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Matthew Paras was a digital sports writer for the Washington Times.

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Carolina Panthers coaching intern Jennifer King, left, talks with Elijah Holyfield (33) during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Monday, July 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton) **FILE**

Jennifer King to be added as first female assistant coach in Redskins’ history

The Washington Redskins can expect a calm, insightful demeanor as they look to hire Jennifer King, who would become the first female assistant coach in franchise history and the first black female full-time assistant in NFL history. Redskins coach Ron Rivera is expected to add King to his staff as an offensive assistant after working together previously in Carolina, according to multiple reports,

February 9, 2020
Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas (4) dribbles the ball during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, in Washington. The Warriors won 125-117. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Wizards’ trades take backseat to busy NBA trade deadline

The Wizards sent veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas and the draft rights to Issuf Sanon to the Los Angeles Clippers for guard Jerome Robinson, in a three-team trade with the New York Knicks, and traded forward Jordan McRae to the Denver Nuggets for point guard Shabazz Napier, a source said.

February 6, 2020
Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans (42) reacts during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Davis Bertans key to Wizards’ plans at trade deadline

With the NBA trade deadline on Thursday, the Wizards hold one of the more intriguing players sought after on the market in Davis Bertans. Because of Bertans' 6-foot-10 size, smooth shot and ability to space the floor, contenders are lining up to have him.

February 5, 2020
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8), of Russia, celebrates his third goal of the night with goaltender Braden Holtby (70) during the third period of the team's NHL hockey game against the Los Angeles Kings, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, in Washington. The Capitals won 4-2. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Alex Ovechkin’s hat trick rallies Capitals past Kings

Alex Ovechkin's first few shots of the night couldn't have come at a better time. The Washington Capitals had just fallen behind the Los Angeles Kings midway through the third period. And up to that point, Washington had been relatively quiet offensively.

February 4, 2020
Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans (42) stands on the court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, in Washington. The Warriors won 125-117. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Davis Bertans selected to All-Star 3-point contest

Wizards forward Davis Bertans will be a participant in the league's 3-point contest later this month, the NBA announced Tuesday. The event will take place Feb. 15 at the United Center in Chicago, where Bertans will join seven other players.

February 4, 2020
Golden State Warriors forward Marquese Chriss (32) dunks past Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura (8), of Japan, forward Davis Bertans (42) and guard Isaiah Thomas (4) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Wizards’ defense on pace to be historically bad

Monday's loss against the league-worst Golden State Warriors for the Washington Wizards unfolded in a different manner than the typical defeat. It was one of the rare instances this season that Washington didn't play with effort consistently, coach Scott Brooks said.

February 4, 2020
Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) speaking during a news conference following an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Landover, Md. Eagles won 37-27.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins’ Super Bowl odds reinforce lack of optimism facing franchise

With the NFL season officially over, sportsbooks have re-released their Super Bowl odds for next year -- and the Redskins rank at the bottom of the list. Bovada is pegging Washington as 150-1 underdogs to win it all in 2020, while others like BetOnline and SportsBetting.Ag have the Redskins last at 100-1.

February 4, 2020
Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) runs the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco) ** FILE **

Greg Olsen to visit the Redskins

After being released from the Carolina Panthers, tight end Greg Olsen will visit the Washington Redskins as part of a free agency tour, according to multiple reports.

February 3, 2020
Players stand during a tribute to Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant and other victims in the helicopter crash before the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Kobe Bryant honored at Super Bowl LIV

Before kick-off of Super Bowl LIV, the San Francisco 49ers, the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL honored Kobe Bryant, his daughter and the seven other victims of last week's crash in Calabasas, California.

February 2, 2020
Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis (85) leaves the field following an NFL football minicamp at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va., Tuesday, June 4, 2019. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Vernon Davis retiring after 14 seasons in NFL

There are many different ways an athlete can announce their retirement. They can give an emotional press conference, for example, or post on social media that they're calling it a career. Vernon Davis, though, had a different idea.

February 2, 2020