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S1 Ep 53George, Kispert ball out in Wizards preseason loss to Knicks

Greg details Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert's 14-point nights as the Wizards were blown out by the Knicks. Greg analyzes the performance of each players, from Alex Sarr's 12 points to Kyle Kuzma's 2-11 FG start to the preseason. Enjoy!

Oct 10, 202432 min

S1 Ep 52Sarr shines in Wizards preseason debut

Alex Sarr showed out for 15 poits in the Wizards preseason opening loss to Toronto. Greg discusses Sarr's performance and offers his analysis on each player that played minutes on Sunday night in Montreal, including Poole, Bub, George and others.

Oct 7, 202433 min

S1 Ep 51Wizards training camp recap, Leonsis' comments on Beal, media day takeaways

In this episode, Greg discusses the Wizards 21-man training camp roster, who will make the final 15-man roster, Bub's solid showing thus far and finishes by reacting to Ted Leonsis' quote on Bradley's Beal's comments surrounding the failed move to Virginia. Enjoy!

Oct 4, 202430 min

S1 Ep 50Answering the Wizards' most pressing questions entering 24-25 season

We back! In this episode, Greg answers eight pressing questions for the Wizards entering this season, including: Does Sarr live up to the hype? Who gets traded? Kispert extension?Enjoy!

Sep 20, 202439 min

S1 Ep 49Wizards offseason talk: Omoruyi cut, Kispert extension, schedule release

In this episode, Greg discusses Eugene Omoruyi being waived and how that affects the final roster decisions. Plus, a potential Corey Kispert extension and some schedule talk. Enjoy!

Aug 25, 202440 min

S1 Ep 48Exploring Wizards Trades: Kuzma, Valanciunas, Brogdon and more

In this episode, Greg discusses three mock trades involving Kyle Kuzma and Jonas Valanciunas. Additionally, Greg breaks down the availability of veterans such as Malcolm Brogdon, Corey Kispert and Marvin Bagley and explains why it may be harder than Wiz fans think to trade them. Enjoy!

Aug 8, 202442 min

S1 Ep 47Mailbag: Kuzma's trade timeline, FO's Tyus Jones blunder, role predictions for Sarr, Bub

In this episode, Greg answers viewers' questions regarding the Wizards future. Whether a Kyle Kuzma trade is imminent, the front offices' Tyus Jones blunder, predictions on Kispert's role for next season and more are answered in this episode. Enjoy!Today's pod is sponsored by Assault Wrestling Alliance, a local promotion company in Southern Maryland that provides affordable sports entertainment. You can find information on their upcoming show on their website: https://awaassaultwrestlingalliance.godaddysites.com/next-live-show

Aug 1, 202440 min

S1 Ep 46Wizards Summer League Grades, Starting Five Prediction, Kispert Extension Rumors

In this episode, Greg gives a detailed breakdown of the Wizards entire 15-man Summer League roster, including praise for Bub and a rant about Baldwin Jr, Greg also predicts the Wizards starting lineup and offers his take on a potential extension for Corey Kispert. Enjoy!

Jul 23, 202455 min

S1 Ep 45Wizards Summer League recap: Bub shines, Sarr struggles through first two games

In this episode, Greg discusses the Wizards first two Summer League games: Bub Carrington's impressive PG-play, Alex Sarr's offensive struggles and why Champagnie deserves a roster spot over Omoruyi. Enjoy!

Jul 16, 202435 min

S1 Ep 44Wizards sign Saddiq Bey, Summer League roster released, Kuzma trade rumors

Greg discusses the Saddiq Bey signing, breaks down the Wizards Summer League roster and offers his take on the Kuzma trade rumors. Enjoy!

Jul 11, 202432 min

S1 Ep 43Wizards sign Valanciunas/Vukcevic, Tyus Jones sign & trade options, roster projection

Greg discusses Valanciunas' team-friendly contract, what Vukcevic's two-way deal says about Wizards' roster space, Tyus Jones' sign & trade market and projects the Wizards opening night roster. Enjoy!

