Chase Hughes rumors, news

Breaking news and rumors

Injuries and suspensions

Trade rumors, contract, salary

Stats and scores

Family

Top stories

Schedules and games

Rumors and scandals

• Wizards Notes: Bagley, Holmes, Vukcevic, Future In D.C.
It’s been a season of change for Marvin Bagley III, and it didn’t stop with the January 14 trade that sent him from Detroit to the Wizards, writes Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network. Bagley was brought in to be the primary backup to Daniel Gafford, but he moved into a starting role when Gafford […]...2024
Check it out Marvin Bagley news and rumors
• Southeast Notes: Coulibaly, Rozier, Hawks Injuries, Fultz
Wizards rookie wing Bilal Coulibaly is out for the rest of the season with a wrist injury. He left a strong impression on his teammates and coaching staff in his first year in the league, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network writes, cementing his place as one of the franchise’s cornerstones moving forward. “Fantastic [season]. […]...2024
See also Bilal Coulibaly
• Wizards Notes: Draft Picks, Avdija, Poole, Gafford
The Wizards have plenty of extra second-round picks at their disposal and finding diamonds of the rough could be the blueprint for the franchise, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network writes. Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma and Tyus Jones were late first-rounders and Daniel Gafford was a second-round selection, Hughes notes, and had to earn their […]...2023
See also Jordan Poole news and rumors
• 7 dates to circle on the Wizards' 2023-24 schedule

Last week, the NBA released the 2023-24 regular season schedule. Chase Hughes already highlighted Wizards games through a statistical lens, noting that Washington starts their season off with an Eastern-centric schedule and plays 13 back-to-backs on the year. Now, let’s take a look at which Wizards games might carry a bit more weight for fans than others. These are the......2023
• Wizards Notes: Vukcevic, Dawkins, Coulibaly, Poole
Second-round pick Tristan Vukcevic is hoping to join the Wizards right away rather than spending more time overseas, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Team officials haven’t decided how to handle Vukcevic yet, but the main roster is already crowded with 16 standard contracts. There’s a two-way opening if the Wizards opt to […]...2023
Visit the page Tristan Vukcevic news and rumors
• Wizards' younger players show promise at NBA Summer League
Chase Hughes pinpoints the Wizards' younger players in action at NBA Summer League and the bright futures they have ahead of them in Washington.Wizards' younger players show promise at NBA Summer League originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington...2023
See also Summer League breaking news

