Why The Washington Wizards Do The Deal 

As constructed, the Wizards have two quality backup point guards. 

Perhaps Monte Morris is starting quality. Still, he surely ranks among the worst starting point guards in the NBA. On the other hand, he’d be one of the best reserves at the position. Meanwhile, Delon Wright has the size to function as a combo guard. 

 More significantly, Conley is an upgrade over them both. His steady hand will help in organizing what’s already been an impressive Wizards attack. Moreover, his ability to space the floor will complement Bradley Beal when he’s controlling the ball. 

Yes, this deal ought to take the Wizards out of the Wembanyama race. That’s fine – they may already be too talented to enter it.

Beal is a former scoring champion, Kristaps Porzingis is having a comeback season, and the Wizards have good depth around them. 

In fact, they may have enough to do something special enough to be worth passing on Wembanyama.