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Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) shoots between Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) and forward Zach Randolph (50) in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Marc Gasol scores 20 to help Grizzlies beat Wizards in overtime

By Clay Bailey - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) controls the ball against Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) during the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, in Washington. The Wizards won 119-82. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

To John Wall, Ted Leonsis: Wizards fans deserve better

By Thom Loverro

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) briefly loses control of the ball as Atlanta Hawks forward Kent Bazemore (24) defends in the first half on an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Wizards fall in season opener to Dwight Howard, Hawks

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) looks on during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game against the Toronto Raptors, Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

‘Underachieving’ Wizards get fresh start with season opener Thursday

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2014, file photo, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Scott Brooks yells from the sideline during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks in Dallas. Two people familiar with the deal say the Washington Wizards have reached an agreement with Scott Brooks to become the team's new coach, Thursday, April 21, 2016. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)

Scott Brooks: Inside the Wizards coach’s lifelong hoops dream

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

In this photo taken March 25, 2016, Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) and Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) stand on the court during an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, in Washington. With only one ball on the court at any given time, Wall and Beal know they have to share it. Wall and Beal have to share the ball on last-second shots and the limelight in the backcourt as the Washington Wizards are trying to get back to the playoffs. Wall is healthy again after having surgery on each knee, and Beal is fresh off signing a $128 million, five-year contract that ranked among the richest in the NBA this offseason. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Wall, Beal say they’re on same page, ready to lead Wizards

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Washington Wizards' Daniel Ochefu in action during a preseason NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Wizards make three cuts, trim roster to final 15

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

FILE - In this March 26, 2016 file photo, Washington Wizards' John Wall (2) dribbles next to Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Oakland, Calif. With new coach Scott Brooks preaching a defense-first mentality and philosophy, Wall, backcourt mate Bradley Beal and the Wizards appear ready to buy in. As much as Washington can light up the scoreboard, the path to the postseason after missing last season is all about being more consistent defensively. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

Wizards know path back to playoffs starts on defense

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat, left, of Poland, and Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant reach for a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 27, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Marcin Gortat embracing Wizards’ new chapter

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Wizards guard John Wall uses a Twitter mirror during an NBA basketball media day, Monday, Sept. 26, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

John Wall ahead of schedule in rehab, but does not set timeline for return

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal smiles during a news conference about his re-signing with the NBA basketball team, in Washington, Wednesday, July 27, 2016. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Bradley Beal knows pressure, responsibility come with new contract

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) drives past Atlanta Hawks guard Kent Bazemore (24) in the second half of an NBA second-round basketball payoff series game, Sunday, May 3, 2015, in Atlanta. Washington won 104-98. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) **FILE**

Bradley Beal officially re-signs with Wizards

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Croatia's Roko Leni Ukic, left, looks on as Czech Republic's Tomas Satoransky, right, aims to dunk the basket during the EuroBasket European Basketball Championship match, round of sixteen, between Croatia against Czech Republic, at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Lille, northern France, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015. (AP Photo/Michel Euler) **FILE**

Tomas Satoransky reaches 3-year deal to join Wizards

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

The Washington Wizards took a chance in bolstering their bench by signing former Utah Jazz guard Trey Burke (3) and former Orlando Magic forward Andrew Nicholson (44). Both players are former first round draft picks, but neither has been able to settle into their roles in the NBA making them upside gambles for the Wizards. (Associated Press)

Trey Burke, Andrew Nicholson signings are Wizards’ gambles to solidify bench

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Indiana Pacers Ian Mahinmi (28) blocks the shot by Miami Heat's Goran Dragic (7) during the overtime period of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 22, 2016, in Miami. The Heat defeated the Pacers 101-93 in overtime. (AP Photo/Joel Auerbach)

Ian Mahinmi signing a symbol of strange offseason for Wizards

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Orlando Magic forward Jason Smith (14) drives past Denver Nuggets guard D.J. Augustin (12) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Tuesday, March 15, 2016. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) **FILE**

Jason Smith excited for opportunity to help Wizards’ young core

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

Washington Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) pauses in the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game against Paschoalotto Bauru, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, in Washington. The Wizards won 134-100. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Kelly Oubre Jr. remains a key project for Washington Wizards

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Kevin Durant may have signed with Golden State as a "business decision," so don't pretend it's about lofty goals. (the Oklahoman via Associated Press)

Kevin Durant signing with Golden State Warriors a business decision, nothing personal

By Thom Loverro

North Carolina State head coach Sidney Lowe sits on the bench late in the second half of their 75-67 loss to Maryland in an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 10, 2011. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone) **FILE**

Sidney Lowe gets his long-awaited chance to coach John Wall

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

FILE - In this March 27, 2016, file photo, Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) works against Houston Rockets forward Clint Capela during an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis. A person familiar with the deal says that Mahinmi has agreed to sign with the Washington Wizards. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday, July 2, because NBA free agents are not allowed to sign contracts until July 7. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)

Wizards snag role players after top free agents sign elsewhere

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times