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Paige Bueckers - Full stat line in win Bueckers produced 19 points (7-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds, two steals and one block across 36 minutes in Saturday's 93-92 win over Chicago.

Impact Bueckers got off to a slow start in this one, as she failed to score in the opening quarter and shot just 2-for-9 from the field in the first half. However, the star guard dropped 12 points on 5-of-7 shooting in the second half, helping the Wings climb back from a 17-point deficit. Bueckers finished as Dallas' second-leading scorer and paced all players in assists, dishing out at least seven dimes for a third straight game.

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Wizards announce their plans for number 1 overall pick in NBA Draft The Washington Wizards appear to have made their decision regarding the top selection in the upcoming NBA Draft. According to a report from...

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Alanna Smith - Exits early Saturday Smith won't return to Saturday's game against the Sky due to a facial injury, and she'll finish with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and two steals in five minutes.

Impact Smith sustained the facial injury in the opening quarter and won't return for the remainder of the contest. Her next opportunity to play will come Monday in Seattle. If the 29-year-old forward is forced to miss time, Maddy Siegrist and Awak Kuier could see increased playing time.

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Deni Avdija trade gives Blazers blueprint to another bold move After stealing Deni Avdija from the Wizards, the Trail Blazers could look to make their next bold trade this summer.

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Costanza Verona - Upgraded to available Saturday Verona (coach's decision) is available for Saturday's game against Chicago.

Impact Verona was originally ruled out but will now suit up and be available to play in Saturday's home matchup. The guard, inked on a developmental deal, has appeared in one game this season, totaling four points (2-2 FG) and two assists across six minutes June 9 against Minnesota.

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Costanza Verona - Won't play Saturday Verona (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Chicago.

Impact Verona will be inactive as the Wings look to preserve her eligibility as a developmental player. The guard has appeared in just one game this season, logging six minutes against Minnesota on June 9. Her next chance to suit up will come Monday against Seattle.

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Alysha Clark - Won't play Saturday Clark (leg) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Chicago, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact The severity of the issue is unclear, though Clark will miss Saturday's contest due to a left leg injury. Her next chance to play will come Monday in Seattle. The veteran forward didn't see the floor in Dallas' last game and logged just five minutes in the prior contest, so her absence shouldn't have a significant impact on the rotation.

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Alanna Smith - Cleared to play Saturday Smith (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Sky.

Impact Smith was questionable due to an illness but will ultimately suit up as the Wings look to get back in the win column. Over her past seven games, the forward is averaging 3.4 points and 2.9 rebounds in 14.1 minutes per contest, all off the bench.

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What Does D'Angelo Russell's Latest Decision Mean for the Wizards? The Washington Wizards have been much too quiet for comfort all throughout the pre-draft media cycle, with every day in which they further r...

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Anthony Davis sends Wizards one message they were not supposed to hear yet | Sporting News Anthony Davis blindsides Washington with an unexpected long-term desire to stay, completely reshaping the Wizards’ high-stakes rebuild bluep...

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Alysha Clark - Iffy for Saturday Clark (left leg) is questionable for Saturday's game against Chicago.

Impact Clark has been a fringe rotation player for Dallas this season. Across 12 appearances, she's averaging 9.2 minutes per contest.

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Alanna Smith - Iffy for Saturday Smith (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Sky.

Impact Smith is under the weather and could miss Saturday's contest, which would mark just her second absence on the year. The 29-year-old forward has averaged 3.0 points and 2.8 rebounds across 12.2 minutes per game in her last five appearances, so her absence would open up additional playing time for the likes of Awak Kuier and Maddy Siegrist, especially if Alysha Clark (leg) is also downgraded from questionable to out.

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D'Angelo Russell - Picks up option Russell picked up his $6 million team option for the 2026-27 season, Jake Fischer of BleacherReport.com reports.

Impact This was an expected move for Russell, as his market value is pretty low right now after a forgetful season. Following his trade from the Mavericks, Russell did not make any appearances for the Wizards and spent his time away from the team because a buyout was expected.

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The Wizards' Hunt for Another Lottery Pick: What's Worth Trading and Who's Worth Scouting? The Washington Wizards couldn't have asked for a better result out of last month's live NBA Draft Lottery drawing. After years of toiling aw...

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Wizards AJ Dybantsa dream inching closer to full collapse The Wizards' choice at No. 1 overall is starting to sound more uncertain by the second.

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Wizards Darryn Peterson interest could be the perfect smoke screen The Wizards' reported intrigue in Darryn Peterson is coming at an interesting time.

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Wizards Mock Draft Version 4.0 The NBA draft is just days away, and the Washington Wizards are set to be active. Not only do they have the first overall pick, but reports...

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Ranking the Atlanta Hawks Biggest Needs Before the NBA Draft (And How to Fill Them) We are five days away from the 2026 NBA Draft. There is a lot of talk about what is going to happen at the very top of the draft with the Wa...

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Trae Young declines $48.9M option — free agency move likely leads back to Wizards Trae Young declined a $48.97 million option, but the guard is expected to sign a "lucrative three-year deal" with the Wizards.

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Arike Ogunbowale - Plays well despite loss Ogunbowale accumulated 21 points (7-11 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 91-80 loss to the Valkyries.

Impact Ogunbowale is on a heater for the Wings. Over her last three outings, she has scored at least 21 points and has hit a total of 10 three-pointers in that span. Dallas dropped two of those games, however.

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Paige Bueckers - Struggles with shot Bueckers totaled 15 points (5-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 91-80 loss to Golden State.

Impact Bueckers is in a bit of a slump, shooting a combined 9-of-24 from the field over her last two games. For the season she's shooting 50.5 percent from the field, so she's due for some positive regression.

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Azzi Fudd - Records five steals Fudd finished Wednesday's 91-80 loss to Golden State with 10 points (4-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), one rebound, one assist, one block and five steals in 37 minutes.

Impact Fudd recorded the most steals by a rookie in the WNBA this season. She's in the midst of a solid campaign, shooting 50.7 percent from the field with averages of 12.7 points, 1.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.0 blocks in 28.6 minutes per contest.

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Trae Young free agency destinations: Evaluating Wizards, Heat, Lakers, Nets, and Bulls as options | Sporting News Why Trae Young decided to pass up a guaranteed $49 million for the 2026-27 season and where the free agent may land.

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Trae Young - Expected to sign 3-year deal Young (quadriceps) is expected to sign a three-year deal with the Wizards in free agency, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst.

Impact Young plans to decline his $48 million player option for the 2026-27 season, and while he's expected to meet with other teams, the Wizards are the clear favorites. Windhorst adds that the Wizards are preparing to offer him a very large contract, and it sounds like there's mutual interest in getting something done quickly.

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Trae Young set for free agency after declining $48.97 million option, Wizards remain favorites | Sporting News Trae Young is heading to free agency after reportedly declining his $48.97 million player option. While the Washington Wizards remain the fa...

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