The Washington Wizards pursuit of Trae Young wasn't only for how he can impact the team this season, but what his addition could mean for the team's long-term plans.
Washington has high hopes for what Young's arrival could offer for the team's future plans, especially when it comes to the development of talented prospects like emerging star Alex Sarr and Young's running mate in the backcourt Tre Johnson.
However, at the same time, the Wizards are fully aware of their top-8 protected pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and not to say that Young's addition would drastically change the team's draft positioning, but considering their recent stretch of wins over the last couple weeks, it's safe to assume that the playmakers impact would contribute to winning.