Why This Trade Would Benefit The Washington Wizards
The Washington Wizards already made a big move when they sent John Wall to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Russell Westbrook. If the franchise is truly going in a different direction, Bradley Beal could be the next player on the way out.
This would allow the Wizards to build in a different direction around Westbrook. White has shown that he is a productive point guard in the NBA while Markkanen has been one of the most versatile bigs.
Lauri Markkanen and Davis Bertans would create an intriguing frontcourt that could step out and shoot from long range. This is an offense that would like to play fast and could do it all on the floor.
The Wizards are looking to return to relevance after years of being at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. With players like John Wall and Bradley Beal, they have failed but they can turn it around quickly with a new regime.
