REPORT: Washington Wizards a Potential Landing Spot for Zion Williamson | Greg Finberg Joins

In this episode of Locked On Wizards, Ben Strober, Greg Finberg, and Abdullah Ayubi dive into the swirling speculation around a potential Zion Williamson trade to the Washington Wizards. They break down how realistic a move for Zion is, debate the impact on the Wizards’ young core, and review contract details that could shape the front office’s decision. The crew also chats about Trey Johnson’s absence from the NBA rookie ladder, the current state of the Wizards’ rebuild, and examines broader trade deadline possibilities. If you’re a Wizards fan, this episode will give you insight into both the risks and upside of a blockbuster trade for Zion—and what it means for the team’s future.

Six Key Timestamps:

[00:00:01] Zion Williamson Trade Speculation Introduction
Ben Strober opens with the latest rumors linking Zion Williamson to the Wizards and introduces the panel.

[00:03:14] Should the Wizards Trade for Zion?
Greg Finberg shares his detailed perspective on why he’s hesitant about a Zion trade, especially given the team’s rebuild progress.

[00:05:45] Devil’s Advocate: The Case For Acquiring Zion
Abdullah argues for taking a chance on Zion, given his talent and potential bargain price, and discusses possible impact on the young core.

[00:09:36] Contract Details: Zion’s Non-Guaranteed Money + Weight Clauses
Ben Strober goes over important contract details—including non-guaranteed salary and weight clauses—explaining why the financial risk may be lower than expected.

[00:22:25] Trey Johnson’s Rookie Ladder Snub
The crew talks about Trey Johnson’s absence from the NBA’s top rookie list, sharing their thoughts on his development and future role.

[00:28:59] Trade Deadline Predictions & Wizards Outlook
Greg Finberg outlines his expectations for the upcoming trade deadline, speculates on possible moves, and shares thoughts on the rebuild’s trajectory.

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24 comments

  5. Zion to DC for just the 2026 30th would be a worthwhile risk. Insanely talented and if we can give him a good nutritionist, coach him well, and keep him motivated to play I think it would be a huge steal. Would put more butts in seats and buying low on talent. Obviously we’re not giving away any of our top young players for him. But he’s still young and adding proven talent can never hurt

  7. What are you guys thinking? Why are you even thinking about this are the wizards that the dumping the dumb spot for the NBA is that what you’re doing? Is that what’s going on here the dumping ground you’re gonna go inquire and have the wizards choir another often interplay, which I knew was gonna happen in the first place when he got drafted and pay high salary for a player makes no sense to me. Why would the wizards pay another huge salary for another dump. This is out. This is the same thing happened when they traded for Elvis Ferguson from the Clippers back in the late 1990s this is got to stop. We do not need to be trading for a high price often injured player people need to get past oh he’s a super like no he’s not a superstar. He’s an injured player who’s consistently injured that doesn’t make a superstar. Don’t only make him a superstar is because he was a top pic. He is not a superstar All-Star type player. Why would it be with us be putting that type of money to go after another let’s they want to be the dump and ground for another MB team to get rid of their high price overpriced injured players this needs to stop

  8. Wizards want to upgrade the PF position this is what they should do trade our OKC pick and the last second round pick to the Suns for PF Rasheer Fleming the 31 pick in the 2025 Draft ..

  11. We’re good thanks no but no thanks we can draft our guy in the front court to help Sarr .. don’t sleep on Caleb Wilson kid is a problem & would fit like a glove here will have options more then likely & Dawkins will do the right thing

  12. Zion is better than anyone we have right now at that position. If you pair him with Tre Sarr the top pick Bagley man the Wiz would be a contender because he’d be playing for a contract.

  13. Hi guys, JP here! Lived in DC for 5 years, now back home in México City. Thanks for helping me keep track of the team, big fan of the 3 of you!

    I have to say I'm siding with Abdullah here. I'm seeing a ton of upside for a very moderate price. Also, not only the trade protects the Wiz against a lottery downside case, it also gives us a ton of flexibility for the draft. As it stands you are kind of forcing the team to draft either Boozer or Dybantsa. If they get Zion (or another PF) you can draft Peterson, not extend Trae and you are good to go. If you end up with Boozer/Dybantsa either can develop with less pressure behind Zion/George

    Finally, I think Greg is kind of underestimating the urgency for 2027. It's been 3 years of mostly misserable games. Yes it was needed, but it's time to start competing again!!!

    GO WIZ!!! VAMOOOS

  15. Hello eWizbody
    If works, trade Middleton and a pick for Zion is an upgrade ( if he can stay healty )
    On other side, if Zion don't want tò play in DC, you can trade him again tò a desperate team ( like GS o Milwaukee ) for picks or cut him .

  19. Go get Zion! We didn’t have to give up anything to get Trae. We can’t develop all these young players at the same time anyway. I say give up a protected first or two and I’d even give up Tre Johnson, we can find another player like him. Alex, bub, bilal are ready to win now. I say do it!

  21. Its 😂😂😂😂😂 For any Wizards Fans to say Uhhh i dont want ZION…..WTF WRONG WITH YOU DUMB ASS FANS🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

  23. Zion is a perfect fit. Shooters all over, including Sarr. Zion and Trea on prove it deals with our young core. We get a top 3, even better. Having a bunch of cap space doesn’t matter if nobody wants to play for you.

  24. Wiz should do this as a no brainer. He won't even cost much, definitely not any of your core guys (Tre, Sarr, George, Bilal).

    As a Hawks fan, we always wondered what Trae to Zion lobs would look like. Both still in their prime. Trae is a chef that will make sure everyone eats. This will not hinder development.

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