Khris Middleton's contract can still be well worth it for Wizards

So far, the $17.3 million contract the Washington Wizards handed Khris Middleton this offseason isn't looking great. The forward has fallen out of favor in the rotation, and it's telling that he can't get on the floor, even with how poorly the team's bench is playing. Still, even though that's all tough to stomach, Middleton's deal could be worth it if he helps guide rising star AJ Dybantsa.

Middleton is the perfect mentor for Dybantsa

Some will immediately argue that fellow former No. 1 overall picks Anthony Davis and even Deandre Ayton might be better mentors for Dybantsa. In that regard, sure, they can offer perspective that the former second round pick cannot. However, what Middleton can…