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  • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    The Phoenix Suns have agreed to acquire Bradley Beal from the Washington Wizards for a package that includes Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, multiple second round picks and pick swaps. The Suns own their second rounders from 2023 until 2028, as well as pick swaps in 2024 and 2026. The Suns previously owe their first rounders in 2023, 2025, 2027 and 2029 to the Brooklyn Nets. Brooklyn also owns swap rig...2023
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  • Wizards Part Ways With Tommy Sheppard
    • Wizards Part Ways With Tommy Sheppard
    The Washington Wizards have parted ways with Tommy Sheppard as general manager. Sheppard was promoted from interim general manager in 2019 after replacing Ernie Grunfeld and had been with the franchise since 2003. During Sheppard's tenure, the Wizards traded John Wall and subsequently signed Bradley Beal to a supermax contract. The Wizards reached the playoffs in just one of Sheppard's four season...2023
  • Wizards fire general manager Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs in three of his four seasons at the helm
    • Wizards fire general manager Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs in three of his four seasons at the helm
    Sheppard took over for Ernie Grunfeld in 2019...2023
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  • • Dan Grunfeld, Son of Ernie Grunfeld, Shares His Family’s Story of Surviving the Holocaust in New Book, ‘By the Grace of the Game’
    After an extensive pro hoops career overseas, Dan Grunfeld has found himself writing a new chapter. The former Stanford Cardinal traveled the world playing in Germany, Italy and Jerusalem, had attended business school at his alma mater, and, as the son of former NBA GM Ernie Grunfeld, had met many notable names and faces in […] The post Dan Grunfeld, Son of Ernie Grunfeld, Shares His Family&...2021
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  • Wizards extend contract of GM Sheppard on heels of team’s fast start
    • Wizards extend contract of GM Sheppard on heels of team’s fast start
    Sheppard has made a lot of smart moves since taking over for Ernie Grunfeld....2021
  • Wizards extend, promote general manager Tommy Sheppard
    • Wizards extend, promote general manager Tommy Sheppard
    Sheppard took control of the Wizards’ front office in 2019, replacing longtime head of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld....2021
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  • • John Wall thanks ousted Wizards GM in Twitter post
    The Washington Wizards finally bit the bullet and fired longtime general manager Ernie Grunfeld on Tuesday. It’s been a long time coming for one of the most disappointing organizations in the entire sports world. Following Grunfeld’s ousting, injured Wizards star John Wall thanked the former general manager while looking ahead to the future. Hired to head the Wizards’ front office all the way back...2019
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  • • Wizards fire longtime executive Ernie Grunfeld
    The Washington Wizards took a big step back this year after reaching the playoffs in four of the past five seasons, and one longtime front office executive has lost his job because of it. On Tuesday, the Wizards announced that they have fired president of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld. Owner Ted Leonsis acknowledged that injuries have played a role in the Wizards only winning 32 games to th...2019
  • • Wizards dismiss longtime exec Ernie Grunfeld
    The Wizards have decided to part ways with longtime president of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld, league sources tell Marc Stein of The New York Times (Twitter link). According to Stein (via Twitter), Grunfeld was informed of the decision Tuesday by team owner Ted Leonsis. The Wizards have confirmed the move in a press release, announcing that senior vice president of basketball operations To...2019
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  • • Bradley Beal not making excuses for Wizards' disappointing season
    Despite missing out on the playoffs, Wizards star Bradley Beal refuses to blame his team’s shortcomings on owner Ted Leonsis or upper management. Washington fell to 31-46 on the season by losing to the Jazz on Friday, holding just a 22-16 record at home and 9-30 record on the road. Wizards general manager Ernie Grunfeld — overseen by Leonsis — put together a roster that many league observers were ...2019
  • • Five key offseason questions for the Washington Wizards
    After winning a playoff series and pushing the Celtics to a seventh game in the Eastern Conference Semifinals in 2017, the Wizards entered the 2017/18 season looking to compete for a spot in the NBA Finals. However, the club battled injuries and inconsistent play through the year, ultimately taking a step back. Washington finished eighth in the East at 43-39, and was quickly dispatched in the firs...2018
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  • • Nene Hilario to Rockets: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
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  • • Top 2016 Offseason Priorities for the Washington Wizards
    2016
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  • • John Wall reportedly ‘cursed out’ Randy Wittman, Wizards
    The Washington Wizards took a step back this year, missing the postseason after winning a playoff series in each of their past two seasons. From the sound of it, frustration recently boiled over for John Wall. NBA analyst Peter Vecsey reports that Wall “cursed out” Wizards coach Randy Wittman and the team last week prior to Washington’s loss against the Detroit Pistons. Prior 2 Wiz playoff elimin...2016
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  • • Wizards sign Marcus Thornton, waive Gary Neal
    The Washington Wizards have signed guard Marcus Thornton and waived guard Gary Neal. “Marcus brings experience and shooting to our backcourt and helps us fill a void caused by Gary’s injury with another veteran player,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld. “His skill set will allow him to fit right in to our system and give our [...]...2016
  • • Jared Dudley Injury: Updates on Wizards Forward's Recovery from Back Surgery
    2015
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  • 2023
    "Sheppard took over for Ernie Grunfeld in 2019"

  • 2021
    "Sheppard took control of the Wizards’ front office in 2019, replacing longtime head of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld."