Jul 5, 202437 min

S1 Ep 42Wizards Free Agency Special

Greg breaks down Washington's key decisions as free agency begins tonight, June 30, at 6 p.m. ET. Brogdon/Shamet trade packages, Jones sign & trade expectations, re-signing Gill/Vukcevic. Enjoy!

Jun 30, 202432 min

S1 Ep 41Wizards crush Day 1 of the NBA Draft

Greg breaks down everything that went down during Round 1 of the NBA Draft: Reaction to the Deni Avdija trade, Sarr taken 2nd overall, how Bub can be elite, and why trading up for Kyshawn George is a terrific move. Enjoy!

Jun 27, 202438 min

S1 Ep 40Washington Wizards NBA Draft Guide

Greg educates Wizards fans on everything they need to know to feel prepared on draft night. Why Alex Sarr will be there at No. 2, prospects likely available at No. 26 and No. 51, plus two trade scenarios that could happen one week from today. Enjoy!

Jun 20, 202444 min

S1 Ep 39Pick No. 2 scenarios, trades with Detroit and Sacramento, pre-draft workouts

Greg explores every possible scenario surrounding the 2nd overall pick, including the Wizards moving back with Detroit as well as gaining another lottery pick from Sacramento. Plus, an updated list of prospects that have completed pre-draft workouts with the Wizards. Enjoy!

Jun 12, 202436 min

S1 Ep 38Highlights from Keefe's intro presser, Sarr falling to No, 2.

Greg breaks down the Brian Keefe intro presser, highlighting the most telling quotes for Washington's future. He also discusses Alex Sarr and the growing possibility that the French center could fall to the Wizards at No. 2.

Jun 6, 202435 min

S1 Ep 37Brian Keefe named head coach, Gaff and KP in The Finals, Sarr at No. 2

Greg breaks down why Brian Keefe is the right hire in Washington, Gafford and Porzingis making The Finals and why building around Beal was the issue, not the players put around him.

May 31, 202434 min

S1 Ep 36Recapping year one of the Michael Winger era

The Washington Wizards hired Michael Winger one year ago today, so Greg thought it would be fun to recap all the Wizards' moves since that day and breakdown exactly why Winger has helped change the trajectory of this franchise.

May 24, 202449 min

S1 Ep 35Wizards Draft Discussion, Trade Talk with Matt Modderno

Matt Modderno joins the show to discuss targets for the Wizards at picks 2, 26 and 51. Greg and Matt then analyze potential trades to get Washington up to No. 1, as well as what to do with Kyle Kuzma. Enjoy!You can find Matt on Twitter (@MattModderno) and on his podcasts (Bleav in Wizards / Bleav in DMV Hoops). Highly recommend his content!

May 21, 202451 min

S1 Ep 34Wizards get the 2nd overall pick!

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The Wizards got some lottery luck, and Greg breaks down exactly what this pick means for their future. Top prospects, possible trade scenarios and news regarding Washington's head coaching search. Enjoy!

May 13, 202434 min

S1 Ep 33Simulating the Wizards Offseason

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Greg simulates the lottery, trades with the Grizzlies for the 7th overall pick, and decides what to do with Tyus Jones. Enjoy!

May 8, 202446 min

S1 Ep 32Wizards NBA Draft Guide with Ben Pfeifer

Respected NBA Draft analyst Ben Pfeifer joins the show to discuss his favorite prospects atop the draft, preferences for Washington at pick #26, and second-round gems the Wizards could take at #52.You can follow Ben on Twitter (@bjpf_) and YouTube (@benpfeifer8192) for more draft coverage!

Apr 30, 202453 min

S1 Ep 31Wizards Offseason Preview

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Greg's brother, Jason Finberg, joins the show to discuss key dates, storylines and decisions for the Wizards this offseason. This includes NBA Draft preferences, player option deadlines and free agent predictions. Enjoy!

