The Washington Wizards are expected to wait until the offseason to try to trade Khris Middleton, sources tell Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. Middleton has a $34 million player option for the 25-26 season.
The Wizards acquired Middleton from the Milwaukee Bucks in a package for Kyle Kuzma.
Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly offered the Bucks his support internally on a trade of Middleton before the moved forward with it due to their close friendship over the years.