Washington Wizards Stats, Analysis, Schedule & More
Welcome to your comprehensive guide to betting on the Washington Wizards. Washington enters the 2025–26 season as one of the most market-sensitive rebuilding teams in the NBA, defined by developmental priorities, role volatility, and conservative baseline pricing. The Wizards are not expected to compete nightly in the standings, but that does not eliminate betting value. In fact, teams in Washington’s phase often produce exploitable inefficiencies when motivation, rotation intent, and opponent complacency intersect.

Washington Wizards Betting Odds and Picks
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Washington Wizards History
The Washington Wizards’ journey began in 1961 as the Chicago Packers, marking the franchise’s entry into the NBA. The team underwent several name changes, shifting from the Chicago Zephyrs to the Baltimore Bullets in 1963, then becoming the Capital Bullets and Washington Bullets as they relocated closer to Washington, D.C. In the 1970s, the team found success, claiming their first and only NBA Championship in 1978. With players like Wes Unseld and Elvin Hayes, the Wizards secured a lasting legacy during the era when the team was at its peak.
In 1997, the Bullets rebranded as the Washington Wizards, symbolizing a fresh chapter for the franchise. Since then, the Wizards have seen a mix of ups and downs, with notable moments including the drafting of star players like Gilbert Arenas and John Wall. However, injuries and roster changes impacted the team’s potential to make deep playoff runs. Despite some challenging years, these players brought a spark that kept Washington competitive and built a passionate fan base.
Recently, the Wizards have entered a rebuilding phase, aiming to establish a foundation with new talent like Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole. While they’ve struggled to break into consistent playoff contention, the Wizards continue to evolve and work toward forming a cohesive unit capable of taking them deeper into the playoffs. This ongoing journey reflects the highs and lows of a franchise that’s always been a memorable part of the NBA landscape.
Washington Wizards Timeline
- 1961: Franchise established as the Chicago Packers.
- 1963: Team renamed as the Chicago Zephyrs, then moved to Baltimore to become the Baltimore Bullets.
- 1973: Relocated to Washington, D.C., and rebranded as the Capital Bullets.
- 1974: Changed name to Washington Bullets.
- 1978: Won their first and only NBA Championship.
- 1997: Rebranded as the Washington Wizards.
- 2001: Michael Jordan came out of retirement to join the Wizards as a player.
- 2009: Drafted John Wall, who became a pivotal player for the franchise.
- 2010-2018: Enjoyed playoff appearances but never made it past the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
- 2020: Acquired Russell Westbrook, who led the team back to the playoffs.
- 2021: Traded Westbrook and began focusing on a younger core, including Kyle Kuzma.
- 2023: Rebuilt around key players like Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma, entering a new development phase.
Washington Wizards Stats
Washington generally plays at a moderate-to-faster pace, particularly when younger guards and wings are emphasized. They are comfortable pushing tempo, attacking early in the shot clock, and leaning into transition offense. This naturally elevates possession counts and introduces variance into totals, especially against teams that struggle with transition defense.
Offensively, efficiency remains inconsistent. The Wizards rely on individual creation, dribble penetration, and transition opportunities rather than refined half-court structure. Shot quality can fluctuate widely from game to game, which makes pregame team totals less reliable and increases the importance of live betting once offensive rhythm becomes clearer.
Defensively, Washington continues to struggle with containment and rebounding. While effort levels can be high, structural discipline is uneven, particularly in half-court coverage and defensive rebounding. Opponents that attack the paint or control the glass often exceed expectations, making opponent team totals and overs relevant when early defensive indicators are poor.
Washington Wizards Roster
The Wizards’ roster construction is centered on development, evaluation, and long-term asset growth. Offensive usage is fluid, with responsibilities shifting based on availability, matchup, and performance. This lack of rigid hierarchy increases volatility across spreads and player props but also creates opportunity when the market assumes stability.
The supporting cast consists largely of young players with expanding roles and veterans asked to provide structure rather than dominance. Minute allocation can change quickly, particularly in back-to-back situations or during evaluation stretches. Bettors who track minute trends closely often gain an edge in identifying prop value before lines adjust.
Rotation continuity is one of the most important variables when handicapping Washington. When lineups remain consistent, efficiency improves modestly. When rotations change frequently, defensive breakdowns increase and pace tends to spike, pushing games toward higher-scoring environments than pregame numbers suggest.
