Wizards Looking To Get Rid Of Jordan Poole As Soon As Possible

In his debut season with the Washington Wizards, Jordan Poole, NBA champion and former Golden State Warrior, has faced challenges. He is currently averaging 15.5 points per game, with shooting percentages of 39.2% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc.

The Wizards, grappling with a 2-10 record in their first 12 games, currently find themselves in the midst of a five-game losing streak. Given these circumstances, some suggest that the Washington Wizards should consider upgrading from Jordan Poole to the Miami Heat's Tyler Herro.

Why Would Anyone Do This?

Poole is in the initial year of a $128 million contract, and the Wizards appear destined to be among the five worst teams in the NBA.


Meanwhile, the Heat are coming off a season where they reached the NBA Finals for the second time in the last four seasons, boasting an 8-5 record in their first 13 games.

Nevertheless, their scoring ranks 25th (109.6 PPG), prompting them to assess how they can enhance their offensive capabilities.

A Promising Start Halted by Injuries

Herro had a stellar start to the season, averaging 22.9 points per game with shooting percentages of 44.7% from the field and 41.0% from beyond the arc.

However, injuries have sidelined him, and the Heat have posted a 4-1 record in the five games played without him. It's also worth noting that the team reached the NBA Finals last season even in Herro's absence.


While the Heat undoubtedly need Herro's scoring prowess, some may contend that Poole could be an intriguing replacement.

Jordan Poole's Track Record

Poole played a crucial role in the Warriors' 2022 NBA Championship victory, averaging 17.0 points per game with shooting percentages of 50.8% from the field and 39.1% from three-point range during the playoff run (coming off the bench in 17 out of 22 games).

His track record demonstrates he can be a dependable bench scorer for a championship team, potentially filling a void for the Heat to secure their first title since 2013.


What Would it Take?

Herro, in the first year of a $120 million contract, shares a nearly identical salary with Poole, facilitating a seamless trade. The Wizards should consider enhancing the deal by including one of their promising young players and/or offering some draft assets to sweeten the arrangement.

Such a move could benefit the Wizards by acquiring a more valuable player, while the Heat might find in Poole a better fit for their team.

Credits:
Sports Illustrated