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Locked On Wizards - Daily Podcast On The Washington Wizards

Locked On Podcast Network, Abdullah Ayubi, Ben Strober
Washington Wizards
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NBA
Denny Avdija
Kyle Kuzma
Golden State Warriors
Dallas Mavericks
Johnny Davis
Tyus Jones
Corey Kispert
NBA Draft
Denver Nuggets
New Orleans Pelicans
Delon Wright
Los Angeles Lakers
Deni Avdija
NBA All-Star Weekend
Marvin Bagley
Isaiah Livers
Landry Shamet

Locked On Wizards podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Washington Wizards and the NBA. Hosted by Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi, Locked On Wizards provides your daily Wizards fix with expert, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Wizards franchise. Locked On Wiz... more

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Washington Wizards commit to Brian Keefe as head coach despite fan skepticism—could he be the franchise’s Mark Daigneault? Ben Strober, Abdullah Ayubi and Greg Finberg break down Keefe’s return, exploring parallels to OKC’s rebuild and how the Wizard... more

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Washington Wizards general manager Will Dawkins said he anticipates Brian Keefe to return as the head coach next season. While many fans will be upset by this decision, they seem to believe he deserves a chance to coach a more competitive roster. Ben... more

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In this episode of Locked On Wizards, Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi break down why the upcoming season marks a pivotal evaluation year for the Washington Wizards. The hosts discuss the impact of potential roster changes, including the anticipated ar... more

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Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi dive deep into Anthony Davis’ controversial comments about the Wizards' future and his concerns about the team’s ability to compete next season. Why is AD so unsure about Washington’s direction, and what does it mean fo... more

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Justin Champagnie
A Wizards player featured in locker room interview
Washington Wizards
Episode: The Dark Cloud Is FINALLY Lifted: Why This Washington Wizards Season was a WIN for the Future!
Wes Goldberg
Contributor for Locked On NBA and Locked On Heat
Locked On NBA
Episode: Washington Wizards Secure MOST IMPORTANT LOSS vs Nets - Will Riley Scores 30 BACK-TO-BACK NIGHTS
Cameron Boozer
Duke basketball player, postgame interview guest
Duke University
Episode: Bilal Coulibaly and Will Riley are KEY Pieces for the Future | Wizards vs Warriors Analysis
Ross Jackson
Host from Locked On Podcast Network
Locked On Podcast Network
Episode: NO ONE Has Had it Harder Than Washington Wizards Fans | Wizards Tie Franchise Record 16 Straight Ls
Tyler Rucker
Founder of No Ceilings NBA
No Ceilings NBA
Episode: INSIDER: Detailing the WILD Race for the Top Pick— Who is RISING? | Washington Wizards Podcast
Nick Ashooh
Host with 106.7 The Fan and part of the Locked On family with Commander Squad coverage.
106.7 The Fan
Episode: SURGE: Washington Wizards Front Office CHALLENGED By CBS Sports | Nick Ashooh Weighs In
Danny Rouhier
One half of the Grant and Danny show
106.7 The Fan
Episode: Danny Rouhier is OUTRAGED With Adam Silver's Tanking PRESSURE | Washington Wizards Podcast
Ben Standig
Writer for Last Man Standing sub stack covering Washington area sports
Last Man Standing
Episode: How Anthony Davis Can Help TRANSFORM Washington Wizards' Defense | Ben Standig Joins
Ethan Weinstein
Founder of the Wizards Muse page
Episode: Washington Wizards Fall in COMPETITIVE Battle in LA | Alex Sarr EJECTED

Hosts

Abdullah Ayubi
Co-host with frequent participation in post-game analysis and long-running involvement with the Wizards coverage.
Ben Strober
Host with regular duties as lead presenter and primary on-air voice, often leading roster and game-analytic discussions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 266 ratings
  • Love the show!

    AB and Ben Strober (aka The Real Youngest in Charge) do a great job! 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamuleGE
    United States3 months ago
  • Good

    Stop uploading the locked on NBA Episodes please

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    burialsite
    United States3 months ago
  • Nice show

    I love the show. Great information on the Wizards. AB needs to turn his mic up thou. Sometimes you can barely hear him. 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamuleGE
    United States7 months ago
  • Thor

    Just wanted to know the thoughts on JT Thor. I know he played limited minutes last season but he looked good out there I thought

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bendad80
    United States10 months ago
  • Great draft coverage

    Do you think the Wizards could trade one of their veterans to the Knicks to get their first round draft pick back?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DLC_67
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners generally praise the hosts for their Wizards-focused coverage, depth of game discussion, and consistent daily cadence.
Many reviews highlight the hosts' enthusiasm and access to guest insights, with some calling for stronger analysis during off-season and draft periods.
Critiques often center on audio quality, pacing, and occasional opinions that feel biased or not sufficiently technical about salary cap and transactions.

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What Did the Washington Wizards ACTUALLY Accomplish This Season? Josh Robbins Reveals the Truth...
Q: What's your takeaway on the development of the young core, especially Saar and George?
Saar has progressed significantly from his rookie year, with improved conditioning and motor, raising expectations for his ceiling; George has shown growth as well, contributing to the team's offensive chemistry.
What Did the Washington Wizards ACTUALLY Accomplish This Season? Josh Robbins Reveals the Truth...
Q: Just how difficult do you think it will be for this Washington team to learn to play within a team concept and win basketball games?
The team can move toward team-oriented basketball, but improvement will take time, especially on defense, even with a better roster and a healthy core—coaching needs to guide a transition while the front office ensures the players fit the system.
SURGE: Washington Wizards Front Office CHALLENGED By CBS Sports | Nick Ashooh Weighs In
Q: Would you be surprised to see this front office go out at some point, maybe next summer or something like that, and make that all-in type of trade to get who they think is the guy?
No, not at all. At some point, you do have to take that next step.
SURGE: Washington Wizards Front Office CHALLENGED By CBS Sports | Nick Ashooh Weighs In
Q: If you were a betting man and had a bet on one being here long term, which one would it be?
Trae Young would be the longer-term solution because of his youth compared to Anthony Davis, who has more injury issues.
Washington Wizards SAFE From NBA Tanking PUNISHMENT...For now | Locked On Wizards Mailbag
Q: How much does our draft selection affect the long-term futures of Bob and Bilal?
The hosts discuss the positions of Bob and Bilal in the context of the upcoming draft and their potential roles in the Wizards' future roster.

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What is Locked On Wizards about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Washington Wizards coverage, game recaps, and analysis of young talent and roster moves, with frequent discussions of how new players, trades, and development plans could shift the team's ceiling. Episodes often blend on-court breakdowns, draft chatter, and brand-new roster scenarios, while peppering in sponsor reads and community fan reaction. A few standout throughlines include a focus on evaluating youth development (Will Riley, Bilal Coulibaly, Julian Reese, and others), the impact of Trae Young and draft prospects on the franchise's trajectory, and ongoing debates about tanking versus winning now. The format tends to be fast-paced daily content with strong fan engagement and a clear emphasis on the Wizards' evolvin... more

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