The Washington Wizards have been on a downward spiral for years. Since the departure of John Wall, the team has struggled to find any semblance of success in the NBA. Without a clear direction, the Wizards have languished at the bottom of the standings. However, this offseason, it finally appears that the team is starting to put together a plan.
The Wizards seem content with mediocrity for now, but their focus is on building for the future. With young talent like Deni Avdija, Corey Kispert, Aleksander Sarr, and Bilal Coulibaly, the rebuilding project is underway in the nation’s capital. Still, a few veterans remain on the roster and their futures are uncertain.
Jonas Valanciunas, who signed a three-year, $30 million deal, is almost certainly a prime target for the Wizards as they seek to acquire more draft capital. Kyle Kuzma, who has been the subject of trade rumors over the past two offseasons, also appears likely to be moved now that the team has a clearer direction. That leaves a big question: What happens to Jordan Poole?
Clippers trade: a lifeline for Poole?
The trade that brought Poole to Washington might be one of the most questionable moves in recent memory. In acquiring Poole, the Wizards essentially traded away franchise icon Bradley Beal, hoping that Poole’s poor 2022-23 season was an anomaly. He was expected to return to the form that made him a key part of Golden State’s championship team in 2022.
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Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. Poole’s performance last season was marred by questionable decisions and poor shot selection, which caused his stock to plummet. With $95.5 million remaining on his contract, finding a trade partner seemed unlikely until the Los Angeles Clippers showed interest.
Poole’s potential impact on Los Angeles
What could Poole bring to the Clippers? With James Harden running the show, Poole’s role would be more defined, similar to his time with the Warriors. He could serve as a dynamic scoring option off the bench, a role he’s excelled in before.
The proposed trade could see the Clippers send Norman Powell and PJ Tucker to the Wizards. While neither player fits Washington’s long-term plans, they could be valuable assets. For the Wizards, this trade would provide an opportunity to continue accumulating assets for their rebuild. For the Clippers, Poole could be a valuable addition, offering both immediate contributions and long-term upside potential.
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If this trade does happen, it could be mutually beneficial. The Wizards would gain flexibility and additional assets for their rebuild, while the Clippers would acquire a player who could help them compete in the Western Conference.
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