• Southeast Notes: Coulibaly, Rozier, Hawks Injuries, Fultz
2024

See also Bilal Coulibaly injury update
• Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard shared interesting tidbits with fans about the team
Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard participated in a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on Sunday afternoon, and while not all of his answers were especially juicy, he shared a handful of interesting tidbits with fans over the course of that Q&A. As Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington passes along, one of Sheppard’s most noteworthy responses came when he was asked about the Wizards’ center...2020
See also Tommy Sheppard injury update
• Bradley Beal on All-Star snub: 'I'm past it'
Bradley Beal still believes he belongs on the All-Star team, but he said he’s focused on other things as he addressed reporters Saturday night, including Chase Hughes of NBC Sports. Beal seemed like a glaring omission when the All-Star reserves were announced Thursday. He’s tied for fifth in the league in scoring at 28.8 points per game and has the injury-plagued Wizards on the edge of the playoff...2020
Check it out Bradley Beal injury status
• Rui Hachimura close to returning from groin injury
Wizards rookie forward Rui Hachimura is close to returning from the groin injury that he suffered on December 16, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington relays. Hachimura required a surgical procedure after getting accidentally kicked by teammate, Isaac Bonga. He is officially listed as questionable to play on Saturday. “Rui has a great chance of coming back (tomorrow) night,” head coach Scott Broo...2020
See also Rui Hachimura injury update
• Report: Lakers, Celtics among contenders interested in Davis Bertans trade
Davis Bertans figures to be a wanted man ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reported on Monday that the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics are among the teams emerging as suitors for the Washington Wizards sharpshooter. Hughes also has the Philadelphia 76ers and the Denver Nuggets as other interested contenders. The 6-foot-10 Bertans has been one of th...2020
Read about Davis Bertans injury
• Celtics, Nuggets among teams eyeing Wizards' Davis Bertans
While the Wizards have suggested both privately and publicly that they’re interested in retaining Davis Bertans beyond this season, that hasn’t stopped teams from showing interest in the veteran sharpshooter as next month’s trade deadline approaches. According to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington, the Celtics and Nuggets are among the teams that have emerged as possible suitors for Bertans. Hu...2020
Continue with Davis Bertans injury status
• Rui Hachimura, Moritz Wagner not close to returning to Wizards
Wizards rookie Rui Hachimura isn’t close to making it back onto the court, head coach Scott Brooks told reporters today. As Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington and Fred Katz of The Athletic relay (via Twitter), Brooks said Hachimura is still expected to miss multiple weeks as a result of his groin injury. Brooks also offered an update on Moritz Wagner‘s ankle injury today, per Fred Katz of The A...2019
Visit the page Rui Hachimura injury report
• Nikola Vucevic making progress in injury recovery but still feeling discomfort
Magic center Nikola Vucevic is showing progress as he rehabs an ankle injury, Josh Robbins of The Athletic tweets. His post-shootaround session on Monday included more running, jump shooting and some contact work, Robbins noted, but he’s still feeling some discomfort on certain movements from the bone bruise. The right ankle ailment, which he suffered November 20, is expected to sideline Vucevic...2019
See also Nikola Vucevic injury report
• Wizards more likely to use 10-day contracts than disabled player exemption?
Even if the Wizards are granted an $8.6M disabled player exception, they’re more likely to sign players to 10-day contracts than use that exception, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Washington applied for the exception due to John Wall‘s season-ending heel surgery. The Wizards’ cap issues make it unlikely they’d find a free agent enticing enough to sign for the remainder of the...2019
Read about John Wall injury status
• With John Wall out, Tomas Satoransky becomes Wizards' point man
Wizards restricted free agent Tomas Satoransky has been thrust into the spotlight with John Wall opting for season-ending heel surgery, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington notes. Satoransky takes over the starting point-guard spot with Wall sidelined, with Chasson Randle, Ron Baker and Troy Brown Jr. in reserve. Coach Scott Brooks believes Satoransky can handle the pressure. “He’s ready for this...2019
See more John Wall availability report

2024
"He left a strong impression on his teammates and coaching staff in his first year in the league, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network writes, cementing his place as one of the franchise’s cornerstones moving forward."

2023
"While Delon Wright was recovering from a severely strained hamstring, he was able to notice how much the Wizards need him, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington."

2022
"Washington Wizards reporter Chase Hughes shared the following report on Kuzma."

2021
"5 million extension on Friday, and it was a formality for the Wizards to put that offer on the table, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington."

2020
"Washington Wizards sharpshooter Davis Bertans becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and he’s expected to draw interest from the Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns, per Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington."

2019
"We have more from the Southeast Division: Wizards coach Scott Brooks called out second-year big man Moritz Wagner after the team’s loss to the Clippers on Sunday, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington relays."

2018
"Speaking with reporters on Thursday, the Washington Wizards guard said that he thinks the Toronto Raptors are the best team in the East right now, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington."

2017
"According to Chase Hughes of CSN Mid-Atlantic, McClellan made the change because his given name came from his father, with whom he has no relationship."

2016
"I would hope to have to cross that road," James said, per Chase Hughes of Comcast SportsNet Mid-Atlantic."

2015
"When asked about the Dodgers All-Star's dominant day on the mound (three hits allowed, 11 strikeouts), Harper spoke coolly, per CSN Washington's Chase Hughes."

2014
"First baseman Adam LaRoche would like to stay with the Nationals, Chase Hughes of Nats Insider writes."

