"For CJ McCollum, his acquisition handed the Wizards a veteran presence that could be relied on in the backcourt; something Washington desperately needed following the failed Malcolm Brogdon experiment. When it comes to Cam Whitmore, his addition brings a former first-round pick with high upside and hometown ties with the opportunity to emerge as an immediate impact player for the Wizards moving forward."
"Donovan Clingan was drafted with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft following a breakout sophomore season at UConn. The versatile big stands at 7-foot-2, is a tremendous shot blocker and has the ability to stretch the floor with an improving jumper. So far, his start with the Trail Blazers has been a bit lackluster and after an inconsistent rookie season,"
"Washington won't be shy when it comes to pulling the trigger on a deal that takes them one step closer to the light at the end of the tunnel and considering the current roster construction of the Wizards, the need for an adequate big man to pair alongside Alex Sarr could be beneficial in more than one way. Looking around the league, not many talented big men are available."
The Washington Wizards continue to scan the trade market for additions that improve the roster. General manager Will Dawkins prioritizes purposeful moves during the rebuilding process. CJ McCollum provides veteran backcourt stability after the Malcolm Brogdon experiment failed. Cam Whitmore offers first-round upside and hometown ties with potential immediate impact. The roster lacks an adequate big man to pair with Alex Sarr, increasing interest in available interior talent. Donovan Clingan, a 7-foot-2 No. 7 pick in 2024, offers shot-blocking and floor-stretching ability but endured an inconsistent rookie season. Portland's selection of Yang Hansen raises questions about Clingan's future in Portland.
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