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The Wizards Podcast with Greg Finberg encompasses all things Wizards basketball. Find postgame reactions, analysis on trades and signings, plus much more here!

Greg Finberg


    • Jan 30, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 157 EPISODES


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    George scores 23 as Wizards top Bucks on John Wall Celebration Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 22:26


    The Washington Wizards defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 109-99 behind Kyshawn George's 23 points and Alex Sarr's career-high 17 rebounds. The franchise also honored legendary PG John Wall. Greg breaks it all down. Enjoy!

    Sarr dominates both ends as Wizards top Blazers, 115-111

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 34:29


    Alex Sarr was everywhere defensively with 6 blocks and 2 steals. He also added 29 points. And behind Kyshawn George's late-game heroics, the Wizards defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, 115-111. Greg recaps it all. Enjoy!

    Tre Johnson scores career-high 26 points as Wizards' comeback falls short in Charlotte

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 30:12


    Tre Johnson scored a career-high 26 points and Alex Sarr added 24, but the Wizards' comeback fell short in their 119-115 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. Greg recaps the game, Justin Champagnie's impact, Jamir Watkins' five steals and more. Enjoy!

    Tre Johnson scores 19 points as Wizards drop eighth straight game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 24:37


    Greg recaps the Wizards' 107-97 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He talks Kyshawn George and Tre Johnson's big nights, Washington's inability to win close games and Michael Winger's latest comments. Enjoy!

    Report: Wizards emerge as possible landing spot for Zion Williamson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 32:51


    Greg reacts to The Athletic's report that the Washington Wizards could have interest in trading for Zion Williamson. He breaks down the forward's interesting contract, why he does and doesn't fit with the Wizards and offers potential trade packages. Enjoy!

    Wizards' young core shines in narrow loss to Clippers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 20:55


    Alex Sarr dropped 28 points, Kyshawn George added 18 and the Wizards nearly defeated the Los Angeles Clippers. Greg shares his thoughts on the young core's promising showing, Keefe's late-game blunder and more. Enjoy!

    George drops 29 points as Wizards lose sixth straight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 29:51


    Kyshawn George scored 29 points and added 7 assists but it wasn't enough as the Wizards lost 121-115 to the Denver Nuggets. Greg has you covered with the recap. Enjoy!

    Trae Young out through All-Star break | Wizards-Clippers recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 28:44


    Trae Young will reportedly miss Washington's next 15 games due to injury, which has caused opposing fans to question the Wizards' tanking ways. Greg addressed Young's injury and recapped the Wizards' 119-105 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Enjoy!

    Sarr drops 19 points as Wizards suffer third-straight blowout loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 27:28


    Alex Sarr shined with 19 points and 15 rebounds, and Tre Johnson showcased his shooting prowess. But the Wizards' lack of a point guard showed in its third straight blowout defeat. Greg has the recap for you. Enjoy!

    Wizards showcase tanking prowess in 128-107 loss to Pelicans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 33:14


    The Washington Wizards lost 128=107 to the New Orleans Pelicans in a game Tristan Vukcevic played and Marvin Bagley did not. It was a blatant showcase of their tanking ways, and Greg broke it all down in this episode. Enjoy!

    Wizards acquire Trae Young for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 27:26


    The Washington Wizards acquired Trae Young in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. Greg breaks the trade down. Enjoy!

    Trae Young to the Wizards? Plus: Wizards-Magic recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 30:25


    Could Trae Young be traded to Wizards? Greg shares his thoughts on those trade rumors and offers his reaction to the Wizards' 120-112 win over the Orlando Magic. Enjoy!

    Young guards struggle as Wizards get dismantled by Timberwolves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 21:16


    The Wizards were dominated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 141-115 loss. Greg has you covered with a recap of the game. Enjoy!

    Wizards dominate Nets behind Champagnie's 20 points

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 24:47


    The Washington Wizards dominated the Brooklyn Nets for their fourth win in five tries. Greg's friend Charles Chisholm joins the pod to break down the win. Enjoy!

    Wizards stun Bucks behind Sarr's clutch block & McCollum's winner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 29:16


    Greg recaps another impressive win for the Wizards, who stunned the Milwaukee Bucks late behind CJ McCollum's game-winner. Bub Carrington and Alex Sarr shined with 20 points apiece. Enjoy!

    Sarr tallies 6 blocks as Wizards earn first winning streak since March

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 30:46


    Greg recaps the Wizards' 116-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies behind Alex Sarr's 6 blocks and great bench production from Justin Champagnie. Enjoy!

    Wizards' young core dominates in 138-117 win over Raptors

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 28:38


    Washington's young core of George, Coulibaly, Sarr, Carrington and Johnson combined for 86 points in an impressive 138-117 win over the Toronto Raptors. Greg breaks it all down. Enjoy!

