Kevin Durant’s criticism of Klay and Draymond feels like another burner account gone bad
NEW ORLEANS, LA – OCTOBER 28: Draymond Green #23, Kevin Durant #35, and Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors celebrate during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on October 28, 2016 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
Kevin Durant is still in his feelings about his legacy on the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors already won the 2015 championship, and had just blown a 3-1 lead against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2016 NBA Finals following a record-breaking 73-win regular season when Durant hit free agency. Durant signed with the Warriors, which was only possible through a one-time salary cap spike in addition to Stephen Curry being signed to a cheap rookie extension. Golden State would win the championship the next two seasons with Durant being named NBA Finals MVP both years, but his rings never got the respect they deserved as fans accused him of taking the easy way out.
Now 10 years later, Durant turned a question about the Philadelphia 76ers’ offseason additions of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown into a defense of his decision to join the Warriors. Durant said “The last time three 20+ point scorers were together on a team, they said it was unfair.” Durant also said next season’s Sixers are better than the 2017 Warriors on paper.
As fans continued the debate in the comments section on social media, Durant chimed in again to rip his former Golden State teammates Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. Green immediately responded by saying Durant forgot he wasn’t on his burner account, which he has a long history of using to defend himself and criticize his teammates.
Thompson posted a screenshot of Durant’s Instagram comment, and asked why he used his full name to take a shot at him.
Green came over the top on Threads, and said Durant must have thought he was on his burner.
I fully believe that Draymond is right here. Durant probably thought he was on his burner when he left this comment. Would he really bash Klay and Draymond like that in public? It’s such a bad look.
Why is Durant equating prime Steph Curry with broken down Joel Embiid? Why is he compared his prime self to 42-year-old LeBron James? Why does he only care about offense? Honestly, no one is buying KD’s argument.
KD gotta relax. That Sixers squad is not better on paper than the GS squad he joined. He went to GS and we thought the NBA was cooked for the next 5 years. We’re not even all the way sold on if PHI can beat NY to win the East.
Durant joined a team that won a championship and had just broken the league’s all-time wins record. The Sixers haven’t reached the conference finals since 2001. I put Philly at No. 5 in my preseason power rankings, and even that felt like a little bit of an optimistic placement. When KD went to the Warriors, it felt like no other team had a chance to even compete.
Draymond then used his podcast to keep the conversation going, saying Durant thinks basketball is only about buckets.
Draymond reacts to KD’s comments on LeBron joining the Sixers
“You have to understand the way KD view basketball, the way KD view basketball is very Uncle Drew-ish, this game will and always will be about buckets… so he’s going to mention the 25-point scorers… He also said… pic.twitter.com/YC3yru9gEG
— The Draymond Green Show (@DraymondShow) August 4, 2026
Say what you will about KD, but the man loves getting into hoop debates online. I think that’s cool even if it often feels like he crosses the line. You can talk ball without ripping your teammates, and this has now been a problem for Durant at multiple stops. He essentially threw his Rockets teammates under the bus in a Twitter group chat last season with no real consequences. Now he’s trying to diminish the greatness of two players who helped him win the only rings of his career.
Durant is in a tough position. The Warriors won championships both before he signed with the team, and then after he left to join the Brooklyn Nets. He still hasn’t won a ring outside of Golden State, and now he’s about to enter his age-38 season. KD is still an excellent scorer, but at this point it feels more likely than not that he retires with only two championships, both with the Warriors.
Durant needs to throw his phone in the ocean, and just enjoy being a super rich, super awesome basketball player who is still performing at a high level in his late 30s. The burner accounts are ugly, and in this case, it’s even worse when you forget which account you’re using. At a certain point, the relationships become the best part of championship runs. It sure seems like KD might not have a great relationship with Draymond and Klay.
Gianni Infantino is facing a FIFA crisis after new allegations and World Cup controversy
EAST RUTHERFORD, UNITED STATES – JULY 19: FIFA president Gianni Infantino is seen arriving during the Final – FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Pablo Morano/BSR Agency/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Despite what many view as a wildly successful 2026 FIFA World Cup, the tenure of FIFA President Gianni Infantino seems to grow more tenuous by the day.