  • 2020
    "As the sun was setting on the Ernie Grunfeld era, the Wizards made one last desperation move last season."

  • 2019
    "Ernie Grunfeld's 16 years as president of the Wizards came to an end Tuesday with his firing."

  • 2018
    "“We’re very familiar with Ramon,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld."

  • 2017
    "Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has signed free agent forward Mike Scott."

  • 2016
    "“Nene was huge,” general manager Ernie Grunfeld said, per Todd Dybas of the Washington Times."

  • 2015
    "  Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld spoke with CSN Washington about the Beal situation: We have all the way to October to get something done on that front."

  • 2014
    "Washington Wizards Must Change Offensive Identity Without Bradley Beal"

Ernie Grunfeld trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    2023
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  • • Wizards Part Ways With Tommy Sheppard
    2023
  • • Wizards extend contract of GM Sheppard on heels of team’s fast start
    2021
  • Report: Wizards could be buyer before trade deadline, maybe for Tristan Thompson
    • Report: Wizards could be buyer before trade deadline, maybe for Tristan Thompson
    As the sun was setting on the Ernie Grunfeld era, the Wizards made one last desperation move last season. Washington traded Kelly Oubre for Trevor Ariza, who was an impending unrestricted free agent and 10 years older than Oubre....2020
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  • • Wizards need to address Bradley Beal's frustration immediately
    The Wizards need to figure out the source of Bradley Beal‘s frustration and address it right away, writes David Aldridge of The Athletic. Beal lashed out at the team’s “culture” after a tough loss Wednesday in Chicago and said he was frustrated to keep seeing “winnable games” slip away. A source tells Aldridge it was the angriest he has seen Beal since he came to Washington in 2012. Aldridge notes...2020
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  • • Wizards expected to keep Scott Brooks as coach
    The shakeup in Washington won’t include head coach Scott Brooks, according to David Aldridge of The Athletic. The Wizards fired GM Ernie Grunfeld Tuesday as the first step in what could be a massive housecleaning, but multiple sources tell Aldridge that Brooks’ job remains safe. Brooks has a 124-118 record since taking over in Washington in 2016. He still has two years left on his five-year, $35M ...2019
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  • Report: Wizards looking at Nuggets president Tim Connelly to replace Ernie Grunfeld
    • Report: Wizards looking at Nuggets president Tim Connelly to replace Ernie Grunfeld
    The draft is coming up soon and there's lots to do for Washington....2019
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  • • Report: Wizards GM job is highly desirable
    The Washington Wizards will be in the market for a new GM after firing longtime team executive Ernie Grunfeld on Tuesday, and they will likely have plenty of suitors for the vacancy. NBC Sports Washington reports that many executives find the job to be desirable and want it. “It’s amazing how many guys want that job,” one rival league executive told Tom Haberstroh. “A ton of names want it.” That m...2019
  • • John Wall thanks ousted Wizards GM in Twitter post
    2019
  • • Wizards look to groom Troy Brown Jr. as a point guard
    The Washington Wizards‘ solution to losing John Wall for at least 12 months appears to include grooming rookie Troy Brown Jr. as a point guard, writes Chase Hughes of NBC Sports.  Brown has the size of a small forward, but grew up running the point. Coach Scott Brooks and team president Ernie Grunfeld believe Brown has the potential to be successful as a point guard in the NBA. Much of Brown's tra...2019

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  • • Wizards sign Ron Baker, waive Okaro White
    The Washington Wizards have signed free agent guard Ron Baker. “Ron is a tough and physical defender who can give us added depth in the backcourt,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld. “He is a hard-nosed player who will have the chance to earn minutes with his competitiveness and intensity.” Baker (6-4, 220) has averaged 3.3 points, 1.8 [...]...2018
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  • • Wizards sign Ty lawson
    The Washington Wizards have signed free agent guard Ty Lawson. “Ty’s experience and ability will give us extra depth in the backcourt during the playoffs,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld. “He’s a veteran player who can score and distribute while bringing additional postseason experience.” Lawson has averaged 12.7 points (.460 FG%, .359 3FGt%, .770 FT%), 6.0 [...]...2018
  • • Is Bradley Beal finally good?
    Remember when the Wizards were chronic underachievers because John Wall and Bradley Beal couldn’t get along? Neither do I, because that narrative wasn’t true. While Washington’s star-studded backcourt probably suffered from a lack of chemistry, they also suffered from Beal not actually being that good. To be sure, the 23-year-old was a solid NBA guard, but the comparisons to Ray Allen made many pe...2017
  • • Wizards re-sign Marcus Thornton
    The Wizards have re-signed guard Marcus Thornton. “Marcus is a proven veteran who gives us experience and scoring off the bench and will add depth at the two-guard position,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld. Starting for the Wizards in the backcourt are John Wall at point guard and Bradley Beal at shooting guard. Thornton averaged 8.4 points and [...]...2016
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  • • Nene Hilario to Rockets: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
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  • • Top 2016 Offseason Priorities for the Washington Wizards
    2016
  • • Jared Dudley Injury: Updates on Wizards Forward's Recovery from Back Surgery
    2015
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  • • Wizards sign guard Gary Neal
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has signed guard Gary Neal. “Gary is a proven veteran who will bring us perimeter shooting and experience,” said Grunfeld. “Adding him to our rotation makes our backcourt rotation deeper and more versatile.” Neal (6-4, 210) holds career averages of 9.9 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists [...]...2015
  • • Bradley Beal: Latest Contract News, Rumors, Speculation on Wizards PG's Future
    2015
  • • Wizards sign Toure` Murry to second 10-day contract
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has signed guard Toure’ Murry to a second 10-day contract. Murry has appeared in two games for Washington this season, averaging 2.0 points in 2.0 minutes of action....2015

