Why The Washington Wizards Do The Trade

The Washington Wizards would add a helpful backcourt option next to Bradley Beal while enabling Monte Morris to lead the bench group.

Considering the Wizards only parted with Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans to acquire Kristaps Porzingis, it wouldn’t be a tough decision to make. They aren’t in a situation like the Dallas Mavericks were where they sent out multiple future draft assets.

Chris Paul has shown an impressive ability to elevate a team to playoff contention, even if it doesn’t lead to an NBA Finals appearance.

For the Wizards, there is a need to regain a consistent level of competent play to make the most of their situation with Beal signed to a supermax contract.

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There may be age concerns with Paul, but again, the Wizards haven’t achieved their goals lately, and adding an All-NBA talent has value to help in that regard.