Blazers Land Wizards’ Kristaps Porzingis In Bold NBA Trade Scenario

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Why The Washington Wizards Do The Deal

If you think this looks like a low-value deal for the Wizards, you’re right.

Unfortunately, that’s because Porzingis can hit free agency this summer. If this deal transpires, it will be a sign-and-trade. Teams won’t give up full value for a player who might be a one-year rental.

With that in mind, this is a solid return for the Wizards if they’re looking to rebuild.

Swap rights on a 2025 pick may feel meaningless, but if Portland doesn’t get off to a strong start next season, who knows where they’ll end up?

NBA TRADES, NEWS & RUMORS: Kristaps Porzingis, Washington Wizards & Portland Trail Blazers Updates

Meanwhile, Little and Johnson are both young players who could be part of a rebuild. This may not be market value for Porzingis in a vacuum, but on an expiring deal, it’s a good return.

Should Portland risk sinking assets into a one-year rental?

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James Piercey

James Piercey, a former writer for NBA Analysis Network, focused on constructing NBA trade ideas. He previously covered the Houston Rockets for SB Nation’s blog The Dream Shake, providing daily in-depth analyses of the team. His work also appeared in FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among other outlets.

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