Washington Wizards Mailbag Monday: Why the Wizards Have One of the Best Young Cores in the NBA
By Ben Mehic
Washington Wizards are experiencing legitimate success now, but their core of John Wall, Bradley Beal and Otto Porter is built to last for the future.
The Washington Wizards are on a roll and there’s no end in sight – well, if they can overcome their biggest challenge of the season against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night.
Scott Brooks‘ club has completely turned their season around and have become one of the league’s hottest teams, winning 17 straight games at home.
Washington is rocking a 30-20 record and are on pace to finish with homecourt advantage once the NBA Playoffs begin.
John Wall is having an All-NBA caliber season, putting up 23 points and over 10 assists per game. Bradley Beal has blossomed into one of the NBA’s elite scorers – not just shooters. Otto Porter is leading the NBA in 3-point percentage.
But what does the team’s growth mean for the future? Will they ever be able to eclipse LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers? Is this sort of success sustainable?
That will be the focus of today’s mailbag.
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