And two new stories may just be the tipping point.
In the wake of the World Cup, word emerged that Infantino was floating a plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors, with Josh Kushner positioned to be the lead investor. Kushner is the brother of Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of United States President Donald J. Trump. Infantino locked arms with the President in the months leading up to and during the tournament, literally and figuratively, first by awarding him the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize, and then standing alongside him during the trophy presentation to Spain.
That proposal sparked outrage around the world, and a near-immediate backlash from several global federations. Chief among them? UEFA, which first saw all member nations band together in agreement to boycott upcoming tournaments — including any future World Cup — if the plan came to fruition.
Then UEFA turned up the heat, signaling that the federation would trigger a “no-confidence” vote for Infantino if he would not step aside.
On Tuesday, two more stories emerged, also putting pressure on Infantino’s tenure at the organization. First was a report from the New York Times, citing four anonymous executives at host city committees in the United States, indicating that FIFA management “repeatedly assured the cities that they would receive the same $1 million contribution towards legacy, despite no public statement ever being made by the organization.”
To date, that money has not been paid. The four anonymous executives told the New York Times that “this promise was made verbally by members of FIFA’s senior management, and reiterated to cities in meetings.”
The other story? Shocking allegations made by Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, the President of the Jordanian Football Association. In a lengthy statement posted to social media, Prince Ali not only outlined the costs the JFA incurred participating in the World Cup, but also used the word “blackmail” when describing FIFA leadership.
“It is clear the problem really is with leadership. For months, FIFA has been refusing to help us on any of these or other matters- until it was verbally communicated to me during the World Cup that if I endorsed Infantino it would go a long way to helping our FA out,” wrote Prince Ali. “We pride ourselves in Jordan in upholding ethical values. We did not endorse him before and certainly will not now. But the whole situation amounts to blackmail and we refuse to give in to that.”
You can see the entire post here:
There is no shortage of issues regarding FIFA. Let me start by clarifying what some of these are from an FA perspective, in particular that of Jordan going into a World Cup for the first time. We are a small country with a minimal budget for our FA and had to deal with enormous…
As you can see, Prince Ali also notes that Jordan’s players have still not received the financial bonuses they are owed for the team’s second-place finish in the 2025 Arab Cup.
Prince Ali stood against Infantino in the 2016 FIFA President election, and is also the President and founder of the West Asian Football Federation, comprising 12 national federations including Iraq, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
Will these latest allegations force FIFA’s hands, or can Infantino survive the increasing pressure on his tenure?
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 02: Tarik Skubal of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on in the dugout against the Boston Red Sox during the eigth inning at Dodger Stadium on August 02, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Not every trade deadline pays out the way fans want. Some end with more of a whimper than a bang. This was not one of those years.
The 2026 MLB trade deadline had a bit of everything, a generational superstar on the move and a true depth of important players landing on new teams. Now that the dust is mostly settled, it’s time to see how these players perform for their clubs. A number of clubs can credibly claim they got exactly what they wanted at the deadline and came out better for it.
Which team won the trade deadline?
Even while there is no doubt who the biggest star was moved before the deadline, the Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal, there is no guarantee as to who will make the biggest difference this season. The Dodgers are already full of stars, and Skubal is only going every fifth day. A player like Clay Holmes going to the Cubs might make a bigger difference to a team still trying to make a run. Or Adley Rutschman, an emerging star at catcher, who is going to theoretically propel the Red Sox every day through the final stretch.
MLB Trade Deadline grades: Live analysis and grades for every major 2026 deal
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – JULY 30: Luis Arraez #1 of the San Francisco Giants reacts to a strike during the fourth inning of a game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on July 30, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images
It’s the MLB trade deadline! The most speculative, bizarre, and usually personally disappointing day in the baseball calendar is upon us, and I’m grading every major deal as they happen. From prospect hauls to rental pitchers all the way to the Dodgers probably trading for the Star Wars force ghost of Ted Williams (or something like that), I’m here for the intrigue and chaos all day. Let’s have some fun!
