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Victor Oladipo Declines Invitation To Wizards' Facility

Victor Oladipo declined the Washington Wizards' invitation to work out at their facility ahead of this month's NBA draft, according to sources.

Oladipo does not expect to begin his NBA career with his hometown Wizards.

Oladipo has given the Wizards the option of watching him work out at DeMatha or another facility in Bowie, where he has been preparing for the draft.

Even so, the Wizards are likely to visit Oladipo early next week.

Via Michael Lee/Washington Post

Nerlens Noel To Meet With Wizards On Saturday

Nerlens Noel will meet with the Washington Wizards on Saturday.

The Wizards have the third overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft and will be the second team to meet with Noel.

Noel has already met with the Orlando Magic and will also meet with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Noel is recovering from a torn ACL in his left knee and hopes to return by Christmas.

Via Michael Lee/Washington Post

Anthony Bennett Set To Interview With Wizards

Anthony Bennett is scheduled to interview with the Washington Wizards next week.

If drafted by the Wizards, Bennett would join Nene, Jan Vesely, Trevor Booker and Chris Singleton in a crowded frontcourt.

Bennett can't work out with NBA teams because of surgery to his non-shooting shoulder.

Via J. Michael/CSNWashington

Wizards Schedule Pre-Draft Workout With Otto Porter

The Washington Wizards plan to work out Otto Porter Jr. on June 14, his agent David Falk confirmed.

Falk said that Porter will likely work out in a group setting and “in some format where he can show his versatility.”

Per Falk, Porter will only work out for the top three teams in the draft: Cleveland, Orlando and Washington.

Via Michael Lee/Washington Post

Wizards Looking To Trade One Of Three Draft Picks

The Washington Wizards hold three selections in the upcoming NBA draft – the No. 3 pick overall and two picks in the second round.

Ernie Grunfeld and Randy Wittman have indicated they would like to explore dealing at least one pick, maybe both in the second round, in a package for a veteran.

The Wizards plan to bring in mostly second-round prospects for individual workouts starting Monday.

Via J. Michael/CSNWashington

21 NBA Teams To Compete In 2013 Vegas Summer League

The 2013 Vegas Summer League will be comprised of 22 teams and run from July 12 to July 22.

Atlanta Hawks (2010-12)
Charlotte Bobcats (2008, 2012)
Chicago Bulls (2005, 2009-12)
Cleveland Cavaliers (2004-12)
Dallas Mavericks (2005-12)
Denver Nuggets (2004-12)
Golden State Warriors (2005-12)
L.A. Clippers (2005-12)
L.A. Lakers (2007-12)
Memphis Grizzlies (2007-12)
Miami Heat (2010-12)
Milwaukee Bucks (2007-12)
Minnesota Timberwolves (2006-12)
NBA D-League Select (2009-12)
New Orleans Pelicans (2005-12)
New York Knicks (2005-12)
Phoenix Suns (2004-12)
Portland Trail Blazers (2005-12)
Sacramento Kings (2005-12)
San Antonio Spurs (2007-12)
Toronto Raptors (2008-12)
Washington Wizards (2004-12)

Via RealGM Staff Report

James Southerland To Workout For Eight Teams

James Southerland has scheduled eight visits over the next few weeks.

Southerland will work out for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Clippers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz.

"He's visiting a bunch of teams," Southerland's agent, Mark Bartelstein said. "He's going to be very, very busy."

Southerland worked out for the Milwaukee Bucks earlier this week.

Via Mike Waters/Syracuse Post-Standard

Grunfeld Believes This Is A Three Player Draft, Won't Rule Out Trade For Wizards

Ernie Grunfeld believes there's talent beyond the top two picks in the upcoming draft.

"Well, I think it’s a three-player draft," Grunfeld said, when told the draft is being described as top heavy, with the top two players being Nerlens Noel and Ben McLemore. "But I won’t tell you who that third player is."

Grunfeld seemed to suggest the Wizards already have a player in mind.

"Obviously we've been going through this process already, but the process will continue," he said. "And as I said before, we feel good about the player that’s probably going to be available to us at that spot."

Grunfeld wouldn’t rule out the possibility of trading the No. 3 pick.

"Well, I think everything is on the table," he said. "We feel good about where we are, we think we’ll get a nice player, but you never say never to anything."

