Jordan McRae

[nate33]

The reason we shouldn't trade McRae is the same reason we shouldn't trade Bertans: we are in no man's land with respect to our cap flexibility. We have plenty of room under the $141M luxtax threshold but have almost no ability to spend much more than the $115M salary cap threshold.

If we let Bertans and McRae walk, we have only the $10M MLE to replace them. It's better to keep them and resign them with Bird Rights. We can then still use the MLE to add even more depth. If appropriate, we can trade one or both of them later.

[DCZards]

As to the chances of getting someone as good or better than McRae with a R2 pick, keep in mind that McRae himself was taken #58 in the draft. Moreover, if we are not going to become contenders next year (&, trust me, we are not), then a young player is inherently more valuable than someone like McRae.

Every player on every team should be available in a trade -- it's just a question of what's on offer in return for the guy.

The decision as to whether or not to trade McRae for a second round pick should not be contingent on whether the Zards will be “contenders” next season.

Trading Jordan for a pick who might not be as good as him (a player who might not ever be in the team’s regular rotation) does not get you any closer to being a contender next year...or five years from now.

I’d argue that the Zards are far better off this year —and probably in future years should they resign him—because they kept Jordan over the younger Jemerrio Jones.

Nothing wrong with having more second round picks, but you also need to recognize when you have a seasoned player who might be more valuable than the crapshoot of a second round pick...especially when you’re attempting to do a quick rebuild around two veteran guards.

Of course, every player should be available for trade.

[gambitx777]

It depends on the offer. Just like with every player. Team chem and morale is looking good.unleas someone blows us away with an offer for some reason .I don't think we are making too many moves

As to the chances of getting someone as good or better than McRae with a R2 pick, keep in mind that McRae himself was taken #58 in the draft. Moreover, if we are not going to become contenders next year (&, trust me, we are not), then a young player is inherently more valuable than someone like McRae.

Every player on every team should be available in a trade -- it's just a question of what's on offer in return for the guy.

The decision as to whether or not to trade McRae for a second round pick should not be contingent on whether the Zards will be “contenders” next season.

Trading Jordan for a pick who might not be as good as him (a player who might not ever be in the team’s regular rotation) does not get you any closer to being a contender next year...or five years from now.

I’d argue that the Zards are far better off this year —and probably in future years should they resign him—because they kept Jordan over the younger Jemerrio Jones.

Nothing wrong with having more second round picks, but you also need to recognize when you have a seasoned player who might be more valuable than the crapshoot of a second round pick...especially when you’re attempting to do a quick rebuild around two veteran guards.

Of course, every player should be available for trade.

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[payitforward]

All 3 of nate, Zards & gambit make perfectly valid points. & I hope it's obvious that I'm not calling for us to trade McRae. It's all a matter of what's on offer.

Most important -- what a nice moment for Jordan McRae! He's put his time in; it's great to see him in a position to make some money!

[payitforward]

Let's hear it for Jordan McRae, & let's give him a nice send-off too.

We picked McRae up off the scrap heap, & he used the opportunity to establish himself in the NBA. He deserves credit for that. Word is, he's a nice guy & very well liked in the locker room.

I didn't want to keep him this year, & I was wrong. He played extremely well to start the season -- we needed it, too! Here's hoping he's a big success in Minnesota. Good luck to Jordan McRae.

[TheBabyMaker]

What? Wait? I thought he was going to Denver? Either way he was a true professional the whole time here at Washington, I had no problem with him but some of my fellow Wiz fans though he took too many minutes from the younger guys and was shooting too much yet he was probably the best play maker behind Beal and Ish all season. His scoring off the bench will be missed I guarantee that.

[nate33]

He was a good player and a good fit on this ball club. But as an expiring contract in a tank season, I'm glad Sheppard found a way to trade him for future value.

It's worth noting that his "breakout season" this year was mostly based on unsustainable hot 3-point shooting over the first 16 games, culminating in a torrid stretch while Beal was out. In his first 16 games, he posted a TS% of .615 and a 3P% of .490. In his last 13 games, his TS% has been .459 and his 3P% has been .281.

We may have sold high on him. Shades of Rasual Butler.

[Ruzious]

McRae's problems were mainly with injuries - throughout his career. It was clear there was something wrong in his last few games - he was moving at least a step slower than usual. And with him being an upcoming free agent, it's not a surprise that they traded him.

[payitforward]

Anyway, here's hoping he gets healthy, closes the season strong, & gets a contract that lets him put some money away!

[nate33]

Interesting. I guess he wasn't good enough to help the Nuggets:

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[Ruzious]

Interesting. I guess he wasn't good enough to help the Nuggets:

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I saw some highlights of him playing for Denver - when he was hitting some shots - and he just looked awfully slow - same with his last few games with the Wiz. I figure he has something wrong with him. Injuries have always seemed to be a problem with him. This season it was finger problems and something with his legs or feet.

[payitforward]

The Pistons have claimed McRae off waivers. Good. Hope they re-sign him. I'd like to see him extend his career a few years & make some $$$!!

[closg00]

Good for Jordan with several teams wanting to sign him, hope he makes it.

[TheBabyMaker]

He will/should get mins with the injuries to Rose and Kennard.

[gambitx777]

Too bad he's not play off eligible he would look good as a Laker

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[TheBabyMaker]

Too bad he's not play off eligible he would look good as a Laker

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Lakers just signed Dion **** Waiters. Is he eligible for the playoffs? I don't get it.

[gambitx777]

He is. He was bought out before the 1,st

Too bad he's not play off eligible he would look good as a Laker

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Lakers just signed Dion **** Waiters. Is he eligible for the playoffs? I don't get it.

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[TheBabyMaker]

He is. He was bought out before the 1,st

Too bad he's not play off eligible he would look good as a Laker

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Lakers just signed Dion **** Waiters. Is he eligible for the playoffs? I don't get it.

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Oh Ok.