WASHINGTON (AP) \u2014 Anthony Davis’ long-term future with the Washington Wizards isn’t clear, but the star at least knows he’s committed to the franchise for one more season.<\/p>\n
Davis spoke fondly on Monday about his teammates on the Wizards and how he believes the team has pieces in place to build a competitor.<\/p>\n
“When the trade happened and I got here, I’ve said this place is not what people make it seem,” Davis said. “It’s a testament to the organization, the coaching staff, the players, everybody here. I want to be able to have fun where I am. I want to be able to compete where I am. I want to be able to learn wherever I am \u2014 and this organization has that.”<\/p>\n
The Wizards went 17-65 in 2025-26 \u2014 the worst record in the NBA and their third straight 64-plus loss season.<\/p>\n
When asked at the season-ending news conference about his future in Washington, he joked that he obviously plans to play for the Wizards next season.<\/p>\n
“Yeah, I’m under contract,” he said with a laugh. “I love my money.”<\/p>\n
The Wizards acquired the 33-year-old Davis from Dallas in an eight player trade in February. That was about a month after Washington acquired high-scoring guard Trae Young from Atlanta.<\/p>\n
Davis said Monday he’s intrigued by Washington’s young core of players and the foundation the front office has put in place.<\/p>\n
Davis has been recovering from a sprained finger on his non-shooting hand since Jan. 8. He added he plans to meet with Wizards management soon about his future and the organizations’ plan for building a contender.<\/p>\n
“They know that I want to win,” he said. “I’m sure that they want to win as well. Nobody wants to lose. … I know we have a lot of young guys but like I said, I mentioned it about the young guys \u2014 how talented they are. Adding Trae and myself kind of can help change that.<\/p>\n
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