Washington Wizards receive: G/F Victor Oladipo, 2023 First-Round Pick (Lottery Protected – MIA)
Miami Heat receive: F Rui Hachimura
With that said, knowing when to throw that Hail Mary is essential.
Let’s extend that analogy by switching sports. Unless you’re Steph Curry, your NBA coach doesn’t want you pulling up from near the logo with 20 seconds left on the clock.
On the other hand, if you’re shooting a buzzer-beater, you’re shooting the only shot you have.
The Washington Wizards have time left on the clock. In other words, they’re not even close to their goal. This isn’t a team that should be taking a Hail Mary.
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In fact, many would suggest they ought to do the opposite. The Wizards have been mediocre for a long time, and they’re short of even that measure this season. In the eyes of many, it’s time for them to rebuild.
Is this a good way for them to start?