This story will be updated as new deals are reported.
Los Angeles Dodgers receive: LHP Kris Bubic
Kansas City Royals receive: RHP Carlos Duran
Dodgers grade: B+
Bubic has fallen way back to earth after a stellar 2025, but the Dodgers can afford to gamble on a player they are conceivably hoping to turn back into an All-Star. There’s very little risk with a player making so little money on a one-year deal, so this is well worth it.
Royals grade: C+
Apparently Bubic’s reputation in the league was not much, but I still thought the Royals could have gotten more for a lefty rental from a needier team. Evidently, they could not.
San Diego Padres receive: LHP Robbie Ray
San Francisco Giants receive: SS Joniel Hernandez, RHP Miguel Mendez
Padres grade: C
You can only make so many “win now” trades without actually winning now. The Padres just traded their fourth-overall prospect, Mendez, to a division rival for a 34-year-old starter rental with San Diego still on the outside looking in to the playoff picture. I understand this team isn’t exactly primed for a rebuild, but this seems to be heading down a very specific street: it either works or AJ Preller is fired. That’s a dangerous spot for any organization.
Giants: B+
Robbie Ray is going to do effectively nothing for the Giants anymore as their season descends into nothingness, but he has been one of the best pitchers in baseball since June even if his underlying data hasn’t been all that great. He’s not the star he used to be but clearly still has real value to a desperate Padres team. Even in division, I like the return for San Francisco.
Tampa Bay Rays receive: C Liam Hicks
Miami Marlins receive: INF Brayden Taylor, RHP Jacob Kisting, SS Adrian Santana
Rays grade: B
Hicks is a fine defensive catcher and very controllable bat with bizarre underlying metrics. He has showed excellent plate discipline and slugged a good amount in 2026 but with really low bat speed for how much power he’s creating. He also has zero opposite field power, pulling all 14 of his home runs sharply to right field. He could be a good, long-term option for Tampa, or this could be a major overpay.
Marlins: A-
Brayden Taylor was a first-round pick and a 50 FV prospect who will need to develop his plate discipline if he’s going to make it as a big leaguer. The Marlins probably feel that an infielder with pedigree and fixable issues is a solid return for their perplexing catcher, a presumption I agree with.
Philadelphia Phillies receive: 2B Luis Arraez, RHP Caleb Kilian
San Francisco Giants receive: RHP Ramon Marquez, RHP Marty Gair
Phillies grade: B
The Phillies certainly had to do something, and reconfiguring the ever-living heck out of their infield appears to be that thing. Arraez will slot into second base, moving Bryce Harper into the outfield as Alec Bohm ends up at first. Arraez immediately becomes Philadelphia’s third-best offensive player on a team seriously wanting for contact hitting. He’s become a really interesting player, and one I’ve come to believe in as an asset. Still, they gave up a real guy to get him.
Giants grade: A-
To net a Top 100 pitching prospect in Marquez for a player you signed to a one-year prove-it deal after it became clear he had zero market is an absolute win. It’s just a shame that this Giants team, which was banking on a lot of shaky propositions from the jump, couldn’t ultimately benefit from such a great signing. But in terms of price to value? This is a slam dunk situation.
Seattle Mariners receive OF Taylor Ward
Baltimore Orioles receive: RHP Alex Hoppe, RHP Harrison Kreiling, RHP Brock Moore
Seattle Mariners grade: B+
The Mariners got a solid player in Ward for a cheap rental price in what looks to be a last-ditch effort to save their season. He’s been startlingly consistent the past few years, a 3.0ish WAR guy who walks a lot and hits to both fields. The Mariners must now do the harder thing than trading for 32-year-old rentals: winning enough games to get back in the AL Wild Card race.
Baltimore Orioles grade: C+
They were never going to get anything for Ward, who was almost certainly going to walk after this season, and so this is a pure “thank you for your service” type trade. Nothing really special going on here for Baltimore, who appears to be packing it up for 2026 in more ways than one.
