Episode 89: Ryan's Wizards Open Practice Observations + Preseason Expectations

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with a podcast, as Ryan is fresh off attending Thursday night's Wizards open practice.Ryan gives his observations, and what stood out to him most at practice.Tristan Vukcevic has been listed out at least 4 weeks due to a hip impingement. The guys discuss what this means at the start of training camp.What are the guys looking most at as the preseason approaches?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll give their thoughts on some of what they heard from Washington Wizards Media Day.Will Dawkins, Trae Young, and Anthony Davis all gave interesting sound bites. Ryan and Chase discuss the feel of this season's media day being different from year's past.Mark Spears of ESPN listed the Wizards as a potential trade destination of Jalen Duren. The guys discuss whether they believe the rumors, and whether they would make a deal.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the Wizards have finalized their roster, adding longest tenured Wizard Anthony Gill back to the team.Ryan and Chase give their thoughts on Gill's return. What training camp battles are they looking at over this training camp, if any?Ryan brings up the latest in the national media's perspective on the Wizards upcoming season, and where many believe the Wizards rank.

What will the Wizards need to do to exceed expectations this season? What would be the determining factor in the Wizards not reaching expectations? Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll discuss their thoughts on the biggest topics on what will determine the Wizards being better than expected on a national scale this year.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with another offseason pod, discussing their biggest storylines surrounding the Wizards heading into the 26-27 season. Plus, the guys react to episode 5 of 'the Wizards Way' and give their thoughts on the chemistry the team has been building this offseason.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with an off-season podcast talking Washington Wizards. Ryan puts Chase on the spot with some tough True or False questions based on the upcoming season for the Wizards.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are joined for a second time by Greg Finberg, host of The Wizards Podcast and contributor for Bullets Forever.The Wizards traded Cam Whitmore and JuJu Reese as part of a 5 team deal, acquiring Tre Mann and a 27' second round pick.Ryan, Chase and Greg give their thoughts on that deal.The guys all give their Wizards offseason grades, as well as give an over/under prediction for each team in the Eastern Conference.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back, as the NBA has announced the release of the 26-27 NBA schedule.The Wizards open the season at home against the Milwaukee Bucks. What do the guys think of their opener being against the bucks? How do they matchup?Looking forward, what can the Wizards record be through the first 10 games? The guys give their expectations.Anthony Davis is set to not sign an extension this offseason, and Russell Westbrook retired despite Wizards reported interest. That, and more, on this episode of The Wizards Groupchat.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with another pod, as the Wizards had a couple more news breaks over the week.Jamir Watkins tore his ACL during summer league. What does this injury mean for the team?The Wizards have also been rumored to have been in discussions with Demar Derozan about potentially joining the team. Ryan and Chase give their opinions on that potential signing.Plus, the 26-27 "expectations pod".Who will take the biggest leap? Who has the most pressure this season?Who will be the Wizards "Best" player this year?Which Wizards player will make the biggest impact?Is AJ the favorite for rookie of the year?

What is taking Lebron so long to make his Decision? Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss the possibility of LeBron holding out longer in hopes of an Anthony Davis trade to Golden State or Cleveland.The Wizards are currently ranked 12th in the Eastern Conference Over/Under win total, at 35.5. What are the odds they can top that? What teams do they have a realistic chance of jumping in the Eastern Conference playoff standings this season?