This makes sense for both teams, and all players involved.

AJ to Utah, alongside George, Markkanen, JJJ and Kessler, with Collier and Sensabough, is a legit young core.

Ace Bailey needed a restart before he was drafted. As the third or fourth option in DC, he'd have time and players around him to take his game to the next level.

Filipowski is a perfect third big behind AD and Sarr.

Peterson in DC is a wildcard. Technically he'd be great in their lineup next to Trae, Bailey, AD and Sarr, with their other young players. And the draft capital, while sending out DLo, who's redundant and a better fit in Utah, makes this deal work for all players and teams involved.