Every year, the NBA hands out a series of awards on the regular season. In a vacuum, it’s based on the player’s individual performance but their contribution to winning also factors in. Based on that, the better the Wizards do, the more realistic their chances will be to factor into the awards conversation at the end of the season.
Other executives vote for the Executive of the Year but, otherwise, the awards are voted on by a panel of national sportswriters and media members. Accordingly, national relevancy is a key factor in having a chance at being recognized for these awards.