The Washington Wizards must make important roster decisions, particularly regarding Khris Middleton's hefty contract. Acquired via trade for Kyle Kuzma, Middleton's role was to provide veteran mentorship amidst injuries. The Wizards did not intend to keep him long-term, aiming to demonstrate his value for a future trade. Amidst injury challenges and a high player-option, finding a trade partner remains difficult. If unsuccessful, the Wizards might consider a buyout, allowing Middleton to enter the free agent market. The Phoenix Suns are speculated as a potential destination for him.
Khris Middleton's steep contract poses a significant challenge for the Washington Wizards' general manager Will Dawkins, who aims to find a suitable trade partner.
Acquiring Middleton, alongside AJ Johnson and future draft capital, offered the Wizards a potential win after they missed selling high on Kyle Kuzma.
Middleton has opted into his $33.3 million player-option, complicating the Wizards' efforts to offload him, but they remain hopeful of finding a trade partner.
If they cannot trade Middleton, he might become a buyout candidate and enter the market as an unrestricted free agent.
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