The Washington Wizards have listed veteran forward Khris Middleton as questionable with a right knee contusion as they prepare to close a three-game road trip against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Washington eyes a top draft pick as the key to reviving a struggling roster and playoff hopes.
Washington general manager Will Dawkins confirmed the Wizards will begin discussing a contract extension with Anthony Davis in August as the franchise continues building around its revamped core.
After committing $212 million to Trae Young, the Washington Wizards may be better served preserving long-term salary flexibility than offering Anthony Davis another lucrative contract.
Washington ended a 14-game slide with its first home win and NBA Cup victory, highlighted by CJ McCollum’s scoring eruption and Bub Carrington’s encouraging progress.
Washington will commemorate the legacy of its former franchise star with a special in-arena tribute later this month.