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Wizards fans queue for hours as optimism returns to Washington
Original: Washington Wizards fans lined up for hours to see a team that has them dreaming big again https://www.nytimes.com/athlet
Washington Wizards supporters waited in long lines to attend the team's open practice, a level of turnout that signals renewed excitement around the franchise. Fans are described as dreaming big again about the team's future, with rising interest reportedly centered on the young roster, including draft prospect Dybantsa.
Why now: Fan turnout at an open practice suggests fresh hope that the rebuilding Wizards are becoming competitive again.
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- Washington Wizards fans lined up for hours to see a team that has them dreaming big again https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7651074/2026/10/02/washington-wizards-dybantsa-fan-interest-open-practice/ # Sports # Basketball # FanEngagement · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1
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