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4 players the Wizards need to target this offseason to solve their shooting woes

By Cem Yolbulan

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 26: Seth Curry #30 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots a jump shot over Max Strus #31 of the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena on March 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida. 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 Eric Espada/Getty Images) (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)
MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 26: Seth Curry #30 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots a jump shot over Max Strus #31 of the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena on March 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida. 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 Eric Espada/Getty Images) (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images) /
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Malik Beasley

In terms of accuracy, Beasley may not be on the same level as the best in the league like Seth Curry. However, he more than makes up for it with his volume and off-ball gravity as a result of that volume.

Despite being a 37.8% three-point shooter for his career, Beasley is an extremely dangerous perimeter player with an ability to bend defenses. His jump shot is very versatile with a quick release. His ability to get up three-pointers in a bunch would be a massive boost for a team like the Wizards who ranked 23rd in the league in three-point volume last season. Beasley shot 11.3 threes per 36 minutes last season, the second-best mark in the NBA after Klay Thompson.

Another advantage of targeting Beasley is his age. He is only 26 years old and has a chance to improve, grow with the Wizards, and be a part of the franchise for a long time.

Beasley was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers at the 2023 trade deadline. He struggled with shooting the ball, and eventually lost his rotation spot in the playoffs. This could be an advantage for the Wizards.

The Lakers have a team option on Beasley for $16.5 million for the 2023-24 season. After Beasley’s struggles and the Lakers’ other free agent priorities, there is a good chance they will not pick up Beasley’s option.

The Wizards can swoop in with a mid-level exception type of offer and lure Beasley to become part of their rebuild.

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