Chicago Cubs receive: RHP Kevin Gausman
Toronto Blue Jays receive: CF Brett Bateman, 2B Ty Southisene
Cubs grade: A
The Cubs needed a starting pitcher, and they got one. He may be a 35-year-old rental, but in the grand scheme of rental pitchers, you could do a lot worse than Gausman. The Cubs believe they can win the NL this year, and Gausman will be key to any chance they have against the Dodgers and the Brewers.
Blue Jays grade: B
As with every one of these rental pitchers, you’re just not going to get major beans for a guy with every ability to walk after 50 games. Both are 35+ grade prospects, so we’re not really reinventing the franchise here. The Blue Jays are all-but cooked in 2026, so getting something (anything really) for Gausman is good stuff.
Blue Jays receive: RHP Jose Soriano
Los Angeles Angels receive: SS Arjun Nimmala, OF Eddie Micheletti, RHP Angel Rivero
Blue Jays grade: D-
???. I’m not sure Soriano is the kind of guy you want to be trading Top 50 prospects like Nimmala for, as the inconsistent righty had an unhittable start to 2026 before massively tailing off. Trading Gausman was an admission of defeat, but getting Soriano (who is more controllable and thus more expensive) feels like a step backward. Was there no better option in the starter market? Could they not have waited until the winter?
Angels grade: A
I love this for the Angels. Soriano’s beginning of the season was a total mirage, and Nimmala is the kind of prospect that will allow the Angels to reset their timeline somewhat. If we just accept that the Mike Trout Era is not likely to yield results, we need to be talking future — like, the far future. Trading a questionable starter for serious value is excellent work.
Tampa Bay Rays receive: RHP Freddy Peralta
New York Mets receive: CF Aidan Smith, RHP Gary Gill Hill, 2B Emilien Pitre
Rays grade: B-
The Skubal backup plan could have been worse, but Peralta has been legitimately terrible in 2026 after the New York Mets invested in him as their big-name addition. The Rays needed to add to their rotation if they want a prayer in October, though, and it’s hard to think Peralta will continue to be this bad after his Brewers tenure so recently. A necessary move, but a sour consolation after losing out on Skubal.
Mets grade: D+
An admission of defeat in a season filled with nothing but defeats. The Mets got some decent pieces back in the trade given that Peralta is a rental, but the whole fiasco deserves a low mark. It could not realistically be going worse for the Mets in 2026, and Peralta is the image of that failure.
New York Yankees receive: 1B Luis García Jr.
Washington Nationals receive: RHP Yovanny Cruz, RHP Jake Bird, RHP Jack Cebert, RHP Ben Grable
Yankees grade: A-
A healthy Yankees roster does not want for power hitting, but this is not a healthy Yankees roster. They gave up a pretty serious prospect haul for Luis Garcia Jr., who only has one more year of team control after this, but it’s necessary in a year when the American League is so up for grabs it may as well have a sign pinned to it that reads “FREE” like a couch on the curb. Garcia has seen a major production spike this season, and the Yankees will hope it continues this fall.
Nationals grade: B-
I flirted with including Garcia Jr. in some previous trade candidates list, but I felt they would be best served hanging onto him as part of their young core. Of course, he would be worth even less next season as a true expiring deal, and then you’re in real trouble. If they knew they couldn’t sign him when he hits the open market, it’s not the worst idea to get the Yankees premium price while you still can.
Los Angeles Dodgers receive: LHP Tarik Skubal
Detroit Tigers receive: OF Zyhir Hope, RHP River Ryan, RHP Brady Smith
Dodgers grade: A+ (obviously)
Oh, what, you thought there was some other angle to this? Nope. The Dodgers traded a comparatively low sum for the best pitcher on planet earth and have ascended from “overwhelming World Series favorite” to “overwhelming World Series favorite.” Huh, maybe it’s not an A+ (sarcasm).