• Wizards Notes: Vukcevic, Dawkins, Coulibaly, Poole
2023

See more Tristan Vukcevic contract rumors
• Eastern Notes: Whitmore, Pistons’ Trade Ideas, Antetokounmpo, Bucks’ Coaching Job
The Wizards hold the No. 8 pick in the draft and Villanova forward Cam Whitmore wouldn’t mind being part of their future, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Whitmore, who grew up in Maryland, is projected as a top 10 selection. “That’s home, the D.M.V. There’s nothing like playing at home. The fans, […]...2023
See more Cam Whitmore contract
• Wizards Notes: Kuzma, Porzingis, Gafford, Future
Kyle Kuzma knows he’ll get a huge contract wherever he goes in free agency, so that won’t be the main factor when he makes his decision on where to play, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Keeping Kuzma, who held an exit interview with team president Tommy Sheppard on Saturday, will be one of […]...2023
Check it out Kyle Kuzma contract
• Report: Wizards make $181.5 million offer to Bradley Beal
Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal became eligible for a four-year, $181.5 million extension on Friday, and it was a formality for the Wizards to put that offer on the table, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. The Wizards are also open to Beal signing another short-term deal like he did in 2019, when […] The post Report: Wizards make $181.5 million offer to Bradley Beal ap...2021
See more Bradley Beal salary rumors
• Davis Bertans Could Be a Popular Sign-and-Trade Target This Offseason
Davis Bertans had the best year of his career last season with the Washington Wizards. It came at the perfect time in the final year of his contract. Now set, to become an unrestricted free agent, Bertans should have quite the market when it comes to teams interested in acquiring him. According to Chase Hughes […] The post Davis Bertans Could Be a Popular Sign-and-Trade Target This Offseason...2020
Visit the page Davis Bertans salary rumors
• Rumor: Hawks, Knicks, Suns to pursue Wizards’ Davis Bertans in free agency
Washington Wizards sharpshooter Davis Bertans becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and he’s expected to draw interest from the Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns, per Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Bertans is one of the best stretch 4s in the NBA, so he’s going to get paid handsomely this offseason. […] The post Rumor: Hawks, Knicks, Suns to pur...2020
See more Davis Bertans
• Wizards veteran guard rips idea of virtual fans at NBA games
With the NBA going fan-less for the 2019-20 season’s return, the league is reportedly going to use virtual fans to make up for the lack of real fans at the games. Washington Wizards guard Ish Smith offered his two cents on the prospect of seeing virtual fans at the games, via Chase Hughes of NBC Sports. […] The post Wizards veteran guard rips idea of virtual fans at NBA games appeared ...2020
Check it out Washington Wizards salary
• Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard shared interesting tidbits with fans about the team
2020

Click for news about Tommy Sheppard contract rumors
• Report: Lakers, Celtics among contenders interested in Davis Bertans trade
2020

Continue with Davis Bertans contract rumors
• Celtics, Nuggets among teams eyeing Wizards' Davis Bertans
2020

Visit the page Davis Bertans contract

• Wizards' younger players show promise at NBA Summer League
2023

Read about Summer League scores
• Wizards Notes: Kuzma, Poole, Rebuilding, Van Gundy
After trading Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis, the Wizards have decided to build their future around Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Both players were part of championship teams early in their careers, and Hughes points out that they were able to learn the game from NBA legends. It […]...2023
Visit the page Van Gundy scores
• Ish Smith Calls Bradley Beal ‘The Easiest Scorer I’ve Ever Seen in My Life’
Bradley Beal has been unstoppable all season on offense. When it comes to scoring, he leads the entire NBA with 31.1 points per game. Beal has notched one 60-point game, four 40-point games and 23 30-point games through 47 contests this season. Wizards guard Ish Smith spoke to Chase Hughes of NBCS Washington earlier this […] The post Ish Smith Calls Bradley Beal ‘The Easiest Scorer I&#...2021
See more articles Ish Smith scores
• Wizards star Bradley Beal reacts to body language police memeing his frustration
Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal scored 47 points against the New Orleans Pelicans, which proved to be not enough to bring home the win, marking the 10th consecutive game where he has scored at least 40 points and lost, via Chase Hughes of NBC Sports. After the Wizards’ loss against the Pelicans, Beal was […] The post Wizards star Bradley Beal reacts to body language poli...2021
Continue with Bradley Beal statistics
• Bradley Beal on All-Star snub: 'I'm past it'
2020

See more Bradley Beal scores
• Rui Hachimura, Moritz Wagner not close to returning to Wizards
2019

