Mike Jones

Wizards sticking to the script

The NBA's 3 p.m. trade deadline came and went Thursday without the Washington Wizards making any roster moves.

February 20, 2009

Jamison wants to stay

Wizards forward says he would rather not be traded.

February 19, 2009

Wizards get needed response

The Washington Wizards exited the All-Star break with the goal of taking steps to redeem themselves after ranking among the basement dwellers of the NBA for the first part of the season.

February 18, 2009

Wizards Plus

Seen and heard at Verizon Center.

February 18, 2009

NBA Report

Going out with a jig and a jam.

February 18, 2009

Still struggling, still upbeat

Despite having the worst record at the All-Star break in franchise history, the Washington Wizards returned from the much-needed four-day rest determined not to give up on the season.

February 17, 2009

Wizards get a break

Team hobbles into All-Star break with relief.

February 13, 2009

Defense backfires on Wizards

CHARLOTTE, N.C. | After the Los Angeles Lakers traded him to the Charlotte Bobcats over the weekend, forward Vladimir Radmanovic criticized his former coach, Phil Jackson, for not using his role players effectively.

February 12, 2009

Hawks blow past Wizards

Another center falls as Songaila leaves with elbow injury.

February 11, 2009

Butler lifts Wizards to win with sick finish

After missing two games while being ravaged by the flu, Washington Wizards swingman Caron Butler returned to action Sunday night and carried his team to a 119-117 victory against the Indiana Pacers at Verizon Center.

February 9, 2009

‘Hero basketball’ leaves Wizards feeling woeful

On Friday night against the Denver Nuggets, the Washington Wizards found themselves in an all-too-familiar position. They hung with the opposition for the better part of a half, then let the game get out of hand - and saw it end in embarrassment.

February 8, 2009

Listless Wizards overwhelmed again

Another night, another ugly loss for the short-handed Washington Wizards.

February 7, 2009

Pecherov proves worth

Persistence pays off for Wizards forward/center.

February 6, 2009

NBA Report

Lakers prepare for life without Bynum.

February 4, 2009

Wizards get work out

Tapscott gives team long practice after weak effort.

February 4, 2009

Wizards Plus

Seen and heard at Verizon Center.

February 3, 2009

‘Worst effort’ yet results in another loss

The Washington Wizards remained in the league's basement thanks to a 113-97 loss to Memphis in front of a season-low crowd of 11,442 at Verizon Center on Monday night.

February 3, 2009

Tapscott relishing his chance

He appreciates his new job as the Wizards' head coach.

February 2, 2009

Wizards find the right elixir

There's an old proverb that says a joyful heart does good like a medicine. For the Washington Wizards, so does playing an opponent like the Los Angeles Clippers.

February 1, 2009

Same script for Wizards

They got the usual All-Star-worthy performances from captains Antawn Jamison and Caron Butler, and impressive showings from young contributors Dominic McGuire and Javaris Crittenton. If only the Washington Wizards could have gotten off to a better start. And if only they had a closer.

January 31, 2009