It’s obviously pretty lame that the Dodgers once again got the best player available, but honestly, who cares at this point? Until some kind of salary cap takes shape, the Dodgers will be the presumptive favorites to sign every really-super-duper good player on the market until the end of time. And short of a cap, there appears to be nothing anyone can do about it.
Tigers grade: B-
The Tigers are getting some bad press for this trade given Ryan is 27 years old and it feels unlikely that neither the Tampa Bay Rays or Milwaukee Brewers could have beaten that offer. Conspiracy theories that the Dodgers are being gifted all the best players to convince fans of the necessity of a salary cap are hilarious but ultimately absurd; if the Brewers and Rays wanted to beat that offer, they would have, so why didn’t they?
No reporting suggests this is the case, but as a theory: I wonder if Skubal’s camp made it clear that he would be signing with the Dodgers this offseason and other teams refused to give up real value for what was truly a 1/3rd of the season rental. The calculation of “just make the Dodgers give up something for the guy before they sign him anyway” would explain why nobody trumped that offer, and the Dodgers still have no special advantage in signing him. You can’t really get above a B when you’re giving up a godly player, but for such a franchise-altering trade, the Tigers surely netted the best deal they could get for their ace.
An undrafted WNBA rookie is a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate
CHICAGO, IL – AUGUST 01: Sydney Taylor #12 of the Chicago Sky hits the game winning three-point basket during the second half against the Las Vegas Aces on August 1, 2026 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
A star has been born in Chicago, and it’s an undrafted rookie who was just a few years ago getting DNPs at UMass Amherst.
That star?
It’s Sydney Taylor, the 25-year-old Chicago Sky guard who is amid a ridiculous offensive explosion that reached its pinnacle on Saturday afternoon.
Taylor is averaging 14.7 points and 1.6 assists per game, while shooting 45.5% from the field and 34.8% from three. She’s the second-leading scorer among rookies, and the bright spot for a Sky season that has come with its fair share of disappointments, headlined by an early-season Rickea Jackson ACL tear.
On Saturday, Taylor recorded her brightest moment as a pro, hitting a game-winning three-pointer over the Las Vegas Aces in a 29-point performance. That marked her fifth 25-point game of the season, and her latest offensive masterclass in her first pro season.
Taylor has been trending upwards as the season has progressed; she’s scored at least 14 points in every game since July 7th. She’s averaging 18.4 points on 47.3% shooting — and 39.3% from three — in 16 games as a starter this season.
The Sky have struggled — they’re 11-18 and out of the playoff picture — but Taylor has helped keep them in games all season long. Somehow, the undrafted rookie is the leading scorer on the roster. On Saturday, she carried them to perhaps their most impressive win of the season.
Sydney Taylor appears to be a shoo-in for First Team All-Rookie
Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles likely has Rookie of the Year locked up. Miles, who was drafted second overall, is averaging 19.4 points and 5.8 assists, while powering the Lynx ot the best record in the league.
But after her, it’s Taylor who is the second-leading scorer among rookies — not No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd (who has been fantastic) nor other top performers like Seattle Storm rookies Flau’jae Johnson and Awa Fam. As such, it seems very likely that she’ll be one of the five players named to the All-Rookie First Team (Miles, Fudd, Johnson, and Fam all seem like likely candidates, too, though New York Liberty guard Pauline Austier makes a strong case as well).
In 2021, Taylor played just 6 minutes per game at UMass. But she played out a four-year career there, establishing herself as an elite scorer before transferring to Louisville for a fifth season. The Sky signed her ahead of the season, and she’s now one of the most promising parts of their future.
She’s also one of the best rookies in the class, and a legitimate candidate for Rookie of the Year.
Victor Wembanyama Extends Nike Deal With Signature Shoe
Victor Wembanyama has extended his contract with Nike, paving the way for a signature sneaker from the brand, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania Friday. Terms of the deal were not immediately available, though sources described it as long-term.
