As befits a team that’s missed the playoffs the past two seasons, the Wizards head into the preseason with some questions and position battles. Here are some key issues I’ll be watching throughout the preseason:

Positional Battles

Starting Forward

Kyle Kuzma is a probable starter at forward, but there’s a three-way competition for the other spot between Will Barton, Rui Hachimura and Deni Avdija.

Barton is the best offensive player of the group, who’s long-established as a solid NBA player who shoots decently and attacks the paint. His defense is meh, at best. His contract expires after the season.