Charlotte Hornets Receive: G Josh Richardson, 2022 First-Round Pick (No. 9 – SAS)
San Antonio Spurs Receive: F/C PJ Washington, 2022 First-Round Pick (No. 15 – CHA)
PJ Washington is exactly the type of player that all 30 NBA teams ought to covet.
He’s a low-usage, high-impact utility player. Washington won’t take over ball games with dynamic playmaking, but he’ll complement a player who does.
If you’re looking for a guy who spreads the floor and both plays and defends multiple positions, he’s your guy.
In the early stages of his career, Josh Richardson fit a similar description. He’s a low-usage 3-and-D wing. Unfortunately, both the 3 and the D have been inconsistent throughout his NBA tenure. He’s solid, but he’s not as impactful as Washington.
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That’s exactly why this trade has the Charlotte Hornets moving up in the draft. The leap from 15 to 9 is significant. With the Hornets owning two selections in this draft (they also own the 13th selection), don’t be surprised if they angle to move into a better position.
This trade allows them to do that. Is it worth the cost of PJ Washington?