Washington Wizards Injury Report
The Wizards have dealt with a few injuries this season, impacting their defensive lineup and rotation options. These injuries have affected their defensive consistency, requiring younger players to step up into larger roles.

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Washington Wizards Betting Outlook and Trends
Washington’s betting profile is shaped by developmental variance, pace-driven volatility, and low public expectations. Bettors who focus on effort level, matchup, and early-game indicators can find value before the market fully reacts.
• Pace-Driven Totals Volatility: Wizards totals can swing sharply based on tempo. Overs become viable when transition play dominates, while unders appear when Washington is forced into half-court offense.
• ATS Value as Large Underdogs: Washington tends to perform better ATS when priced as significant underdogs, particularly against teams that relax defensively.
• Home Court Energy: At home, effort levels are often higher, tightening spreads even when talent gaps exist.
• Road Game Exposure: Away from home, defensive issues are magnified, creating value in opponent team totals and overs.
• Live Betting Indicators: Early shot quality, turnover rate, and defensive rebounding are critical. When Washington struggles to finish defensive possessions early, live overs often gain value.
Betting trends from last season showed Washington covering spreads more frequently as double-digit underdogs than in competitive lines. Totals leaned over in games where pace exceeded expectations and defensive rebounding collapsed, while unders appeared when Washington successfully slowed tempo. Player props showed high variance tied to role expansion and minute fluctuation rather than matchup stability.
Betting Trends from Last Season
Last season, the Wizards had several notable betting trends that shaped betting approaches:
- High Over/Under Totals: Wizards games often had high-scoring outcomes, hitting the over in games against teams with similarly high-tempo offenses. This trend provided value for bettors focused on points total lines, particularly in matchups against offensive-oriented teams.
- First Half Betting: The Wizards showed a tendency to start games strong before faltering in the second half. Bettors who took advantage of first-half spreads or first-half totals found value in Wizards games, as the team often led at halftime.
- Against the Spread (ATS) at Home: While struggling on the road, the Wizards performed relatively well at home ATS. Bettors backing the Wizards in home games, especially as underdogs, often saw favorable results, as Washington played with greater confidence and consistency on their home court.
Washington Wizards Schedule
Don’t miss a single Washington Wizards game this season:
Pre Season
| Week | Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Date: Thu 12/10/2023 | Opponent: Charlotte Hornets | Result: W 98-92 |
| Week 2 | Date: Wed 18/10/2023 | Opponent: New York Knicks | Result: W 131-106 |
| Week 2 | Date: Fri 20/10/2023 | Opponent: Toronto Raptors | Result: L 98-134 |
| Week 3 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 4 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 5 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 6 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 7 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 8 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 9 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 10 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 11 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 12 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
Regular Season
| Week | Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Date: Wed 25/10/2023 | Opponent: Indiana Pacers | Result: L 120-143 |
| Week 1 | Date: Sat 28/10/2023 | Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies | Result: W 113-106 |
| Week 2 | Date: Mon 30/10/2023 | Opponent: Boston Celtics | Result: L 107-126 |
| Week 2 | Date: Wed 01/11/2023 | Opponent: Atlanta Hawks | Result: L 121-130 |
| Week 2 | Date: Fri 03/11/2023 | Opponent: Miami Heat | Result: L 114-121 |
| Week 3 | Date: Mon 06/11/2023 | Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers | Result: L 128-146 |
| Week 3 | Date: Wed 08/11/2023 | Opponent: Charlotte Hornets | Result: W 132-116 |
| Week 3 | Date: Fri 10/11/2023 | Opponent: Charlotte Hornets | Result: L 117-124 |
| Week 3 | Date: Sun 12/11/2023 | Opponent: Brooklyn Nets | Result: L 94-102 |
| Week 4 | Date: Mon 13/11/2023 | Opponent: Toronto Raptors | Result: L 107-111 |
| Week 4 | Date: Wed 15/11/2023 | Opponent: Dallas Mavericks | Result: L 117-130 |
| Week 4 | Date: Fri 17/11/2023 | Opponent: New York Knicks | Result: L 99-120 |
