The Russell Westbrook Experiment in Los Angeles was an abject failure. It’s been a theme for the star point guard in recent NBA seasons.

The same experiment yielded only nominally better results in Washington.

With that in mind, why would the Wizards want him back?

Realistically, they probably wouldn’t. That doesn’t mean they could not conceivably trade for him. For some teams, a move for Westbrook may be less about the player, and more about the expiring contract. The draft capital the Los Angeles Lakers would likely have to attach to move him is a bonus.

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The Wizards may not have those interests. They seem intent on continuing forward with Bradley Beal as their leading man. They’re more likely to make a win-now move than a rebuilding one this summer.

In the event that we’ve completely misread their front office, here is one bold trade the club could offer to bring back Russell Westbrook.