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

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Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks gestures during the second half of an NBA basketball game Houston Rockets, Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Wizards hope effort issues behind them

It has taken 20 games, but the Wizards are starting to play with the effort and intensity coach Scott Brooks has desperately wanted. After the Wizards dominated headlines last week with trade rumors and internal dysfunction, the team has responded by winning three of its last four.

November 27, 2018
Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball against Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Wizards overcome James Harden’s big night to top Rockets

James Harden was named the league's MVP for a reason last season. Against the Wizards on Monday, it was easy to remember why. But on a night when the Houston Rockets guard shined, the Wizards had two of their own stars to answer back.

November 26, 2018
Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018. The Dallas Cowboys won 31-23. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)

Redskins losing their identity in skid

As Washington has dropped three of its last four games, the Redskins have regressed in two areas that were crucial to their success: running the ball and shutting down opposing teams.

November 26, 2018
Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) gestures after he made a three-point basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Wizards rally back against Clippers to snap losing streak

There weren't many fans at Capital One Arena on Tuesday, but those who showed up for the Wizards' game against the Los Angeles Clippers made sure to boo loudly in the first half. Once again, the Wizards looked lifeless as Los Angeles knocked down shot after shot.

November 20, 2018
Wizards guard John Wall's four-year, $169 million supermax contract extension kicks in next season, meaning his contract could be hard to move. (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

Wizards indicate once-unthinkable team shakeup may be near

According to ESPN, the Wizards have indicated to teams that everyone on their roster is available -- including stars Bradley Beal and John Wall. That doesn't mean a trade is coming, but the Wizards were previously resistant to including Wall or Beal in trade talks. What changed? A recent explosive, f-bomb-filled practice might have something to do with it.

November 19, 2018
Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (12) runs with the ball past Houston Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Landover, Md.(AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Colt McCoy has Redskins hyped for Dallas

Colt McCoy addressed his teammates Sunday after Washington's 23-21 loss to the Houston Texans. The Redskins quarterback -- who will now be the starter following Alex Smith's season-ending leg injury -- didn't take long to get to the point.

November 19, 2018
FedEx Field is seen in this general view prior to an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and Washington Redskins, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Redskins fans experience decline blamed on FedEx Field

This is FedEx Field in 2018. The 21-year-old stadium has become a central character in the story of the Redskins season, as players criticize the fans for a supposed lack of support at home games, fans diss the experience of attending a game there and rumors swirl about where and when the team could move to a new home turf.

November 18, 2018
Houston Texans strong safety Kareem Jackson (25) reaches for Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) as he leaves the field after an injury during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) **FILE**

Redskins react to Alex Smith’s season ending injury

This wasn't the outcome the Redskins envisioned when they dealt a third-round pick and promising corner Kendall Fuller to the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason for Smith. Washington viewed Smith as the perfect quarterback to lead them after the Kirk Cousins era.

November 18, 2018
Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith, bottom, reacts after an injury during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Alex Smith to miss rest of the season, needs surgery

Alex Smith will miss the rest of the season after breaking his tibia and fibula in Sunday's 23-21 loss to the Houston Texans. The Redskins quarterback will need "immediate" surgery, coach Jay Gruden said.

November 18, 2018
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Robert Griffin III warms up before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Robert Griffin III active for Ravens vs. Bengals

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Robert Griffin III is active for the first time this season with starter Joe Flacco out with a hip injury Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals.

November 18, 2018
The Centennial Eagles in Howard County, Maryland, are back on the field after a year without varsity football. The Eagles have had trouble finding enough players for a team and did not scored a single point all season. (Photograph by Steve Ruark/Special to The Washington Times)

Parents, players rethinking youth football nationwide

High school football enrollment has dropped 6.6 percent in the past 10 years, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations, and the total number of players decreased by 20,320 from 2016 to 2017.

November 15, 2018