Washington Wizards Receive: G/F Norman Powell, F/C Marcus Morris Sr., G Bones Hyland, G/F Brandon Boston Jr., 2027 First-Round Pick (Swap -LAC), 2028 First-Round Pick (LAC), 2029 First-Round Pick (Swap – LAC), 2030 First-Round Pick (LAC)
Los Angeles Clippers Receive: G Bradley Beal
Of course, sometimes the best thing you can do is prioritize the present. The question is whether the present is worth prioritizing.
Let’s go back to that food analogy. If you’re addicted to fast food, you’ve got a problem. By contrast, if you’re on a once-in-a-lifetime trip, you want to eat that meal – no matter how many calories it is.
Once again, the same holds true for NBA teams. A serious contender ought to prioritize their present at all costs.
On the other hand, a middling team may want to start thinking about the future.
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Apparently, nobody told the Wizards. This team has been mediocre for far too long. At some point, they need to emphasize the future.
Is this the right way to do it?
