CJ McCollum named as the Wizards' most likely trade candidate but it's not that simple

"In a recent article from Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes, CJ McCollum was listed as the Wizards' most likely trade candidate. \"It's not easy to pick out destinations for a defensively challenged combo guard, even one that has scored as reliably as McCollum has throughout his career,"Hughes said. "But if he keeps up his current levels of production, efficiency and health, he might be moveable to a contender that sends back longer-term money with a draft asset attached.""

"Sending long-term money and draft capital could be an enticing package for Washington, who's made it clear over the last couple years that in addition to financial flexbility, the Wizards are coveting draft capital and young prospects throughout their rebuild. However, the team has also made it a point that veterans are a focus for thei rebuild and with a player like McCollum, although they may want his contract off the books, they won't give him up for a negative return."

The NBA trade deadline approaches with several teams expected to buy and the Washington Wizards likely to sell. CJ McCollum emerges as a primary trade candidate due to veteran status and contract situation. McCollum's scoring reliability could attract contenders if he maintains production, efficiency, and health. The Wizards seek draft capital, young prospects, and financial flexibility but also value veteran pieces during their rebuild. A trade will require meaningful return rather than a negative outcome. The Wizards could alternatively let McCollum finish his expiring deal if a satisfactory trade does not materialize.

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