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Wizards Media Day 2026: One interesting thing each player said

This post will be updated throughout the day. You can also watch Media Day here. WASHINGTON — Media days mark the unofficial start of the NBA season. For the Washington Wizards, the last three media days carried guarded optimism—excitement for…

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 4:22 PM
Wizards Media Day 2026: One interesting thing each player said
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Brian Keefe announced that Washington's fifth starting spot will be decided during preseason competition.
  • Anthony Davis stated he will wait until after the season to address contract extension discussions.
  • Trae Young praised Washington's roster depth and frontcourt size following his four-year, $212 million extension.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Washington Wizards held their 2026 media day at CareFirst Arena on Monday, where head coach Brian Keefe and players discussed the upcoming season. Keefe highlighted the team's depth and noted that open competition during the preseason will determine the final starting spot alongside Trae Young, AJ Dybantsa, Anthony Davis, and Alex Sarr.

Young expressed excitement regarding the team's frontcourt playmakers, while Davis confirmed he will wait until after the 2026-27 campaign to discuss a contract extension. Rookie AJ Dybantsa stated he felt no pressure entering the league alongside established veterans, and Deandre Ayton joined the roster following a July trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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