The Spurs went from rebuilding to must-see thanks to Victor Wembanyama. The Wizards’ rebuild could use a similar boost. … [Read more...] about A phenom has supercharged the Spurs. Could the Wizards be next?
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And-Ones: Trade Disputes, S. Johnson, Two-Ways, More
In the wake of the Lakers‘ decision to recind their Mark Williams trade with the Hornets, teams around the NBA are discussing whether the league should introduce new measures designed to reduce the likelihood of similar situations in the future, says ESPN’s Bobby Marks (Twitter link). According to Marks, those clubs are wondering whether it should be solely at the discretion of … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Trade Disputes, S. Johnson, Two-Ways, More
Bucks GM: Middleton Trade Was ‘Hardest Transaction’ Of My Career
Speaking to reporters on Monday for the first time since last week’s trade deadline, Bucks general manager Jon Horst said the decision to trade Khris Middleton to the Wizards was the “hardest transaction” he has made during his career as a front office executive, according to Jamal Collier of ESPN. Middleton, who had been with the Bucks since being acquired from Detroit during … [Read more...] about Bucks GM: Middleton Trade Was ‘Hardest Transaction’ Of My Career
Preview: The Wizards host the Pacers just before the All-Star break
Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The Wizards host the Pacers just before the All-Star break. With the NBA trade window closed (nice to see Corey Kispert is still here!), the Washington Wizards have officially finished the second (third, fourth...? who’s counting anymore?) season “showcasing our players” or in layman’s terms: padding stats to raise trade … [Read more...] about Preview: The Wizards host the Pacers just before the All-Star break
Alex Len To Join Pacers After Wizards Waiver
Center Alex Len will be waived by the Washington Wizards. Len then plans to sign with the Indiana Pacers for the remainder of the season. Len was acquired by the Wizards at the trade deadline from the Sacramento Kings. He had been a backup for Domantas Sabonis for the last few seasons, but Washington has other options at the center position. Indiana cleared a roster spot at the … [Read more...] about Alex Len To Join Pacers After Wizards Waiver