Marcus Smart has become the latest veteran guard to be bought out or waived in recent weeks, joining the likes of multi-time All-Stars Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal as free agents who've found new homes.
Smart is reportedly joining the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-year contract, but the more interesting element from a Golden State Warriors perspective may be what it means for other potential moves.
Could Khris Middleton be the next to secure a buyout with the Wizards?
While Smart has now departed the Wizards after just 15 games with the franchise at the end of last season, there remains a number of veteran players on a rebuilding team who will be looking to invest as much playing time and opportunity into their youth as possible.