Wizards keep eye on trade market, Zion Williamson chatter persists
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Washington, D.C. — The Wizards are still surveying the NBA landscape for high-level talent that might be available at a discount, according to league insiders cited by The Athletic’s Josh Robbins.
Front-office executives around the league believe Washington will remain active before the trade deadline, focusing on “distressed” stars whose potential upside outweighs injury or performance concerns. One player repeatedly mentioned in those discussions is New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson.
The Pelicans have publicly maintained that Williamson is not on the market, but several league sources are skeptical. While Williamson’s skill set is widely respected, his injury history continues to fuel speculation that New Orleans could eventually listen to offers.
Sources familiar with Washington’s stance say the Wizards are not expected to sacrifice their own premium first-round picks in any deal. However, a lesser 2026 first-rounder — notably the selection owed to them by Oklahoma City — is viewed as an asset they might be willing to include.
For now, talk of a Williamson pursuit is described as more chatter than concrete negotiation, and the odds of a trade are considered remote. Still, his name surfaces often enough to underscore Washington’s willingness to gamble on elite talent.
Another player occasionally linked to the Wizards is Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors, though recent reports indicate Washington has not been among the most aggressive teams pursuing the third-year forward.
Source: Hoops Wire
