May 2018 Washington Wizards Wiretap

Wizards To Sign Ramon Sessions To 10-Day Contract

Feb 22, 2018 3:15 PM

The Washington Wizards will sign Ramon Sessions to a 10-day contract. 

Sessions appeared in 13 games with the New York Knicks before he was waived on January 13th.

The Wizards have depth issues at point guard with John Wall out with knee surgery.

Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

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John Wall, Marcin Gortat Met Privately To Clear Air

Feb 14, 2018 10:55 AM

John Wall and Marcin Gortat met privately last week to clear the air following public comments from both parties about the other.

Both players requested the sit-down, which facilitated the airing of grievances. The two still have work to do, however, to mend the relationship.

Following a win on Feb. 1st with Wall rehabbing from knee surgery, Gortat published the following Tweet:

Wall reached out to Gortat via text asking him to direct any issues to him and not via social media.

Gortat has explained that his tweet was never intended as a jab at Wall.

Wall was asked about the Tweet on SportsCenter.

"It was more just shock to hear it from him, understanding he gets the most assists from me and the most spoon-fed baskets ever."

Chris Haynes/ESPN

Tags: John Wall, Marcin Gortat, Washington Wizards, NBA

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Ty Lawson, Wizards Discussing Contract

Feb 12, 2018 5:45 PM

The Washington Wizards are considering signing Ty Lawson and discussions are ongoing.

Lawson has played for Shandong of the Chinese Basketball Association this season.

Lawson is averaging 25.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 6.6 assists in 35.9 minutes per game this season.

Lawson played for the Sacramento Kings during the 16-17 season.

The Wizards are thin at point guard with John Wall's injury.

Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

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Wizards Interested In Derrick Rose

Feb 11, 2018 10:09 AM

The Washington Wizards have interest in signing Derrick Rose following his release by the Utah Jazz.

Rose was acquired by the Jazz in a three-team trade at the deadline.

The Wizards will be without John Wall for another few weeks as he continues his rehab following knee surgery.

Rose has appeared in only 16 games this season.

The Wizards lost both Tim Frazier and Tomas Satoransky to injuries on Saturday.

Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

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Wizards Trade Shelon Mac To Hawks

Feb 8, 2018 2:54 PM

The Washington Wizards have traded Sheldon Mac to the Atlanta Hawks.

Mac will be a restricted free agent this offseason.

RealGM Staff Report

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Forbes Values Average NBA Franchise At $1.65 Billion

Feb 7, 2018 10:53 AM

The New York Knicks remain the NBA's most valuable franchise for the third straight season, according to Forbes' annual report.

The Knicks are valued at $3.6 billion, which is an increase of nine percent from 2017.

The Los Angeles Lakers rank second at $3.3 billion, an increase of 10 percent.

The Golden State Warriors, Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics round out the top-5.

The average NBA franchise is now worth a record $1.65 billion, up 22% over last year, and more than triple the figure of five years ago. 

Every NBA team is valued at $1 billion or more for the first time in league history.

“Investor interest in the NBA is enormous right now,” said Forbes’ senior editor Kurt Badenhausen, “thanks to the league’s strong current economic environment, as well as the international growth prospects, which are the best of any major U.S. sports league.”

1. Knicks: $3.6 billion (+9%)
2. Lakers: $3.3 billion (+10%)
3. Warriors: $3.1 billion (+19%)
4. Bulls: $2.6 billion (+4%)
5. Celtics: $2.5 billion (+14%)
6. Nets: $2.3 billion (+28%)
7. Rockets: $2.2 billion (+33%)
8. Clippers: $2.15 billion (+7%)
9. Mavericks: $1.9 billion (+31%)
10. Heat: $1.7 billion (+26%)
11. Spurs: $1.55 billion (+32%)
12. Raptors: $1.4 billion (+24%)
13. Kings: $1.375 billion (+28%)
14. Wizards: $1.35 billion (+35%)
15. Cavaliers: $1.325 billion (+10%)
16. Blazers: $1.3 billion (+24%)
17. Suns: $1.28 billion (+16%)
18. Thunder: $1.25 billion (+22%)
19. Magic: $1.225 billion (+33%)
20. Jazz: $1.2 billion (+32%)
21. 76ers: $1.18 billion (+48%)
22. Pacers: $1.175 billion (+34%)
23. Hawks: $1.15 billion (+30%)
24. Nuggets: $1.125 billion (+26%)
25. Pistons: $1.1 billion (+22%)
26. Bucks: $1.075 billion (+37%)
27. Wolves: $1.06 billion (+38%)
28. Hornets: $1.05 billion (+35%)
29. Grizzlies: $1.025 billion (+30%)
30. Pelicans: $1 billion (+33%)

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Wizards Seeking Marcin Gortat Trade Options

Feb 6, 2018 12:53 PM

The Washington Wizards have been engaged in trade talks on Marcin Gortat.

The Wizards are looking to improve their team while not taking on additional long-term money.

Gortat has one year and $13.5 million left on his contract.

The Wizards have expressed interest in trading for DeAndre Jordan.

Brian Windhorst/ESPN

Tags: Marcin Gortat, Washington Wizards, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Wizards Have Pursued Trade For DeAndre Jordan

Feb 6, 2018 11:04 AM

The Washington Wizards have been interested in pursuing a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers for DeAndre Jordan but have been unable to gain any traction.

Jordan is a probable free agent this offseason.

The Wizards could build a package for Jordan centered upon Marcin Gortat, Kelly Oubre and a first round pick.

Oubre is eligible for an extension this offseason and could become a restricted free agent in 2019.

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Tags: DeAndre Jordan, Los Angeles Clippers, Washington Wizards, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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