The Washington Wizards made a big move to acquire Trae Young ahead of this season's trade deadline. That acquisition, combined with a projected $45-$50 million in cap space this offseason, has many wondering if Washington will push to add talent this summer. Wizards president Michael Winger said that path isn't necessarily locked in. "We're not necessarily hitting the gas … [Read more...] about Wizards ‘Not Necessarily Hitting Gas Pedal’ With Talent Acquisition This Summer
Wizards Granted Disabled Player Exception For Cam Whitmore
The Washington Wizards were granted a Disabled Player Exception for Cam Whitmore, reported Jake Fischer. Whitmore was ruled out for the season due to a blood clotting issue earlier last week. The DPE will be worth approximately $1.7 million, which is half of Whitmore's salary this season. Whitmore will remain under contract with the Wizards next year for $5.5 million. … [Read more...] about Wizards Granted Disabled Player Exception For Cam Whitmore
Wizards Open To Taking Contracts For Draft Picks Before Trade Deadline
The Washington Wizards plan to stay active in trade discussions despite acquiring Trae Young, with team and league sources telling The Athletic the franchise remains willing to absorb multi-year contracts in exchange for draft picks or young players. Sources described Washington as a potential salary "dumping ground for assets" before the February 5 deadline. The strategy … [Read more...] about Wizards Open To Taking Contracts For Draft Picks Before Trade Deadline
Cam Whitmore Ruled Out For Season; Wizards Apply For Disabled Player Exception
Washington Wizards forward Cam Whitmore has been ruled out for the season due to a blood clotting issue. Whitmore has already begun treatment and is expected to make a full recovery. The Wizards have applied for a Disabled Player Exception for Whitmore, since he's now out for the remainder of the regular season. If approved as expected, the DPE will be worth approximately $1.7 … [Read more...] about Cam Whitmore Ruled Out For Season; Wizards Apply For Disabled Player Exception
Raptors Showed Interest In Trae Young, Could Target Ja Morant At Trade Deadline
The Toronto Raptors expressed meaningful interest in Trae Young before his trade from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards and have now emerged as a potential destination for Ja Morant as the Memphis Grizzlies explore his market, sources said. Toronto was one of only two teams beyond Washington to engage in substantive discussions regarding Young before he was dealt to … [Read more...] about Raptors Showed Interest In Trae Young, Could Target Ja Morant At Trade Deadline