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Wizards offer Tim Connelly top front office job, according to reports

The Wizards have offered Tim Connelly a four-year contract to lead their basketball operations, according to Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated.

The Wizards presented Tim Connelly with a four-year contract offer that is believed to be in the neighborhood financially of what he was looking for, sources tell @SInow. Connelly wanted five years—but is strongly considering the offer.

— Chris Mannix (@SIChrisMannix) May 17, 2019

Team owner Ted Leonsis spoke to Connelly on Friday. Apparently, an offer was quickly made. Candace Buckner of The Washington Post reported that Connelly would want a five-year contract worth at least $4 million per year.