Check it out Rui Hachimura statistics
• Portis and Parker helping Wizards on offense but not on defense
Since acquiring Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker in exchange for Otto Porter in a deadline deal with the Bulls, the Wizards have a 6-7 record, the exact same record they had in their 13 games before the trade. However, as Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington details, the club has looked quite different with Portis and Parker in its rotation. The Wizards had struggled all season with their reboundin...2019
Visit the page Bobby Portis scores
• Report: John Wall to see specialist for heel injury
Wizards point guard John Wall will visit a specialist to examine bone spurs in his left heel, according to an Associated Press report. Wall missed the Wizards’ 101-92 loss to Chicago on Friday. Dr. Robert Anderson, currently an associate team physician for the Green Bay Packers, will perform the examination, per David Aldridge of The Athletic. Anderson has performed operations on Stephen Curry, Ke...2018
See more John Wall stats
• MRI confirms shoulder strain for Marvin Williams
Hornets forward Marvin Williams has a right shoulder strain, an MRI on Monday confirmed, according to a team press release. Williams suffered the injury on Sunday and will be re-evaluated next week. Lottery pick Miles Bridges, who scored a career-high 16 points in 29 minutes against New Orleans, will see his role expand during Williams’ absence. Williams is averaging 8.3 points and 5.1 rebounds in...2018
See more Marvin Williams scores
• Wizards owners appears frustrated with team's 1-7 start, lack of defense
A couple of recent comments by Wizards owner Ted Leonsis suggest he is running short on patience with the team’s 1-7 start, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Leonsis, who attended Saturday’s debut game for the G League’s Capital City Go-Go, responded to a comment from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver about increased scoring around the league. “They just have to play us,” Leonsis said...2018
See more Ted Leonsis scores

• Rockets star John Wall remembers late mom in emotional return to Washington
John Wall’s return to Washington understandably brought back a lot of memories to the new Houston Rockets guard. After all, it was his first time to play in the arena since his mother passed away two years ago. Per Chase Hughes of NBC Sports, Wall reminisced on his late mother Frances Pulley, who passed away […] The post Rockets star John Wall remembers late mom in emotional return to ...2021
See more articles John Wall
• Jeff Green 'would love to come back' to the Wizards
Jeff Green has played for six teams since the 2014-15 season and he’d like to stay put for a change. The veteran forward said he “would love to come back” to the Wizards, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington tweets. Green is averaging 12.3 PPG, 4.0 RPG and 1.8 APG for Washington. Green, 32, signed a one-year, $2.93 million contract with the Wizards last summer and will be an unrestricted free age...2019
See more Jeff Green
• Markieff Morris gearing up for 2018 free agency
The 2018-19 season is a pivotal one for Markieff Morris, as he’ll be a free agent for the first time in his career next summer. At that point, he’ll have to make a contract decision for the first time since he inked a team-friendly extension with the Suns, one that was predicated on him taking a discount to play alongside his brother, Marcus.Fast-forward four years and both brothers are on differe...2018
Visit the page Markieff Morris
• Bradley Beal says Raptors are best team in East
Bradley Beal has quite the hot take about the Eastern Conference.Speaking with reporters on Thursday, the Washington Wizards guard said that he thinks the Toronto Raptors are the best team in the East right now, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. The Raptors are currently second in the conference with a record of 34-15, 1.5 games behind the Boston Celtics for the No. 1 seed. They ...2018
See more Bradley Beal
• Wizards rookie Sheldon McClellan legally changes his name to Sheldon Mac
On the off chance you’re a Wizards fan who purchased a Sheldon McClellan jersey this season, you’re going to want a refund.McClellan, a Washington rookie, revealed Wednesday that over the All-Star break he returned home to Houston and legally changed his name to Sheldon Mac.According to Chase Hughes of CSN Mid-Atlantic, McClellan made the change because his given name came from his father, with wh...2017
• LeBron James Comments on Potential White House Invitation from Donald Trump
2016

See more articles LeBron James
• Ryan Zimmerman Comments on Al Jazeera Report's PED Allegations, More
2016

Check it out Ryan Zimmerman
• Jonathan Papelbon Comments on Bryce Harper Incident, More
2016

See more Jonathan Papelbon
• Bryce Harper Isn't Impressed by Zack Greinke's Scoreless Streak
2015

Check it out Zack Greinke
• 2015 MLB Draft: Updated Wednesday Start Time, Schedule and Live Stream Info
2015

Check it out David Lee

• Bryce Harper Isn't Impressed by Zack Greinke's Scoreless Streak
2015

Read about Zack Greinke
• Mariano Rivera Jr to Nationals: Twitter Reacts as RHP Selected in 2015 MLB Draft
2015

See more articles New York Yankees
• LeBron James Comments on Potential White House Invitation from Donald Trump
2016

See more LeBron James
• Mike Evans Sits During National Anthem to Protest Donald Trump's Election
2016