    Wizards implode late in 126-109 loss to Hornets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 22:49


    Greg shares his thoughts on Washington's 126-109 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. Questionable rotations, injury updates and more. Enjoy!

    Washington's young backcourt impresses in 124-113 loss to the Spurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 25:21


    Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson combined for 40 points on 7-12 3PT as the undermanned Wizards fell to the Spurs, 124-113. Greg recaps the contest and shares his thoughts on Washington's young backcourt, the team's injuries and more. Enjoy!

    Sarr impresses, Coulibaly falters in return as Wizards lose by 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 29:40


    Alex Sarr dropped 18 points in his return form injury while Bilal Coulibaly struggled to find his jump shot in the Wizards' 119-94 loss to the Spurs. Greg breaks it all down. Enjoy!

    Impressive defense, Bagley's 23 points propel Wizards past Pacers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 25:01


    Marvin Bagley III scored 23 points and added nine offensive rebounds as the Wizards cruised past the Indiana Pacers, 108-89. It was the first time Washington held a team under 90 points since 2021, and Greg recaps it all. Enjoy!

    Carrington shines as Wizards blow another 4th-quarter lead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 24:15


    Greg recaps another instance of "The Wizards blow another fourth-quarter lead." Bub Carrington and Jamir Watkins shined as the Wizards fell to the Cavaliers, 130-126. Enjoy!

    Discussing Whitmore's benching, Keefe's comments and more with Ben Strober

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 41:06


    Greg is joined by Ben Strober of Locked On Wizards to discuss Cam Whitmore's benching and the ensuing comments from Brian Keefe. They also dive into the Wizards rebuild and offer their assessment of this season. Enjoy!

    Keefe benches Whitmore in Wizards' 131-116 loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 25:38


    Greg recaps another double-digit loss, this one a 131-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Bub Carrington and Tristan Vukcevic scored season-highs, while Cam Whitmore was benched. Enjoy!

    Coulibaly, Carrington struggle as shorthanded Wizards get dismantled by Sixers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 22:48


    Greg recaps another blowout loss, this one a 121-102 defeat to the Sixers. Bilal Coulibaly and Bub Carrington struggled, while Marvin Bagley and Will Riley impressed. Enjoy!

    Coulibaly's defense shines as Wizards storm back to stun Bucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 23:17


    Greg recaps an impressive comeback win for the Wizards that was fueled by Bilal Coulibaly's defense and clutch buckets from CJ McCollum and Khris Middleton. Enjoy!

    Sarr shines again as Wizards get dismantled by Pacers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 25:16


    Greg recaps another blowout loss for the Wizards, this one to the lowly Pacers. Alex Sarr had another 20-point night while Tristan Vukcevic struggled again. Enjoy!

    McCollum drops 46 as Wizards snap 14-game slide with dominant win over Atlanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 27:14


    CJ McCollum scored 46 points and Alex Sarr added 27 as the Wizards snapped their 14-game losing streak with an impressive win over the Atlanta Hawks. Greg breaks down the dominant performance. Enjoy!

    Wizards suffer another late-game collapse in 14th straight loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 22:40


    Greg recaps another blown lead for the Wizards, this one a 16-point advantage that disappeared in Washington's 121-120 loss to the Chicago Bulls. Enjoy!

    Undermanned Wizards suffer another blowout loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 20:30


    The Wizards were without Alex Sarr and Marvin Bagley against the Raptors, and it showed in their 140-110 loss. Tristan Vukcevic and Kyshawn George played bad, while Tre Johnson and Cam Whitmore played well. Greg broke it all down in this episode. Enjoy!

    Wizards show improved effort but lose 12th straight

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 27:07


    The Wizards lost their 12th straight game, but the improved effort was noticeable. Greg recaps a near-27-point comeback against the Timberwolves and another impressive showing from Kyshawn George. Enjoy!

    Wizards suffer embarrassing 23-point loss to Nets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 25:28


    Greg recaps Washington's embarrassing 129-106 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Kyshawn George scored 29 points, but the Wizards' defense was abysmal yet again. Enjoy!

    Wizards suffer another unthinkable collapse in 137-135 OT loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 29:03


    The Washington Wizards led 126-121 with 14 seconds left. They lost the game. Greg recaps another epic collapse by Washington, what it means for Brian Keefe and more. Enjoy!

    Keefe's unacceptable late-game blunder leads to Wizards' 8th-straight loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 25:59


    Brian Keefe told Kyshawn George to foul with the Wizards down by 3 points and an 8-second difference between game and shot clocks. Greg broke down Keefe's blunder, his inability to adjust and more in this episode recapping Washington's 111-105 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Enjoy!

