Archives for July 2022

Wizards guard Will Barton expressed excitement about playing with his new teammates next season, including 23-year-old center Daniel Gafford, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington writes. Barton and Monte Morris were recently traded to Washington after playing with Denver last season. “Big Gaff, I want to get out there with him, man,” Barton said. “I’m a guy that likes to get … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Barton, Gafford, Gibson, Barnes, Heat

The Wizards are coming off a disappointing season, but Taj Gibson believes his new team has the talent to contend for a playoff spot, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Gibson’s assessment of the roster is one of the reasons he made the decision to join the Wizards after being waived by the Knicks. “I’ve seen they have a young and talented team,” Gibson said. “It’s a … [Read more...] about Wizards Notes: Gibson, Brogdon, Hachimura, Kispert

Strong showings by Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker in the Las Vegas Summer League may have eased any concerns the Trail Blazers have about front court depth, writes Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian. Watford, who signed a two-way contract with Portland last summer and was converted to a standard deal in February, was outstanding late in the season when injuries to teammates … [Read more...] about Caldwell-Pope Was Surprised Wizards Traded Him