Washington Wizards make final call on Brian Keefe's status as head coach

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Brian Keefe will be back as the head coach of the Washington Wizards next season.

Wizards general manager Will Dawkins said as much during his season-closing press conference.

“Yeah I anticipate Brian Keefe to be here,” was Dawkins' answer when he was asked a question about Keefe's future.

Question from @JoshuaBRobbins: Will Brian return as head coach for next year?

Dawkins: Yea, I anticipate Brian Keefe to be here pic.twitter.com/DjkyR1X5QK

— Wizards Film Room (@KevinFolliNBA) April 16, 2026

Keefe has compiled a record of 43-160 during his two-plus seasons as the head coach in Washington, so it's easy to understand why there was some speculation about his job security.

This story will be updated.

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