Cam Whitmore arrived in the Eastern Conference to play with the Washington Wizards this past offseason, with optimism surrounding his upside. However, just months into his tenure, the situation has taken a sharp turn.

The Washington Wizards have recently spoken negatively about the young forward, publicly questioning his practice habits, day-to-day work ethic, and overall approach to development. Their concerns have escalated to the point of benching him.

This decision seems to be in a manner designed to send a message to both Whitmore and the rest of the roster. As a result, his once-promising future in Washington now appears uncertain, raising a larger question: What is Cam Whitmore’s trade value at this moment?