pair with LeBron James, if he signs in free agency. Greg breaks down several trade scenarios and discusses how likely this deal is. Enjoy!
Wizards Free Agency Preview | Locked On Wizards joins!
NBA free agency begins on June 30, and the Wizards have cap space to make some moves. Greg is joined by Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi of Locked On Wizards to discuss possible free-agent signings, which young players will stand out next season and more. Enjoy!
Wizards select Felix Okpara with 46th pick | Dawkins says Anthony Davis wants to be in Washington
The Washington Wizards selected Felix Okpara with the 46th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Greg breaks down his fit on this Wizards squad and discusses how his rim protection could bolster Washington's frontcourt depth. Enjoy!
Breaking down the AJ Dybantsa selection, how he fits into this crowded roster, and options for the Wizards at No. 51 and 60
Greg breaks down how AJ Dybantsa fits into this Wizards roster and offers some big man targets for the Wizards with picks No. 51 and 60 in the second round. Enjoy!
Wizards select AJ Dybantsa with No. 1 pick
The Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. After years of rebuilding, the Wizards finally have their franchise cornerstone to build around. Greg breaks down the selection and why Dybantsa immediately raises the ceiling of this Wizards team. Enjoy!
Trae Young signs four-year, $212M max extension with Wizards
Trae Young intends to sign a four-year, $212 million contract extension to return to the Washington Wizards, per ESPN. Greg breaks down the contract and shares his insight into why Washington had to offer Young the max. Enjoy!
How possible is Darryn Peterson to Washington at No. 1? Ben Standig joins the show!
Greg is joined by Ben Standig to discuss the latest surrounding the No. 1 pick. How possible is it that the Wizards select Darryn Peterson? Why is AJ Dybantsa still the favorite to go No. 1? Enjoy!
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AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson at No. 1? How good is Cameron Boozer? Nathan Grubel joins the show to discuss!
Will the Wizards select AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson at No. 1? Is there a chance Cameron Boozer makes a push for the top spot? Draft analyst Nathan Grubel of https://www.noceilingsnba.com/ joins the show to discuss!
Report: Trae Young plans to decline $48.97M player option | Still expected to re-sign with the Wizards
Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97M player option and enter free agency, per ESPN's Marc Spears. Greg breaks down what this means for the Wizards and why Young agreeing to an extension with Washington remains the likeliest outcome. Enjoy!
Trae Young trade rumors, potential sign-and-trade offers | Locked On Wizards joins the show!
Trae Young is back in trade rumors after The Stein Line reported that several teams, including the Miami Heat, have expressed interest in trading for Young. Greg brings on Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi to discuss how likely a trade is, what a sign-and-trade package would look like and more. Enjoy!
Report: Dybantsa works out for Wizards, Peterson cancels Jazz workout | Plus: Alex Sarr undergoes surgery for fractured foot
Greg breaks down the latest reporting surrounding AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson's chances at going No. 1 and discusses Alex Sarr's injury. Enjoy!
The Wizards should select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick
Greg compares AJ Dybantsa against Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer and explains why he should be the Wizards' selection with the No. 1 pick. Enjoy!
Trae Young will likely opt out and sign a contract extension with the Wizards | Here's what that deal could look like
Greg breaks down Trae Young's pending player option deadline and why he's likely to opt out and sign a contract extension to remain in Washington. He also discusses Young's comments on "The Pivot" and why his fit with the Wizards makes sense. Enjoy!
