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Wizards GM Says He Expects Coach Brian Keefe to Return Next Season
General manager Will Dawkins said the team wants continuity as it evaluates a rebuilt roster after a 17-65 season.
- On Thursday, Washington Wizards general manager Will Dawkins announced the team expects head coach Brian Keefe to return for the 2026-27 season following a challenging campaign.
- Since taking over in January 2024, the 50-year-old Keefe has compiled a 43-160 record while guiding one of the NBA's youngest rosters through a deliberate rebuilding phase.
- The Wizards finished with the NBA's worst record at 17-65 this season, utilizing 50-plus different starting lineups; Dawkins cited the youth and roster changes as contributing factors.
- After acquiring All-Stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis, Washington holds a 14% chance at the draft lottery to strengthen its future roster competitiveness.
- Keefe will now evaluate the team's full potential as Washington shifts focus from collecting draft assets toward on-court improvement in the coming season.
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Wizards GM says he expects coach Brian Keefe to return next season
Wizards general manager Will Dawkins says he’s expecting coach Brian Keefe to return next season after Washington finished with the NBA's worst record.
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Wizards intend for coach Brian Keefe to return in 2026-27
The Washington Wizards want Brian Keefe to return as head coach in the 2026-27 season.
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Following their once more disastrous season, the Washington Wizards have already made a decision about their head coach Brian Keefe. General Manager Will Dawkins commented on Thursday at his exit interview.
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