| Week 5 | Date: Mon 20/11/2023 | Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks | Result: L 129-142 |
| Week 5 | Date: Wed 22/11/2023 | Opponent: Charlotte Hornets | Result: L 114-117 |
| Week 5 | Date: Fri 24/11/2023 | Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks | Result: L 128-131 |
| Week 5 | Date: Sat 25/11/2023 | Opponent: Atlanta Hawks | Result: L 108-136 |
| Week 6 | Date: Mon 27/11/2023 | Opponent: Detroit Pistons | Result: W 126-107 |
| Week 6 | Date: Wed 29/11/2023 | Opponent: Orlando Magic | Result: L 120-139 |
| Week 6 | Date: Fri 01/12/2023 | Opponent: Orlando Magic | Result: L 125-130 |
| Week 7 | Date: Wed 06/12/2023 | Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers | Result: L 126-131 |
| Week 7 | Date: Fri 08/12/2023 | Opponent: Brooklyn Nets | Result: L 97-124 |
| Week 8 | Date: Mon 11/12/2023 | Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers | Result: L 101-146 |
| Week 8 | Date: Wed 13/12/2023 | Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans | Result: L 122-142 |
| Week 8 | Date: Fri 15/12/2023 | Opponent: Indiana Pacers | Result: W 137-123 |
| Week 8 | Date: Sun 17/12/2023 | Opponent: Phoenix Suns | Result: L 108-112 |
| Week 9 | Date: Mon 18/12/2023 | Opponent: Sacramento Kings | Result: L 131-143 |
| Week 9 | Date: Thu 21/12/2023 | Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers | Result: W 118-117 |
| Week 9 | Date: Fri 22/12/2023 | Opponent: Golden State Warriors | Result: L 118-129 |
| Week 10 | Date: Tue 26/12/2023 | Opponent: Orlando Magic | Result: L 119-127 |
| Week 10 | Date: Wed 27/12/2023 | Opponent: Toronto Raptors | Result: L 102-132 |
| Week 10 | Date: Fri 29/12/2023 | Opponent: Brooklyn Nets | Result: W 110-104 |
| Week 10 | Date: Sun 31/12/2023 | Opponent: Atlanta Hawks | Result: L 126-130 |
| Week 11 | Date: Wed 03/01/2024 | Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers | Result: L 101-140 |
| Week 11 | Date: Fri 05/01/2024 | Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers | Result: L 90-114 |
| Week 11 | Date: Sat 06/01/2024 | Opponent: New York Knicks | Result: L 105-121 |
| Week 12 | Date: Mon 08/01/2024 | Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder | Result: L 128-136 |
| Week 12 | Date: Wed 10/01/2024 | Opponent: Indiana Pacers | Result: L 104-112 |
| Week 12 | Date: Sat 13/01/2024 | Opponent: Atlanta Hawks | Result: W 127-99 |
| Week 13 | Date: Mon 15/01/2024 | Opponent: Detroit Pistons | Result: L 117-129 |
| Week 13 | Date: Thu 18/01/2024 | Opponent: New York Knicks | Result: L 109-113 |
| Week 13 | Date: Sat 20/01/2024 | Opponent: San Antonio Spurs | Result: L 127-131 |
| Week 13 | Date: Sun 21/01/2024 | Opponent: Denver Nuggets | Result: L 104-113 |
| Week 14 | Date: Wed 24/01/2024 | Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves | Result: L 107-118 |
| Week 14 | Date: Thu 25/01/2024 | Opponent: Utah Jazz | Result: L 108-123 |
| Week 14 | Date: Sat 27/01/2024 | Opponent: Detroit Pistons | Result: W 118-104 |
| Week 15 | Date: Mon 29/01/2024 | Opponent: San Antonio Spurs | Result: W 118-113 |
| Week 15 | Date: Wed 31/01/2024 | Opponent: L.A. Clippers | Result: L 109-125 |
| Week 15 | Date: Fri 02/02/2024 | Opponent: Miami Heat | Result: L 102-110 |
| Week 15 | Date: Sun 04/02/2024 | Opponent: Phoenix Suns | Result: L 112-140 |
| Week 16 | Date: Wed 07/02/2024 | Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers | Result: L 106-114 |
| Week 16 | Date: Fri 09/02/2024 | Opponent: Boston Celtics | Result: L 129-133 |
| Week 16 | Date: Sat 10/02/2024 | Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers | Result: L 113-119 |
| Week 17 | Date: Mon 12/02/2024 | Opponent: Dallas Mavericks | Result: L 104-112 |
| Week 17 | Date: Wed 14/02/2024 | Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans | Result: L 126-133 |
| Week 18 | Date: Thu 22/02/2024 | Opponent: Denver Nuggets | Result: L 110-130 |
| Week 18 | Date: Fri 23/02/2024 | Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder | Result: L 106-147 |
| Week 18 | Date: Sun 25/02/2024 | Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers | Result: L 105-114 |
| Week 19 | Date: Tue 27/02/2024 | Opponent: Golden State Warriors | Result: L 112-123 |
| Week 19 | Date: Thu 29/02/2024 | Opponent: L.A. Lakers | Result: L 131-134 |
| Week 19 | Date: Fri 01/03/2024 | Opponent: L.A. Clippers | Result: L 115-140 |
| Week 20 | Date: Mon 04/03/2024 | Opponent: Utah Jazz | Result: L 115-127 |
| Week 20 | Date: Wed 06/03/2024 | Opponent: Orlando Magic | Result: L 109-119 |
| Week 20 | Date: Fri 08/03/2024 | Opponent: Charlotte Hornets | Result: W 112-100 |
| Week 20 | Date: Sun 10/03/2024 | Opponent: Miami Heat | Result: W 110-108 |
| Week 21 | Date: Tue 12/03/2024 | Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies | Result: L 97-109 |
| Week 21 | Date: Thu 14/03/2024 | Opponent: Houston Rockets | Result: L 119-135 |
