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Wizards: It’s time to let Isaiah Todd off the leash

By Omaryan White

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 09: Isaiah Todd #14 of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball against Obi Toppin #1 of the New York Knicks at Capital One Arena on October 09, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 09: Isaiah Todd #14 of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball against Obi Toppin #1 of the New York Knicks at Capital One Arena on October 09, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) /
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Sorry Corey Kispert, but Isaiah Todd is the better rookie. 

The Wizards desperately need a spot up shooter that can consistently knock down open threes. First-round draft pick Corey Kispert finished his collegiate career shooting 40% from three, but has yet to make an impact in an NBA game.

Although Corey Kispert is a rookie, the team had high hopes that his three point percentage would translate to the league. If you’ve watched many Wizards games like I have, then you’ve noticed that Kispert’s shooting mechanics seem a bit off for a pro. Yes, Corey is a rookie and may take time to develop, but how long should the Wizards ultimately wait?

NBA players have often had to change their shooting mechanics to develop as a pro, with Lonzo Ball being one of those players. Lonzo shot 41% from deep during his collegiate career, but shot 30% from deep during his rookie campaign. A few teams didn’t have the patience to work with his jump shot, but he has now found a home with the Chicago Bulls, switched his mechanics and currently shoots 45% from deep (his career best).

Should the Wizards turn to Isaiah Todd for three point help?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 25: Isaiah Todd #14 of the Washington Wizards runs during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on October 25, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 25: Isaiah Todd #14 of the Washington Wizards runs during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on October 25, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. /

Isaiah Todd is a local product from Baltimore, Maryland, who the Wizards drafted in the second round of last year’s NBA draft. Isaiah is a young, lengthy power forward that can handle the ball. During his one-year stint in the NBA’s G-League, he shot 36% from deep, but his NBA upside is far greater than Corey Kispert’s. The G-League Ignite was a star-studded team with many future All-Stars. I believe Isaiah Todd will be one of them. The only problem is the Wizards don’t want to play him.

The Wizards currently have the lowest percentage in the league on three pointers made while being wide open. If they are really serious about changing that statistic, it’s time to see what Isaiah Todd’s got.

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