The Wizards are still searching for their identity with two months left to go during a frustrating, unpredictable season.
“I think we are trying to find an identity and who we are and what kind of team we are,” said president Ernie Grunfeld. “I think we are playing much harder and are taking advantage of the resources we have including speed, length, and athleticism. We have a point-guard that likes to get up and down the floor and we need players that can play with John.”
The Wizards will be in line for a high draft pick, which could net another franchise cornerstone.
“We want to play the game the right way,” Grunfeld added. “ That’s making the extra pass, helping out on the defensive end, rebounding the basketball, and playing with high energy and high intensity at all times. We have seen a lot of that, but when you have young players you are going to be inconsistent. Still those young payers are getting valuable minutes at an NBA level and that will be helpful over time.”