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Anthony Davis Makes Surprise Decision on Wizards Future — But There’s a Catch

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Anthony Davis will wait until next offseason to discuss an extension with the Washington Wizards. Davis will make $58.5 million this season.

By Dallas Sports Journal · Yard Barker

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 7:31 PM

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Anthony Davis will wait until next offseason to negotiate a contract extension with the Washington Wizards.
Davis is set to earn $58.5 million this season and holds a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28.
The 33-year-old missed playing time for Washington last season because of ligament damage in his left hand.

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Anthony Davis announced at media day that he will wait until the upcoming offseason to hold contract extension discussions with the Washington Wizards. The 33-year-old big man is earning $58.5 million this season and holds a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28.

Davis missed time last season due to a hand injury after joining Washington following a brief stint with the Dallas Mavericks. The Wizards enter the 2026-27 season with an overhauled roster, featuring Trae Young, rookie top pick AJ Dybantsa, and Alex Sarr alongside Davis.

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