Fansided · Feb 26
Will Riley’s recent stretch foreshadows an inevitable breakout for the Wizards
Feb 1, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Will Riley (27) celebrates during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn ImagesThe Washington Wizards selection of Will Riley in the 2025 NBA Draft was overshadowed by an abundance of other headlines.
Between the nightmare scenario of Washington falling out of the top five, top prospect Ace Bailey unsuccessefully attempting to force his way to the Wizards and Tre Johnson eventually being the team's top draft pick, Riley's addition in the backhalf of the first-round was overlooked.