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Anthony Davis Will Play 2026–27 and Delay Decision on Wizards Future

Pausing extension talks gives Davis one season to judge whether Washington fits his championship plans.

Overview

  • Davis told reporters Monday that he will play the 2026–27 season and decide after the year whether to remain with the Washington Wizards.
  • The player and the team agreed to pause extension negotiations so Davis can assess the roster and his fit before resuming talks after the season.
  • Davis holds a player option for the 2027–28 season, which means 2026–27 could be his lone year in Washington if he declines to stay.
  • Washington added a No. 1 pick and veterans this offseason—AJ Dybantsa, Khris Middleton and Deandre Ayton—while already committing big money to Trae Young, changes that factor into Davis’s evaluation.
  • Davis’s age and injury history make a large multi‑year max extension possible in theory but unlikely in practice, and his health and performance this season will shape whether the Wizards trade him or pursue a long‑term deal.