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Wall returns to Wizards practice

The third-year point guard, shown in December, ‘looked like his old self’ in limited-contact drills on Thursday.

Ready for Blatche's return

Ready for Blatche's return

Andray Blatche will make his return to Washington with the Nets on Friday after a tumultuous seven seasons with the Wizards.

Indiana Pacers guard D.J. Augustin, left, shoots a layup in front of Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal during the second half of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 89-81. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Off the track at Indy

The Wizards fall behind by 17 in the first quarter and fall in Indianapolis for the 10th straight time.

DC Sports Bog

Morning Pixels: John Wall practices, everyone gushes

Positive John Wall pixels for everyone!”

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Stan Van Gundy: Wizards have no one to build around

If you'd like to start your New Year with fizzled Champagne and moldy cheese, check out this assessment of the Wizards' rebuild.”

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 Dan Steinberg

The Wizards are still positive

Tony Kornheiser sees no reason for positive pixels about the Wizards. Ted Leonsis seems to disagree.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Happy Holidays from the Bog

Safe travels, everyone!”

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Wizards pajama story time

Kids had milk and cookies while being read to by a 6'7" "black santa."”

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Knicks end Spurs’ streak

Knicks end Spurs’ streak

Carmelo Anthony scores 23 points as New York hands visiting San Antonio its first loss in eight games.

Barea lifts Minnesota late

Barea lifts Minnesota late

J.J. Barea scores 12 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter as the Timberwolves beat Denver.

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NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

NBA Power Rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

Top video games of 2012

The year was one of high-octane sequels, many of which focused on stronger narratives and more innovative game play.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

Best video games for kids

Ten video games and a new system that will have your thumbs twitching.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

PHOTOS | NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

PHOTOS | NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

Homegrown D.C. basketball stars

From Elgin Baylor and Dave Bing to David Robinson and Kevin Durant, the District has produced a plethora of basketball stars.

Wizards videos

NBA owners, players reach tentative deal

NBA owners, players reach tentative deal

After nearly two years of bickering, NBA players and owners are back on the same side. (Nov. 26)
Long Story Short: Houston Rockets woo Jeremy Lin

Long Story Short: Houston Rockets woo Jeremy Lin

Long Story Short: Houston Rockets woo Jeremy Lin
Post Sports Live: Does Grunfeld deserve an extension?

Post Sports Live: Does Grunfeld deserve an extension?

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld deserves a contract extension.
Post Sports Live:  Wizards hoping for luck at NBA Draft lottery

Post Sports Live: Wizards hoping for luck at NBA Draft lottery

The Washington Wizards, who are guaranteed a top-five lottery pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, have the second-best odds of winning the top selection.
Celtics' Grousbeck: Sports Media Rights 'Exploding'

Celtics' Grousbeck: Sports Media Rights 'Exploding'

Celtics' Grousbeck: Sports Media Rights 'Exploding'
Post Sports Live: Nationals endure tough stretch, Wizards renew Wittman

Post Sports Live: Nationals endure tough stretch, Wizards renew Wittman

The Washington Post’s Jason Reid, LaVar Arrington, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the Nationals’ current stretch against NL East opponents, wonder which Nationals are most deserving of All-Star consideration, weigh-in on the Randy Wittman deal for the Wizards and finally express their excitement for this weekend’s Belmont Stakes, the third leg of the Triple Crown in horse racing.
Post Sports Live: Did Randy Wittman deserve a new contract?

Post Sports Live: Did Randy Wittman deserve a new contract?

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether or not Wizards’ head coach Randy Wittman, who led the team to an 18-31 record last year in an interim status, deserved to be signed to a two-year contract extension.
Post Sports Live: What matchup do you want to see in the NBA Finals?

Post Sports Live: What matchup do you want to see in the NBA Finals?

The Post Sports Live crew is unanimous in pulling for an NBA Finals matchup that pits Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder against LeBron James and the Miami Heat.
Seattle watches as Thunder rolls into NBA Finals

Seattle watches as Thunder rolls into NBA Finals

As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to face the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals, basketball fans in Seattle have a tough choice to make. Root for the team that left town four years ago, or become Heat fans for a couple of weeks.
Post Sports Live: LeBron James on the cusp of elusive NBA title

Post Sports Live: LeBron James on the cusp of elusive NBA title

The Washington Post’s Jason Reid offers some perspective on the Heat-Thunder series and what has been a historically strong postseason run for LeBron James while Dan Steinberg laments that James gets too much respect from the referees.

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Jason Reid

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John Feinstein

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OPINION | To escape its spiral, Washington’s NBA team needs to think outside the coaching box.

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OPINION | The Wizards rid themselves of big headaches after last season, but the question remains: Will they ever get better?

Tracee Hamilton

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OPINION | Ernie Grunfeld remade the roster over past six months, but will it make a difference on the court?

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‘Faster, Higher, Stronger.’

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