Wizards Sign Tristan Vukcevic to Three-Year Deal

The 7-foot forward will provide frontcourt depth for Washington.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 5:37pm

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The Washington Wizards have signed Tristan Vukcevic to a three-year, $9 million standard NBA contract, with the third year being a team option. Vukcevic, a 7-foot forward, has averaged 7.9 points and 2.7 rebounds on 47.8% shooting in 35 appearances for the Wizards this season. The team has also signed Leaky Black to a two-way contract to fill their open two-way spot.

Why it matters

The Wizards are bolstering their frontcourt depth with the signing of Vukcevic, who has stepped up in the absence of starting center Alex Sarr. This move provides the team with additional options and flexibility in their rotation as they look to make a push for the playoffs.

The details

Vukcevic was previously on an expiring two-way contract with the Wizards, but the new deal will keep him with the team for at least the next three seasons. With the departure of Marvin Bagley III at the trade deadline, Vukcevic has seen increased playing time and has started the last two games. When Sarr and Anthony Davis are healthy, Vukcevic is expected to serve as the team's backup center.

  • Vukcevic's previous two-way contract had just 15 NBA games remaining before reaching the 50-game limit.
  • The Wizards signed Vukcevic to the new three-year deal on February 21, 2026.

The players

Tristan Vukcevic

A 7-foot forward who has averaged 7.9 points and 2.7 rebounds on 47.8% shooting in 35 appearances for the Wizards this season.

Alex Sarr

The Wizards' starting center, who has been absent due to injury, allowing Vukcevic to step into a larger role.

Anthony Davis

The Wizards' starting power forward, who forms the team's starting frontcourt with Sarr when healthy.

Leaky Black

A 26-year-old forward who the Wizards have signed to a two-way contract to fill their open two-way spot.

Marvin Bagley III

The forward who was traded by the Wizards at the deadline, opening up more playing time for Vukcevic.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to have Tristan locked in for the next few years. He's proven he can contribute at the NBA level, and we believe he'll continue to be a valuable part of our frontcourt rotation.”

— Tommy Sheppard, Wizards General Manager (Washington Post)

What’s next

The Wizards will look to integrate Vukcevic into their rotation as they push for a playoff spot, with the team option in the third year of his contract providing flexibility going forward.

The takeaway

The Wizards' signing of Vukcevic to a multi-year deal demonstrates their commitment to developing young talent and building depth in the frontcourt, which will be crucial as they aim to return to the postseason.