The Washington Wizards have quietly grown a reputation over the last few years engaging in trade conversations with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Between the Russell Westbrook trade that landed Kyle Kuzma in the DMV, to sending former lottery pick Rui Hachimura to the West Coast, Washington has become a strong trade partner for Rob Pelinka and the Lakers.
And while it's always good to have a strong relationship with teams on the trade market, Washington must avoid the trap that could be getting set in LA this time around.
Wizards must avoid Austin Reaves trade
Austin Reaves has become a talking point around the situation in Los Angeles and considering the red flags surrounding LeBron James future with the historic franchise, that's saying a lot.