If there’s any lesson to be taken from last night’s Wizards loss to the Indiana Pacers, it might be this: don’t draft for perceived need.
Tyrese Haliburton, recently acquired by the Pacers, had a crappy shooting night and committed four turnovers. He also showcased elite court vision and passing ability, as well as the exuberant leadership that makes teammates love playing with him. The Wizards may not have “needed” a guard in the 2020 draft, but they sure could use one in 2022.
By the way, I’m not alleging a conspiracy, but the Pacers have been making roster moves that seemed designed to tempt me away from following the Wizards.