D’Angelo Russell has opted into his $6 million player option for the 2026-27 NBA season, Jake Fischer reported. The decision keeps Russell under contract with the Washington Wizards for the upcoming year. Russell is 30. He was acquired by Washington on Feb. 5 as part of a trade that sent Anthony Davis, Dante Exum, and Jaden Hardy to the Wizards. Following the move, Russell contributes as a veteran guard and averaged 10.2 points and 4.0 assists in his time with the team during the season referenced by the reports. The sources agree on the key terms and timing: Russell’s player option is for 2026-27 and is valued at $6 million. Both outlets frame the move as Russell choosing to remain with the Wizards rather than declining the option and entering free agency.