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  • • Wizards narrowing search for new head of basketball operations
    After the Wizards fired Ernie Grunfeld with eight days left in the regular season, updates on their search for a new head of basketball operations were few and far between for the next several weeks. However, that changed this week. According to various reports, three candidates to replace Grunfeld were in Washington to interview with the Wizards on Tuesday. According to Candace Buckner of The Was...2019
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  • • Wizards dismiss longtime exec Ernie Grunfeld
    2019
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  • • Top 2016 Offseason Priorities for the Washington Wizards
    2016
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  • • Washington Wizards not keeping Randy Wittman as head coach
    The Washington Wizards announced today that they will not pick up the option on the contract of Head Coach Randy Wittman. “There were high internal and external expectations for this team coming into this season based on the momentum we had generated over the previous two years,” said Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld. “Unfortunately, the [...]...2016
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  • • Wizards officially fire Wittman after disappointing season
    Randy Wittman became the latest NBA head coach to be fired when the Washington Wizards announced Thursday they were making a change on the bench. “There were high internal and external expectations for this team coming into this season based on the momentum we had generated over the previous two years,” Wizards president Ernie Grunfeld said in a press release.  “Unfortunately, the inconsistency of...2016

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  • • Nene Hilario to Rockets: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
  • • Report: Wizards Offer Scott Brooks Coaching Job
    2016
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  • • Wizards hire Scott Brooks as head coach
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that Scott Brooks has been hired as the team's new head coach. Brooks will become the 24th head coach in franchise history. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released....2016
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  • • Wizards fire general manager Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs in three of his four seasons at the helm
    2023
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  • • Bradley Beal: Latest Contract News, Rumors, Speculation on Wizards PG's Future
    2015
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  • • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    2023
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  • • Beal signs new contract to return to Wizards
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has re-signed guard Bradley Beal. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed....2016
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  • • Beal signs new contract to return to Wizards
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has re-signed guard Bradley Beal. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed....2016
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  • • Jared Dudley Injury: Updates on Wizards Forward's Recovery from Back Surgery
    2015
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  • • Report: Ernie Grunfeld will return as Wizards GM for at least another year
    Randy Wittman is expected to be out as coach....2016
  • • Wizards president Grunfeld stays on after firing Wittman
    Ernie Grunfeld is sticking around as president of the Washington Wizards, saying at a news conference that he would be "heading up the coaching search" to replace the fired Randy Wittman....2016
  • • Top 2016 Offseason Priorities for the Washington Wizards
    2016
  • • Jazz trade Trey Burke to Wizards
    Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced today that the team has acquired guard Trey Burke from the Utah Jazz in exchange for a 2021 second-round pick. “Trey is a former lottery pick that has had a very good start to his career as a point guard,” said Grunfeld. “We feel fortunate to have the opportunity to [...]...2016
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  • • Report: Wizards could be buyer before trade deadline, maybe for Tristan Thompson
    2020
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  • • Wizards Part Ways With Tommy Sheppard
    2023
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  • • Wizards fire general manager Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs in three of his four seasons at the helm
    2023
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  • • Dan Grunfeld, Son of Ernie Grunfeld, Shares His Family’s Story of Surviving the Holocaust in New Book, ‘By the Grace of the Game’
    2021
  • • Wizards expected to keep Scott Brooks as coach
    2019
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  • • John Wall thanks ousted Wizards GM in Twitter post
    2019
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  • • Wizards fire longtime executive Ernie Grunfeld
    2019
  • • Wizards dismiss longtime exec Ernie Grunfeld
    2019
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  • • Bradley Beal not making excuses for Wizards' disappointing season
    2019
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  • • Wizards look to groom Troy Brown Jr. as a point guard
    2019
  • • Five key offseason questions for the Washington Wizards
    2018

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