Episode 42: Future Roles of Young Talent?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the season is on its last legs for the Washington Wizards.The young talent has been showing out recently. What is the ceiling of AJ Johnson? Ryan and Chase revist the Kyle Kuzma-AJ Johnson centered deal once more.What are the future roles and ceilings of the Wizards prospects? The guys take a deep dive into what the best outcomes, and most likely outcomes are for each of the Wizards young players.What of the other young guys playing recently has made in impact, and can be part of the Wizards future? The guys discuss.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss the solid stretch of recent play from the Washington Wizards.How have the vet contributions of Marcus Smart and Khris Middleton played a part in the recent stretch of games?A look at Alex Sarr's best NBA performance of his young career vs the Nuggets.Ryan and Chase give their power rankings for the 5 1st round picks the Wizards have accumulated over the last two drafts. (Sarr, Bilal, George, Bub, AJ)

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the Wizards were a large part of one of the craziest trade deadlines in NBA history.The Wizards made four trades in total. Ryan and Chase talk about each trade individually, as well as give a total deadline grade.What do the guys think of the vets brought into the building?The end of the Johnny Davis era in Washington. The guys give their lasting impressions.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss the Washington Wizards start to the 2024-25 season thus far. What have the guys seen out of the rookies so far? Is Alex Sarr on pace for the rookie of the year? Thoughts on veterans this season, including Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma, Corey Kispert and more. Looking back on the Bradley Beal trade a season and a half later. What is going on with Beal in PHX?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss the Wizards 2024-25 season as it is about to be in full swing. What did the guys see in preseason? How did the rookies look? The guys discuss their ideal starting lineup to open the season. What did they think of the Corey Kispert extension? That and much more.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss all things Washington Wizards, as the three Wizards 2024-25 draft picks got their first NBA action in summer league. Are the guys concerned with what they saw from Number 2. pick Alex Sarr? What did the guys think of first round picks Bub Carrington and Kyshawn George? Any one else stand out? Is Johnny Davis's job safe? The guys also discuss the Jonas Valanciunis trade, and what it means for Sarr.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back after the Wizards have made 3 selections in the 2024 NBA Draft. What grade did they give the Wizards draft? Deni Avdija was dealt to Portland prior to the draft, the guys give their takes on the deal. Where do the Wizards go from here during the offseason? The guys weigh in.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are joined by Kevin Folli, AKA Wizards Film Room, to discuss who they would like to see the Wizards draft on Wednesday night. Kevin gives a new potential second overall pick not yet discussed much on the pod. The guys also discuss potential Kuz scenarios, as well as the hiring of Troy Weaver to a front office role.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as Draft Day comes closer. Just over a week away until the Wizards add to their future core. Who are the top 5 picks for the Wizards at 2 or in a trade back? Ryan and Chase give their top 5 big board. How many players in last year's class would the Wizards select at 2 over the current prospects? The guys weigh in.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are joined by friend of the pod, Osman Baig, as we start to ramp up closer to draft time. Who do the guys want with the second overall pick? What is their "dream" draft day scenario? What could the Wizards potentially get in a Kuzma deal? Would the guys be interested in a buy-low opportunity for Josh Giddey?