Via Dan Steinberg/Washington Post

Cavaliers Win Lottery; Magic, Wizards In Top-3

The 2013 NBA Draft Lottery was held on Tuesday in Times Square with the Cleveland Cavaliers winning for the second time in three years and third time in ten years. The Washington Wizards moved up from the eighth slot to draft third.

1. Cleveland Cavaliers
2. Orlando Magic
3. Washington Wizards
4. Charlotte Bobcats
5. Phoenix Suns
6. New Orleans Pelicans
7. Sacramento Kings
8. Detroit Pistons
9. Minnesota Timberwolves
10. Portland Trail Blazers
11. Philadelphia 76ers
12. Toronto Raptors
13. Dallas Mavericks
14. Utah Jazz

Via RealGM Staff Report

Lillard, Davis, Beal, Waiters, Barnes On 2013 All-Rookie First Team

Damian Lillard headlines the 2013 NBA All-Rookie Team as a unanimous selection.

Bradley Beal, Anthony Davis, Dion Waiters and Harrison Barnes joined Lillard on the All-Rookie First Team.

On the All-Rookie Second Team is Andre Drummond, Jonas Valanciunas, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Kyle Singler and Tyler Zeller.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Washington Wizards Archives

Wittman: Jan Vesely 'Needs To Work On His Head'

Jan Vesely's lack of confidence in his sophomore season in the NBA this year was evident to teammates and coaches on the Wizards.

Collins Receives Largely Positive Support From Basketball Community

Kobe Bryant, Jason Kidd, Steve Nash, Tony Parker, Kenneth Faried and Rudy Gay were amongst the dozens of players to publicly offer their support to Jason Collins.

Collins Gave Okafor Advance Notice Of Announcement

Emeka Okafor said Jason Collins was "calm, collected and cool" during their conversation.

Jason Collins Comes Out As First Active Gay Athlete In Professional Sports

Jason Collins became the first active gay athlete in a major North American professional team sport.

Leonsis: Wizards Plan To Extend Wall, Retain Webster

Martell Webster will become an unrestricted free agent in July.

Rough Season Led Nene To Contemplate Retirement

Nene has dealt with foot, knee and shoulder issues this season.

Nene Fighting Through Soreness In Left Foot, Right Knee

Nene has missed significant time this season because of soreness in his left foot and right knee.

Jason Collins 'Definitely' Interested In Return To Celtics

Jason Collins understood the situation, but he didn't want to leave the Celtics when they traded him to the Wizards for Jordan Crawford in February.

Ariza, Okafor Intend To Opt-In With Wizards

Trevor Ariza and Emeka Okafor have early termination clauses in their contracts for next season.

Bradley Beal To Miss Remainder Of Season

Bradley Beal will miss the remainder of the season with a stress injury in his right fibula.

Wall: Rose Should Sit Rest Of Season

John Wall, who missed more than two months with a knee injury, believes Derrick Rose would be better off sitting out the rest of the season as he recovers from May 12 ACL surgery.

Okafor Plans To Be With Wizards Next Season

Emeka Okafor is due to make $14.48 million and has a player-option with the ability to terminate the deal and hit the free agent market.

Wall Believes He's Faster Than Westbrook

John Wall and Russell Westbrook are regarded as two of the most athletics players in the NBA.

Wall, Aldridge Named NBA Players Of The Week

John Wall and LaMarcus Aldridge have been named the NBA's Players of the Week.

Livingston Calls Wizards 'One Of Worst Spots' Of Career

Shaun Livingston said the lack of structure within the Wizards' organization made it a bad fit for him.

John Wall Believes He 'Definitely' Deserves Max Contract

John Wall will be eligible for a contract extension this offseason as he enters the final year of his rookie deal.

Wall Puts Himself Amongst Top-10 NBA Point Guards

John Wall is averaging 16.9 points, 8.7 assists and 3.8 rebounds on 41.5 percent shooting per 36 minutes this season.

Bradley Beal's 'Confidence Is Sky High'

After having early struggles this season, Bradley Beal has been a significant contributor and his confidence has followed upward.

Wall Struggling Since All-Star Break

John Wall has turned in several poor performances since the All-Star break.

Clippers, Wizards Had Butler For Ariza Trade Agreed Upon

The Clippers and Wizards had an agreement in principle on the eve of the deadline involving a trade of Caron Butler for Trevor Ariza.
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