Apr 24, 202457 min

S1 Ep 30First Annual Teddy Awards: Wizards 2023-24 season awards

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In this special episode, Greg hands out awards for MVP, best/worst front office move, as well as some fun awards like worst contract in the NBA. Enjoy!

Apr 16, 202449 min

S1 Ep 29Vukcevic, Avdija and Poole shine, Butler inks NBA deal, lottery update and more

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Greg gives his take on Ben Standig's Twitter poll, discusses the impressive play from Tristan Vukcevic, Jordan Poole and Deni Avdija, and hypes up Jared Butler's contract.

Apr 8, 202441 min

S1 Ep 28Poole, Avdija, Kispert shine in win, mailbag questions and draft positioning

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Greg discusses Jordan Poole's ascension, Avdija and Kispert's big games vs Bucks, answers your questions and informs you on what to root for when it comes to draft positioning. Enjoy!

Apr 3, 202438 min

S1 Ep 27Will Clayton joins the pod to talk Deni Avdija, Jordan Poole and Ted's botched move to VA

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Will Clayton (@WillCIayton on Twitter) joins Greg to discuss Deni Avdija's development and what he can improve on, why Tyus Jones shouldn't return next season. Will also rants for ten minutes about Ted Leonsis' botched move to VA and why it was a slap in the face to Wizards fans. Enjoy!

Mar 29, 20241h 7m

S1 Ep 26Bilal Coulibaly out for season, Jordan Poole flashes potential at PG and Wiz win two-straight

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In this episode, Greg gives his evaluation on Coulibaly's rookie year, highlights Jordan Poole's improved play at PG and breaks down a 2-1 week for the Wizards.

Mar 25, 202441 min

S1 Ep 25Wizards show no effort in losses, Vukcevic contract details and a draft lottery update

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In this episode, Greg rants about the lack of effort these past four games, breaks down the Tristan Vukcevic contract, and provides an outlook on where the Wizards strand in the draft lottery

Mar 18, 202438 min

S1 Ep 24Wizards win two-straight games, Deni's ascendence and Kuzma's late-game struggles

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Greg discusses the wins over Charlotte and Miami, how Deni Avdija and Corey Kispert have exceeded expectations, as well as his concern with Kyle Kuzma's late-game shot selection.

Mar 11, 202430 min

S1 Ep 23Wizards 16-game losing streak, Kuzma's late-game struggles and the resurgence of Poole

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Greg discusses the Wizards historically bad losing streak, R.J. Hampton, Kyle Kuzma's clutch-time woes and how Jordan Poole has turned his season around off the bench.

Mar 7, 202437 min

S1 Ep 22Jordan Poole to the bench, Johnny Davis minutes and a potentially-winless February

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Greg discusses Jordan Poole's move to the bench, rotational minutes for Johnny Davis and Jared Butler Jr, as well as how the Wizards could make NBA history in a few days. Enjoy!

Feb 26, 202430 min

S1 Ep 21Grading every Wizards player at the All-Star break

Greg grades every Wizards player (currently on the roster) at the All-Star break.

Feb 19, 202433 min

S1 Ep 20Kuzma declines trade to Mavs, update on Wizards move to VA and an assessment on Brian Keefe through ten games

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In this episode, Greg gives his take on Kuzma declining a trade to the Mavs, provides an update on the Wizards potential move to VA and explores moving Poole to the bench.

Feb 14, 202433 min

S1 Ep 19Wizards Trade Deadline Recap

Greg shares his takes on the disappointing deadline for Washington and tries to rationalize the decisions made by the Wizards front office. Enjoy!

Feb 9, 202432 min

S1 Ep 18Last Minute Trade Deadline Thoughts

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Greg educates the listeners on the latest rumors involving Tyus Jones, Kyle Kuzma, Daniel Gafford and also offers his take on the Wizards' trade block.

Feb 7, 202431 min

S1 Ep 17Reviewing Mock Wizards Trades

Greg fields mock trades from his Twitter comments and gives his take on how realistic the move is, as well as why the Wizards should or shouldn't consider said trade. Enjoy!