Check it out Cleveland Cavaliers
• Rumor: Hawks, Knicks, Suns to pursue Wizards’ Davis Bertans in free agency
2020

Click for news about Davis Bertans
• Report: Wizards make $181.5 million offer to Bradley Beal
2021

Read about Bradley Beal
• Wizards newbie Montrezl Harrell hints at bigger things after Lakers chapter
After a down season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Montrezl Harrell is eager to get his groove back with the Washington Wizards. In his introductory press conference, Harrell detailed his motivation heading into his first year with the Wizards. Via Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington: “I haven’t been an All-Star in this league since […] The post Wizards newbie Montrezl Harrell hints at...2021
See more Montrezl Harrell
• Nationals Notes: Scherzer, Strasburg, Trades
Max Scherzer‘s seven-year, $210MM contract with the Nationals is still the talk of baseball, and Chase Hughes of CSNWashington.com was among the reporters to speak with GM Mike Rizzo, the Lerner family (who own the Nats) and agent Scott Boras at today’s … ...2015
See more articles Max Scherzer

1. LeBron James

2. Cody Rhodes

3. Los Angeles Lakers

. . .

995. Chase Hughes

• Wizards Notes: Bagley, Holmes, Vukcevic, Future In D.C.
2024

See also Marvin Bagley
• 7 dates to circle on the Wizards' 2023-24 schedule
2023
• East Notes: Wizards, Bradley Beal, Pacers, Hornets
Wizards Star shooting guard Bradley Beal said missing out on the playoffs again was a major disappointment. “I have to be more available and take care of my body better,” Beal said, via Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. The Wizards last won a playoff series in 2017, when they beat the Hawks. But GM […] The post East Notes: Wizards, Bradley Beal, Pacers, Hornets appeared firs...2023
Read about East Notes
• Wizards Notes: Wright, Nunn, Morris, Gill, Unseld Jr.
While Delon Wright was recovering from a severely strained hamstring, he was able to notice how much the Wizards need him, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. The numbers back up his observation — Washington is 13-6 with Wright in the lineup, but only 7-20 when he doesn’t play. He’s especially been a difference-maker […]...2023
Read about Delon Wright
• The first time Rockets’ John Wall, Wizards’ Russell Westbrook will face each other after trade
With the 2020-2021 NBA season set to tip off later this month, the regular season schedule of teams are starting to take shape. The Washington Wizards are among them, with NBC Sports Washington’s Chase Hughes reporting that their season will likely start on December 23 with a game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Hughes also included a […] The post The first time Rockets’ John Wall, Wiz...2020
Click for news about Russell Westbrook
• Bradley Beal on All-Star snub: 'I'm past it'
2020

See also Bradley Beal
• Wizards look to groom Troy Brown Jr. as a point guard
The Washington Wizards‘ solution to losing John Wall for at least 12 months appears to include grooming rookie Troy Brown Jr. as a point guard, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports. Brown has the size of a small forward, but grew up running the point. Coach Scott Brooks and team president Ernie Grunfeld believe Brown has the potential to be successful as a point guard in the NBA. Much of Brown's tra...2019
Click for news about Washington Wizards
• Wizards refuse to tank, unlikely to trade core players
Despite existing in a mediocre Eastern Conference that will likely see a losing team or two make the playoffs, the Washington Wizards are nowhere near contenders. Washington heads into Sunday’s action with a 19-26 record and without star guard John Wall for the long haul. One might think that the team would look to move veteran assets as a way to start a rebuild. Even with the status quo proving W...2019
Continue with Eastern Conference
• Wizards exploring extension for Tomas Satoransky
The Wizards are making a push to sign Tomas Satoransky to a contract extension before he reaches restricted free agency in July, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington, who hears from sources that the two sides have engaged in preliminary talks. The interest in a new deal appears to be mutual, as Hughes reports that Satoransky is open to remaining with the Wizards long-term. Although t...2019
Read about Tomas Satoransky
• With John Wall out, Tomas Satoransky becomes Wizards' point man
2019

See more articles John Wall

• Report: Frustrated Wizards got heated during recent practice
Things are getting very testy around the underperforming Wizards. They had a heated practice recently in which numerous players engaged in verbal spats, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Exasperated shooting guard Bradley Beal told team officials after that practice “I’ve been dealing with this for seven years,” Charania continues (Twitter links). Tensions tend to run high when things aren’t...2018
See more articles Shams Charania rumors