Episode 45: 2025 Wizards Draft Preview W/ Kevin Folli

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back to discuss the Wizards post-NBA summer league. Which of the Wizards young talent impressed? Who would they like to have seen more out of?The Wizards bought out both Marcus Smart, and Blake Wesley, to get roster to 15 spots. Ryan and Chase provide their thoughts on the current roster, and potential rotation we may see come regular season time.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are joined by friend of the pod, Osman Baig of BulletsForever, to discuss the Wizards acquiring Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets for two Second Round Picks.The Wizards also made a move right before the pod, as enemy of Wizards fans everywhere, Kelly Olynyk, was shipped away to San Antonio for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley, and a 26' Second Round PickWho starts for the Wizards, and what happens with the log jam at the wing spots?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the Wizards make a big selection at 6, taking Chase's top player on the board Tre Johnson. Ryan's guy and rumored target of the Wizards falls to 7 in Jeremiah FearsThe guys give their thoughts on the pick. The guys also discuss the Wizards 3 slot trade-back to 21, to take Will Riley.What did the guys think of the Jordan Poole trade to New Orleans?Live reaction to the draft pick of Jamir Watkins

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with friend of the pod Kevin Folli, of Wizards Film Room, returning for the second straight year to discuss the Wizards draft.Rumors are swirling around with what the Wizards might do at pick 6, what do the guys prefer they do at that spot? Ryan, Chase and Kevin each give their top 5 players they would like taken for the Wizards at 6.Who do they like as prospects for pick 18? Trade up? Stick there? Trade back?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back a few weeks after their last draft podcast with new ideas. Who do the guys want at pick 6? At pick 18? Trade up? Trade back? Who would the guys move off of in trades off the Wizards roster this offseason?

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back as the Wizards fall to pick 6 in the draft lottery. The guys give their initial reactions to the slide, and discuss who they may want at 6.Would they trade up? Stay put? Trade back?

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?