Why The Washington Wizards Do The Deal?

Frankly, we’re not sure if this deal makes the Wizards better or not. Johnson is likely the most talented player in this deal, but Jones may be more impactful. Either way, that’s not the point.

For the Wizards, the point here is to add a young player with some star power to their roster. Will Johnson ever make an All-Star appearance? We’re not sure.

Still, he’s got better odds of doing so than Tyus Jones. If the Wizards develop him properly, they should be getting the best player in this deal. Meanwhile, they shouldn’t worry about giving up a distant, lottery-protected first. If the Wizards are a lottery team by 2028, they’ve got deeper problems. This deal allows them to plan for success in that time frame while also preparing for failure.

Why The San Antonio Spurs Do The Deal?

Here’s the thing about Johnson: he’s a lot like Vassell. They’re both slightly undersized wings who can shoot, defend, and create their own shot. It’s not that they can’t play together – more so, the Spurs may just benefit from diversifying their assets.

If they’re choosing between Vassell and Johnson, the choice is obvious. So, we’ve got them moving Johnson. They’re bringing in Tyus Jones for their troubles. He’s an ideal game manager for this team. Jones seldom turns the ball over, and he’s a reliable shooter.

The fact that he’s joining his brother in the rotation doesn’t hurt either: the Spurs should improve their team chemistry by making this move. Finally, Spurs fans must start rooting for a quality Wizards rebuild. If they’re back in the playoffs by 2028, they’re getting a first-round pick here. Either way, bringing in a point guard like Jones has its own benefit. If this deal occurs, Spurs fans can get (even more) excited.