Wizards Draft Options

1. What are the options for the Wiz with their #1 pick? 

They can keep the pick and use the prospect to build for the future or they can try to trade the pick for more proven, win-now players.  There are four players believed to be in consideration for the first overall pick, each with their own set of skills and potential.

• Aj Dybansa is a very explosive wing who can score from anywhere on the court making him the projected #1 pick. He has the potential to be a high-scoring NBA star. 
• Darryn Peterson: He is a smooth physical guard who can control the pace of the game and easily score at all three levels, topped with his elite playmaking. 
• Cameron Boozer is an incredibly skilled and polished power forward with great skills. He plays with a lot of intelligence, he is a beast on the glass, and he has an amazing outside game.
• Caleb Wilson is an athletic and versatile forward who runs the floor and finishes above the rim. He has blocking, which makes him a major problem. 

2. If they stay at #1 and take a player, who’s the best pick for them?  

AJ Dybansa.  He is a versatile wing with incredible potential.  Last year, he averaged 25.5 ppg, 6  rbg, and 3.7 assist as a true freshman, showing he can contribute in a number of ways.  He is the best pick amongst his class, especially because he has the most potential to be an All-NBA level talent and his position as a ball-handling wing fits with the current roster they have.

3. If they look at trading the #1 pick, what options do they have there?  

Could trade down to collect assets and still get a highly valued prospect.  Or they could trade the pick for a veteran or a collection of players to add to Young and Davis.  There are a number of players always available for trades, but it’s hard to pass on the talent available this year at the top of the draft.

4. Ok, what should they do?

The Wizards should draft Dybansa at #1 overall and trade Anthony Davis. He doesn’t fit well into the team’s current plans or timeline, and trading him will result in even more young talent and/or draft picks in the future.