DEEP into a decisive Game 7, the tension inside the Capital Centre is unbearable. Every possession feels like it could swing history. Seattle keep coming, but Washington refuse to yield. The clock winds down, the final buzzer sounds — and at last it’s real. The Washington Bullets are NBA Champions!

Follow the story of the Washington Wizards through a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated from original Washington Post reports dating back to 1961. This edition charts the franchise’s history — exactly as it was reported at the time.

Featuring:

– The heartbreak of the 1971 NBA Finals defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks
– The move to Washington in 1973 and the rise of a new era
– The 1978 NBA Championship victory over Seattle
– Coverage from the modern Wizards era, including recent playoff campaigns

Choose from a range of book covers and personalize your copy with a name and message to transform it into a unique keepsake. Whether for a Wizards fan, a basketball historian, or someone who remembers the glory days of the 1970s — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of Washington basketball history ready to be passed on.

Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any sports teams, leagues, brands, artists, or personalities featured. The newspaper content is officially licensed and reproduced with permission from the original publisher. All trademarks and names remain the property of their respective owners.

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Cover: Hardback 

Size: Tabloid 11" x 13.9"

Pages: 180+

Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.