    Sarr scores 31 as Wizards suffer another blowout loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 29:59


    Greg recaps Alex Sarr's 31-point night and offers his reaction to another blowout loss for the Wizards, this one a 136-107 defeat at the hands of the Boston Celtics. Keefe's questionable rotations, Bub and CJ's struggles and more. Enjoy!

    Wizards defensive woes continue in 119-102 loss to Knicks

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 35:06


    Greg recaps Washington's 119-102 loss to the New York Knicks. He breaks down Alex Sarr's big night, Bub Carrington and CJ McCollum's struggles and more. Enjoy!

    Coulibaly shines, Carrington struggles as Wizards fall 127-108

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 30:25


    Greg recaps Washington's 127-108 loss to the Thunder. Bilal Coulibaly shined with 16 points, Bub Carrington struggled again and the Wizards turned the ball over 23 times. Enjoy!

    McCollum, Middleton, Keefe falter late as Wizards blow 19-point lead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 30:05


    Greg recaps an unthinkable loss for the Wizards, who blew a 19-point lead and lost to the Sixers in overtime. He discusses the awful play of McCollum and Middleton, Keefe's questionable decisions and Sarr's great performance. Enjoy!

    Brian Keefe's questionable rotations sink Wizards in 139-113 loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 22:40


    Greg recaps Washington's 139-113 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. He discusses Brian Keefe using Corey Kispert to guard LaMelo Ball, Alex Sarr and Tre Johnson's impressive performances and more. Enjoy!

    Kyshawn George drops 34 points in Wizards' 117-107 win

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 28:44


    Greg recaps Kyshawn George's career night in Dallas — a 117-107 win for the Wizards. Also discussed: McCollum and Carrington's struggles, Tre Johnson shines again, Sarr's quietly awesome start and more. Enjoy!

    George shines, Wizards defense disappears in season-opening loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 30:51


    Greg recaps Washington's 133-120 loss to Milwaukee. Thoughts on: Kyshawn George, Tre Johnson's NBA debut, the team's defensive woes, Corey Kispert, Cam Whitmore and more. Enjoy!

    Washington Wizards Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 44:21


    Greg discusses everything Wizards fans need to know entering the 2025-26 season: Starters, rotation, intriguing rookies, breakout candidates, trade pieces, record predictions and more. Enjoy!

    Bub injures knee, George shines in preseason finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 27:06


    Greg recaps the Wizards' preseason finale against Detroit and provides injury updates on Bub Carrington, Cam Whitmore and AJ Johnson. He also offers his take on the final roster cuts as the season opener approaches. Enjoy!

    Preseason recap: Sarr, Riley shine + starters/rotation insight

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 32:47


    Greg recaps Washington's first two preseason games and discusses the play of Alex Sarr and Will Riley. Plus: Insight into the team's starters, rotation and more. Enjoy!

    Wizards fans have a Monumental Sports problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 46:52


    Greg is joined by Troy Haliburton to discuss Monumental's battle with YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV. They discuss the state of Monumental Sports and how Wizards fans are getting the short end of the stick. Also: Wizards thoughts after Media Day. Enjoy!

    Wizards Media Day recap, Monumental's battle with Youtube TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 36:50


    Greg sifts through the onslaught of media day quotes to provide the most noteworthy anecdotes from Wizards media day. Plus: Thoughts on Monumental Sports' ongoing battle with YouTube TV. Enjoy!

    Dawkins talks injuries and competition at presser, Poole shades Wiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 23:17


    Greg breaks down Will Dawkins' comments from his press conference on Wednesday and offers his thought on Jordan Poole's comments about Wizards screeners. Plus: Thoughts on the new City Edition uniforms. Enjoy!

    Wizards Training Camp Preview: Roster cuts, expectations and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 31:43


    Greg breaks down the Wizards' training camp roster and offers his thoughts on a trio of new signings. Also: New Wizards jerseys? Enjoy!

    Coulibaly undergoes thumb surgery, to miss time into regular season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 23:05


    Bilal Coulibaly underwent thumb surgery and will miss time into the regular season, ESPN reported Friday. Greg discusses Bilal's injury and how it affects players like Kyshawn George and Cam Whitmore. Enjoy!

    Sarr injures calf, George impresses at AmeriCup

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 28:19


    Greg discusses Alex Sarr's calf injury and why Wizards fans are frustrated with another injury in international play. Plus: Kyshawn George impresses at AmeriCup, Bilal Coulibaly's inconsistent play continues and why it could be an issue entering his third NBA season. Enjoy!

    John Wall retires from NBA, Wizards schedule and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 35:20


    Greg reacts to John Wall's retirement from the NBA and offers his thoughts on his legendary Wizards career. Also included: Wizards schedule breakdown, Alondes Williams and Skal Labissiere signings, The Athletic's 2024 re-draft and more. Enjoy!

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