"Corey Kispert heard his number called over the weekend to fill in on the starting lineup for the Wizards during the team's matchup against the Bulls in the Windy City. The former first round pick has started 103 games for Washington throughout his five years in the DMV, but this start for the Wizards on Saturday was the first for the sharpshooter on the year. In the start, Kispert not only impressed, but he logged the most minutes of any player on the roster in the team's one point loss"
"Finishing with 20 points, five rebounds and five assists, on 70% shooting from the floor and 50% from beyond the arc, the Gonzaga product turned back the clock showing the potential his versatility offers and why Washington took a swing on him in the first round of the 2021 NBA Draft. Despite Kispert's breakout performance, his impact on the Wizards may not help the team in the way fans are expecting. Prior to his 20-point performance, the wing was in the midst of arguably the worst stint of his career. Averaging 8.3 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists, Kispert has regressed throughout the start of the season putting his value on the trade market at an all-time low."
The Washington Wizards have experimented with multiple starting lineups, moving Bub Carrington out for Bilal Coulibaly and giving Tre Johnson spot starts while seeking a winning formula. Injuries forced coach Brian Keefe to insert Corey Kispert into the starting lineup against the Chicago Bulls, where Kispert logged the most minutes and delivered 20 points, five rebounds and five assists on 70% shooting and 50% from three. Kispert's performance showcased his versatility and why he was a first-round pick, but his broader season regression, 8.3 points average and reduced trade value complicate his long-term role.
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