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4 hot takes about the Washington Wizards’ 2023-24 season

By Cem Yolbulan

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 22: Johnny Davis #1 of the Washington Wizards puts up a shot against Zeke Nnaji #22 of the Denver Nuggets during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 22, 2023 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 Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 22: Johnny Davis #1 of the Washington Wizards puts up a shot against Zeke Nnaji #22 of the Denver Nuggets during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 22, 2023 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 Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images) /
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Tyus Jones will be a Most Improved Player candidate

Tyus Jones has long been one of the best bench point guards in the league. He has been overqualified as a backup in Memphis behind Ja Morant and has performed well in every opportunity he had as a starter. Despite averaging 10.3 points and 5.2 assists in only 24 minutes last season, his splits as a starter are even more impressive.

In 22 games as a starter last season, Jones put up 16.4 points, 4 rebounds, and 8.1 assists in 33.2 minutes with shooting percentages of 50% fg and %41.5 from three. Those are high-level starter numbers. If he can manage to play at that level for a full season, he could easily be amongst the finalists for the Most Improved Player award.

Plus, he will likely have a larger role within the Wizards offense compared to his previous teams. After Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole, Jones will be the third option on offense. In a lot of the possessions, Jones will initiate, run the pick & roll, and set the table for the team. This will likely result in more scoring and assisting opportunities.

Jones is 27 and has 8 years of NBA experience. He is entering his prime and finally has his own team. As one of the best assist-to-turnover players in the league for years, he is poised to prove that he is more than just a caretaker point guard. Considering that he is also in a contract year, a surprise breakout season may be coming.

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