Feb 2, 202430 min

S1 Ep 16Wizards Trade Deadline Predictions with Matt Modderno

Matt Modderno of the Bleav In Wizards and Bleav In DMV Hoops podcast joins Greg to discuss trade possibilities for the Wizards.

Jan 29, 202452 min

S1 Ep 15WIZARDS FIRE WES UNSELD JR.

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The Washington Wizards have parted ways with head coach Wes Unseld Jr. Unseld held a record of 77-130 through two+ season in Washington. Assistant coach Brian Keefe will take over as the interim HC.

Jan 25, 202420 min

S1 Ep 14Kyle Kuzma trade rumors, Bagley and Livers expectations, Johnny Davis to the G League

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Greg discusses trade rumors for Kyle Kuzma, Tyus Jones and Daniel Gafford while offering his thoughts on Johnny Davis being sent to the G League.

Jan 19, 202430 min

S1 Ep 13Wizards trade for Marvin Bagley, Isaiah Livers

As ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported, the Wizards are sending Mike Muscala and Danilo Gallinari to Detroit in exchange for Marvin Bagley, Isaiah Livers and two second-round picks. My thoughts on the trade:

Jan 14, 202417 min

S1 Ep 12Wizards Trade Deadline Predictions

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In this episode, Greg predicts which players on the Wizards will be traded by the feb. 8 trade deadline.

Jan 8, 202441 min

S1 Ep 11Wizards pick up win No. 4, blow two more double-digit leads en route to a 4-22 record.

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The Washington Wizards lost six in a row before beating the Pacers, just to lose two more games after that. In this episode, Greg breaks down a 1-4 week in Washington, highlighting the good, the bad and the ugly.

Dec 20, 202337 min

S1 Ep 10Recapping another winless week in Washington

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In this episode, Greg breaks down close losses to Orlando and Philly, and takes trime to discuss what to do with Johnny Davis.

Dec 8, 202331 min

S1 Ep 9Another epic collapse in Charlotte, blowout losses to Orlando and Atlanta, and the Wizards' first win since Nov. 8

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In this episode, Greg recaps a 1-4 stretch for the Wizards, which included another 19+-point blown lead. He also gets into the great plpay of Kuz, not so great play of Poole, and Deni Avdija's offensive resurgence.

Nov 30, 202342 min

S1 Ep 8Wizards collapse in the 4th quarter...again

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I offer my unfiltered thoughts on the brutal 23-point collapse in Toronto, Bilal Coulibaly's intriguing development, and break down the other two games in what was an 0-3 week for the Wizards.

Nov 16, 202339 min

S1 Ep 7Wizards go 1-3 on road trip - Kuz and Deni excel

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In this episode, Greg breaks down the final three games of the recent road trip. He offers his opinion on the Wizards 3rd quarter struggles, lack of adjustments, and poor defensive effort.

Nov 9, 202333 min

S1 Ep 6Defense struggles as Wizards go 1-2 to start the season

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The Wizards opened up the 2023-24 season with a dud against Indiana, giving up 143 points. They followed that effort with a strong home-opening win against Memphis, with Corey Kispert being the focal point., Then, Unseld's squad took a step back in a blowout loss to Boston.

Oct 31, 202335 min

S1 Ep 5Wizards Season Preview with Matt Modderno

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Matt Modderno of the "Bleav in Wizards" podcast joins Greg to discuss final roster cuts, predictions for the starting lineup, and some areas of concern for the Wizards as the kick off their 2023-24 campaign this Wednesday in Indiana.

Oct 23, 202355 min

S1 Ep 4@Domo8186 joins Greg to discuss preseason game #1, player development, and expectations for the Wizards

In this episode, @Domo8186 joins Greg as they break down the Wizards first preseason game against the Cairns Taipans. They discuss how to best develop young talent, the decision to exercise Wes Unseld Jr's option, and possible trade deadline deals.

Oct 11, 202340 min