Washington Wizards Receive: G Ricky Rubio, G/F Isaac Okoro, 2024 First-Round Pick (PHO)
Cleveland Cavaliers Receive: F Jae Crowder, F Josh Okogie
Phoenix Suns Receive: F Kyle Kuzma
Some say that a perfect compromise leaves each party unsatisfied. We disagree.
A perfect compromise would leave each party satisfied, wouldn’t it? Shouldn’t that be the idea? Either way, that’s what we’re trying to accomplish here.
The Washington Wizards get good value for a player they’re probably going to lose anyway. Reports are suggesting that Kuzma is looking to move on – adding a young Okoro and a first-round pick makes sense if that is the case.
Meanwhile, the Cavs get a badly needed 3-and-D wing in Jae Crowder. In fact, even Okogie should be able to crack this rotation.
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Finally, the Phoenix Suns get a pure upgrade. Kuzma fills the hole that Crowder’s season-long absence has left, and then some. By adding a player with his offensive ability, the Suns may be able to get back to contending – and break the internet in the process.