Anthony Davis appears committed to the Wizards’ long-term vision despite ongoing speculation about his future in Washington.
Team president Michael Winger recently pushed back against rumors to the contrary, emphasizing that Davis has expressed enthusiasm about remaining with the organization as it works toward becoming a contender.
Winger spoke highly of the veteran forward and his approach, saying, “My conversations with AD are delightful. He’s a pro’s pro. He understands who he is in this league, he understands the direction of this league, he understands what we’re trying to do organizationally.”
According to Winger, Davis has made it clear that he wants to be part of the franchise’s next chapter.
“He’s communicated to me a strong interest in being part of what we’re building… He, like the rest of us, wants to be on a really good basketball team and compete for something big. That’s our aim, that’s what we want to do, and I’m delighted that Anthony’s here for that.”
The Wizards acquired Davis from the Dallas Mavericks before last season’s trade deadline, but he never appeared in a game for Washington.
Instead, the organization prioritized his recovery from multiple injuries and kept him sidelined for the remainder of the season.
Looking ahead, Davis remains a major part of Washington’s plans. He is set to earn $58.4 million during the upcoming campaign and also holds a $62.7 million player option for the 2027-28 season.
The franchise hopes Davis can serve as a cornerstone alongside Trae Young and a developing young core that includes the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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— RealGM (@RealGM) June 20, 2026
