Washington, D.C.
2026–2027 Season
Icons who defined the franchise's identity
Elvin Hayes
Elvin Hayes
Elvin Hayes
Numbers raised to the rafters forever
The Washington Wizards franchise has operated under several names since its founding in 1961 as the Chicago Packers. After becoming the Baltimore Bullets and then the Capital/Washington Bullets, the team won its only NBA championship in 1978 behind Wes Unseld and Elvin Hayes. The franchise rebranded as the Wizards in 1997. Michael Jordan came out of retirement to play two seasons (2001-2003). Gilbert Arenas brought excitement with his "Agent Zero" persona in the mid-2000s. John Wall and Bradley Beal formed a dynamic backcourt for nearly a decade. The franchise is currently rebuilding with young talent, looking to establish a new competitive era in the nation's capital.
Chicago Packers(1961-1962)
Chicago Zephyrs(1962-1963)
Baltimore Bullets(1963-1973)
Capital Bullets(1973-1974)
Washington Bullets(1974-1997)
Anthony Davis was traded to the Washington Wizards on February 5, 2026 — the most consequential big-man relocation of the season. The case for why his unicorn skillset is the analytical template every modern frontcourt is now built around.
Conference
Eastern
Division
Southeast
Home Arena
Capital One Arena
Founded
1961
Mascot
G-Wiz
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