Matthew Paras

Virginia basketball teams thrive while D.C. sees tournament drought

In a region often dubbed with the three-pronged identity of "DMV," Virginia is carrying the weight in terms of college basketball success stories, and due to lack of better options, Washington's sports audience is drifting in that direction.

March 20, 2019

Greg Manusky: No ‘balancing act’ with new assistants

Washington ultimately chose to not fire Manusky, hiring Rob Ryan and Ray Horton as high-profile assistants instead. But speaking after Washington's annual coaching clinic Wednesday, Manusky said "everything is good" with his new assistants.

March 20, 2019

Otto Porter latest player to burst out after trade from Wizards

Some basketball insiders panned the Chicago Bulls' decision last month to trade for former Wizards forward Otto Porter. Many were skeptical the 25-year-old would fit in with a rebuilding team and questioned why the Bulls would take on Porter's max contract. But Chicago looks smarter a month in.

March 19, 2019

Prosecutors offer to drop Robert Kraft prostitution charges: report

Florida prosecutors are willing to drop prostitution charges against New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and other men -- but only if they're willing to admit they would have been found guilty at trial, according to The Wall Street Journal.

March 19, 2019

Kyler Murray, Bryce Harper mocked after Mike Trout deal

It didn't take long for people to react to Mike Trout's historic 12-year, $430 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels.

March 19, 2019

Wizards fans loudly voice displeasure in loss to Jazz

Angry comments were shouted from fans throughout the loss, with some calling for Ernie Grunfeld's job and for Scott Brooks to resign. The comments could especially be heard since the crowd of 15,637 was largely quiet for large stretches of the blowout.

March 18, 2019

Ereck Flowers lands with Redskins, provides offensive line depth

The Washington Redskins added depth along their offensive line Monday, signing tackle Erick Flowers to a one-year, $4 million deal.

March 18, 2019

Wizards fans’ guide to the NCAA Tournament

If by now you've tuned out the Wizards but are curious who they could land in the draft, then it's time to start paying attention to the NCAA Tournament when it begins this week.

March 18, 2019

Redskins bring back receiver Brian Quick for another stint

The Washington Redskins agreed to terms with wide receiver Brian Quick on Monday, according to the agency that represents Quick.

March 18, 2019

Odell Beckham trade an offer Giants ‘couldn’t refuse,’ Dave Gettleman says

In a conference call with reporters Monday, Giants general manager Dave Gettleman defended his decision to trade star wide receiver to the Cleveland Browns -- saying they received an offer 'we couldn't refuse.'

March 18, 2019

Colin Kaepernick interested in Dolphins job: report

Colin Kaepernick is reportedly interested in joining the Miami Dolphins to fill their quarterback vacancy.

March 17, 2019

Bradley Beal making push for All-NBA team

Bradley Beal woke up Saturday morning mad. The Wizards star rose out of bed at 6 a.m., restless from his team's loss the night before.

March 17, 2019

Kemba Walker, Bradley Beal facing similar situations as each star chases playoffs

Throughout this season, Kemba Walker and Brady Beal have been tasked with trying to will their teams into the playoffs. Both the Hornets and the Wizards sit under .500, and it's often up to each star to keep their team in the playoff race -- despite the lack of talent around them.

March 16, 2019

Redskins signs Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie

The Washington Redskins signed cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie on Friday, the team announced.

March 15, 2019

Landon Collins ‘way ahead’ of recovery for shoulder surgery

Redskins safety Landon Collins said Thursday he's "way ahead" in his recovery of a shoulder injury, nearly two months after he had surgery to repair a partially torn labrum.

March 14, 2019

Landon Collins laughs at box safety label

Landon Collins has heard people label him solely as a box safety. Simply put, he disagrees.

March 14, 2019

Redskins have list of needs even after Landon Collins introduction

Despite the Redskins trotting out their six-year, $84 million man for the first time, Collins obviously doesn't solve every problem for Washington

March 14, 2019

Michael Bennett wants to discuss Donald Trump with Tom Brady, Bill Belichick

After being traded to the New England Patriots, defensive end Michael Bennett told ESPN that he's looking forward to playing with quarterback Tom Brady and being coached by Bill Belichick. But he also wants to talk to them about their political views.

March 14, 2019