The Washington Wizards are looking to trade a guaranteed contract player to retain guard Jared Butler for depth at point guard and maintain roster balance.
Keith Smith reported that the Wizards are in trade talks to move a guaranteed salary, primarily to ensure Jared Butler remains on the roster for depth.
Rebuilding teams typically focus on trades to acquire talents, but the Wizards seem to be going against that trend by trying to preserve a reserve player.
The discussion around Jared Butler highlights the Wizards' current strategy which may involve more difficult decisions as they navigate their rebuilding phase.
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