| Week 21 | Date: Sat 16/03/2024 | Opponent: Chicago Bulls | Result: L 98-127 |
| Week 21 | Date: Sun 17/03/2024 | Opponent: Boston Celtics | Result: L 104-130 |
| Week 22 | Date: Tue 19/03/2024 | Opponent: Houston Rockets | Result: L 114-137 |
| Week 22 | Date: Thu 21/03/2024 | Opponent: Sacramento Kings | Result: W 109-102 |
| Week 22 | Date: Sat 23/03/2024 | Opponent: Toronto Raptors | Result: W 112-109 |
| Week 23 | Date: Mon 25/03/2024 | Opponent: Chicago Bulls | Result: W 107-105 |
| Week 23 | Date: Wed 27/03/2024 | Opponent: Brooklyn Nets | Result: L 119-122 |
| Week 23 | Date: Fri 29/03/2024 | Opponent: Detroit Pistons | Result: L 87-96 |
| Week 23 | Date: Sun 31/03/2024 | Opponent: Miami Heat | Result: L 107-119 |
| Week 24 | Date: Tue 02/04/2024 | Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks | Result: W 117-113 |
| Week 24 | Date: Wed 03/04/2024 | Opponent: L.A. Lakers | Result: L 120-125 |
| Week 24 | Date: Fri 05/04/2024 | Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers | Result: L 102-108 |
| Week 24 | Date: Sun 07/04/2024 | Opponent: Toronto Raptors | Result: L 122-130 |
| Week 25 | Date: Tue 09/04/2024 | Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves | Result: L 121-130 |
| Week 25 | Date: Fri 12/04/2024 | Opponent: Chicago Bulls | Result: L 127-129 |
| Week 25 | Date: Sun 14/04/2024 | Opponent: Boston Celtics | Result: L 122-132 |
| Week 26 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 27 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 28 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 29 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 30 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 31 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 32 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 33 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 34 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 35 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 36 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 37 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 38 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 39 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 40 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 41 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 42 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 43 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 44 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 45 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 46 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 47 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 48 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 49 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 50 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 51 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 52 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 53 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 54 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 55 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 56 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 57 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 58 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 59 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 60 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 61 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
| Week 62 | Date: BYE | Opponent: BYE | Result: BYE |
Key Players for Betting on the Washington Wizards
Washington player markets are driven by opportunity, usage experimentation, and minute trends rather than consistent efficiency. Bettors gain an edge by identifying which players are positioned for expanded roles on a given night.
• Jordan Poole: Anchors scoring and usage-based props, with volatility tied closely to shot volume and pace.
• Kyle Kuzma: Provides situational value in points and rebounds props depending on lineup balance and matchup.
• Tyus Jones: Offers assist prop value when primary ball-handling responsibilities stabilize.
• Bilal Coulibaly: Creates value in defensive stat props and usage-based unders due to role variability.
Make Money Betting on the Washington Wizards in 2025–26
The Wizards can be a profitable team for bettors who embrace variance and react faster than the market. The strongest edges come from ATS positions as large underdogs, selective overs driven by pace and rebounding mismatches, and live betting once role distribution and tempo become clear.
In the 2025–26 season, successful Washington betting comes from discipline and timing. When bettors align with how the Wizards are actually being deployed on a given night rather than relying on preseason expectations, market inefficiencies become much easier to identify and exploit.


