There have been reports suggesting that the Wizards are considering a trade involving Chris Paul and the Warriors’ Jordan Poole.
In a series of recent trades, the Washington Wizards have made significant changes to their roster. After initially agreeing to send Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns for Chris Paul, the Wizards have now reached another agreement, this time with the Golden State Warriors.
According to sources, the Wizards will be sending Chris Paul to the Warriors in exchange for Jordan Poole. Additionally, the Wizards will receive a protected first-round pick in 2030 and a second-round pick in 2027 from the Warriors as part of the deal.
These moves come as part of the Wizards’ comprehensive roster overhaul under their new president of basketball operations, Michael Winger.
The transformation began when Bradley Beal agreed to waive his no-trade clause, allowing him to be traded to the Phoenix Suns. That trade was finalized on Thursday, with the Wizards acquiring Chris Paul and Landry Shamet, as well as a series of first-round pick swaps in 2024, 2026, 2028, and 2030, multiple second-round picks from 2024 to 2028 (including 2030), and cash considerations from the Suns. In return, the Phoenix Suns received Jordan Goodwin and Isaiah Todd from the Wizards.
Following this, the Wizards promptly sent Chris Paul to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Jordan Poole and the draft compensation outlined in the trade agreement between the two teams.
These moves signify a significant shake-up for the Washington Wizards as they restructure their roster and prepare for the future.
The Beal trade between the two teams was put on hold to allow the Wizards enough time to find a third team to facilitate Paul’s relocation and acquire additional assets.
Eventually, the Golden State Warriors emerged as the destination for Paul, who had previously faced them in numerous playoff matchups during his decade-long career. Mike Dunleavy Jr., who recently took over as the Warriors’ general manager, wasted no time in making a significant move by bringing in Paul.
At 38 years old, Paul had a solid performance for the Phoenix Suns last season, averaging 13.9 points and 8.9 assists in 59 games. His addition to the Warriors provides them with an alternative approach to attacking defenses when Stephen Curry is off the court.
However, given Paul’s remarkable career where he started every single game, totaling 1,214 regular-season games and 149 postseason contests, he is expected to assume a reserve role in what will be his 19th NBA season.
Although the trade has not been officially announced by either team, Paul was questioned about it on Thursday night.
“I’m excited,” he told The Charlotte Observer. “I’m really excited.”
Paul also said he’s already talked to Curry, calling the conversation “good.”
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