Mike Jones
Articles by Mike Jones
Wizards sticking to the script
The NBA's 3 p.m. trade deadline came and went Thursday without the Washington Wizards making any roster moves. Published February 20, 2009
Jamison wants to stay
Wizards forward says he would rather not be traded. Published February 19, 2009
NBA Report
Going out with a jig and a jam. Published February 18, 2009
Wizards get needed response
The Washington Wizards exited the All-Star break with the goal of taking steps to redeem themselves after ranking among the basement dwellers of the NBA for the first part of the season. Published February 18, 2009
Wizards Plus
Seen and heard at Verizon Center. Published February 18, 2009
Still struggling, still upbeat
Despite having the worst record at the All-Star break in franchise history, the Washington Wizards returned from the much-needed four-day rest determined not to give up on the season. Published February 17, 2009
Wizards get a break
Team hobbles into All-Star break with relief. Published February 13, 2009
Defense backfires on Wizards
CHARLOTTE, N.C. | After the Los Angeles Lakers traded him to the Charlotte Bobcats over the weekend, forward Vladimir Radmanovic criticized his former coach, Phil Jackson, for not using his role players effectively. Published February 12, 2009
Hawks blow past Wizards
Another center falls as Songaila leaves with elbow injury. Published February 11, 2009
Butler lifts Wizards to win with sick finish
After missing two games while being ravaged by the flu, Washington Wizards swingman Caron Butler returned to action Sunday night and carried his team to a 119-117 victory against the Indiana Pacers at Verizon Center. Published February 9, 2009
‘Hero basketball’ leaves Wizards feeling woeful
On Friday night against the Denver Nuggets, the Washington Wizards found themselves in an all-too-familiar position. They hung with the opposition for the better part of a half, then let the game get out of hand - and saw it end in embarrassment. Published February 8, 2009
Listless Wizards overwhelmed again
Another night, another ugly loss for the short-handed Washington Wizards. Published February 7, 2009
Pecherov proves worth
Persistence pays off for Wizards forward/center. Published February 6, 2009
NBA Report
Lakers prepare for life without Bynum. Published February 4, 2009
Wizards get work out
Tapscott gives team long practice after weak effort. Published February 4, 2009
Wizards Plus
Seen and heard at Verizon Center. Published February 3, 2009
‘Worst effort’ yet results in another loss
The Washington Wizards remained in the league's basement thanks to a 113-97 loss to Memphis in front of a season-low crowd of 11,442 at Verizon Center on Monday night. Published February 3, 2009
Tapscott relishing his chance
He appreciates his new job as the Wizards' head coach. Published February 2, 2009
Wizards find the right elixir
There's an old proverb that says a joyful heart does good like a medicine. For the Washington Wizards, so does playing an opponent like the Los Angeles Clippers. Published February 1, 2009
Same script for Wizards
They got the usual All-Star-worthy performances from captains Antawn Jamison and Caron Butler, and impressive showings from young contributors Dominic McGuire and Javaris Crittenton. If only the Washington Wizards could have gotten off to a better start. And if only they had a closer. Published January 31, 2009