Wembanyama’s original Nike agreement was set to expire in October. The new deal comes shortly after he signed a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale extension with the San Antonio Spurs, becoming eligible for that contract the day after San Antonio was eliminated in five games by the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Wembanyama also serves as a brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton, a partnership he has held since 2024.
Wembanyama became the youngest player to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year and the first to win the award unanimously, leading the league in blocks last season while earning First-Team All-NBA honors.
In his third NBA season, Wembanyama appeared in 64 games and posted career highs of 25.0 points, 11.5 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game, while leading the league with 3.08 blocks and adding 1.03 steals per contest. He became just the seventh player in NBA history to average at least 25 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in a single season, recording 42 games with 10 or more rebounds, 42 double-doubles and one triple-double.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 15: Kelsey Plum #10 of the Los Angeles Sparks dribbles against the Golden State Valkyries in the third quarter during a Commissioner’s Cup game at Chase Center on June 15, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Los Angeles Sparks are 10-17, and as such, star guard Kelsey Plum could be on the move. LA Times reporter Marisa Ingemi reported on Wednesday that the Sparks will most likely trade Plum by Sunday’s WNBA midseason trade deadline — and that they’ve gotten interest from multiples teams across the league.
It’s a notable development, as the 31-year-old has established herself as one of the best guards in the league. Plum is in the middle of a career year in which she’s averaging 23.9 points and 6.4 assists, while shooting 52.7% from the field and 38.3% from three. At the same time, she’s had an injury-riddled campaign; she’s appeared in just 12 of 27 games due to multiple lower leg injuries.
While there hasn’t been much concrete reporting about where Plum could land, there are several destinations that could make a lot of sense. The Sparks have until Sunday at 2pm ET to make their decision.
Here’s where she might land.
The best fit: Golden State Valkyries
The Valkyries have lost back-to-back games (albeit one without Gabby Williams) but have otherwise been one of the season’s best storylines. They’re 19-9 and poised for a playoff run, but, despite their league-best defense could they be missing some star power? Gabby Williams, Veronica Burton, and Janelle Salaun have all had big-time season, but none can create for themselves at such high volume the way Plum can.
Golden State could be making a move with the intention of winning a title now, and based on how they’ve performed this season, that’s certainly within the realm of possibility. But, if they can receive some assurance from Plum that she’d re-sign in the offseason — she’s currently on an expiring $999,999 contract — that’d make a trade all the more sensical.
Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase is very familiar with Plum, having coached her in Las Vegas, which could make the midseason transition even easier. Plum would be a great fit alongside Burton, Williams, and the rest of the Golden State cast.
Second-best option: Dallas Wings
The Wings could be going all-in ahead of the trade deadline. That’s what general manager Curt Miller indicated last week at All-Star weekend.
“You can’t be afraid to rip the Band-Aid off and make moves to try and go for it,” he said. “You’re not always in a championship window.”
Paige Bueckers and Jessica Shepard have both had big-time seasons this year, and Azzi Fudd is having an outstanding rookie campaign. But, could Dallas be interested in flipping Arike Ogunbowale, who is shooting just 37.8% from the field, for a more effective offensive player? Or, is there a way to offload Alanna Smith, who has struggled in a surprisingly limited role so far this season?
Plum will give them an undoubtable boost on the offensive end, and create a lethal backcourt trio alongside Bueckers and Fudd. But, some frontcourt defensive questions remain, even if Dallas pulls the trigger on this transaction.
Dark horse team: Washington Mystics
The Mystics are in the playoff hunt and have a very bright future, in large part due to a core led by Kiki Iriafen, Sonia Citron, and Shakira Austin. But, they’re probably not championship contenders, at least not right now. So, they’ll have to think twice before mortgaging their future for a player who may choose not to re-sign in the offseason.
Still, Washington has one of the league’s top defenses, meaning they could be a good landing spot for Plum, who at times has been a defensive liabiliy (Sydney Johnson’s system shoudl allow her to thrive). The Mystics have plenty of young players and draft assets they could move in a trade. The only question is whether it’s worth it to go all-in now, when they’re probably still a year or two away from being championship contenders.
