Answering questions about Wizards forward Deni Avdija

Wizards forward Deni AvdijaOne of the key questions the Wizards must answer is what they can reasonably expect from second year forward Deni Avdija. There’s considerable debate among observers of the team — in addition to being a likable personality who consistently gives an honest effort, Avdija has an army of passionate supporters who believe in his potential and his future.

The central thesis of making Avdija a central part of the team’s future (whether that’s as an All-Star level performer or a high-level role player) is that he’s playmaking forward and an elite defender. Among the arguments in Avdija’s favor:

He’s good for his age.

He’s good relative to his draft class and position.

His…