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Wizards sign veteran Khris Middleton in multi-team trade

7/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Washington Wizards signed Khris Middleton (34) to a three-year, $17.6 million contract, fully guaranteed the first year and non-guaranteed the third.
The deal is part of a trade involving the Clippers, Pistons, Bucks and Grizzlies that sent guard D’Angelo Russell, a second-round pick and a pick swap to Memphis.
He joins Trae Young, Anthony Davis and rookie AJ Dybantsa after averaging 10.2 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 63 games.

History

Historical Context

In 2001 the Washington Wizards signed Michael Jordan to a two-year, $33 million contract, boosting payroll about 30 percent and sparking an 18-win improvement that year. The move established a pattern of pairing star Trae Young with seasoned veterans. The 2024 three-year, $17.6 million deal with Khris Middleton follows that same strategy, aiming to blend experience with youth.

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Story summary

Washington Wizards signed Khris Middleton (34) to a three-year, $17.6 million contract, fully guaranteed the first year and non-guaranteed the third.
The deal is part of a trade involving the Clippers, Pistons, Bucks and Grizzlies that sent guard D’Angelo Russell, a second-round pick and a pick swap to Memphis.
He joins Trae Young, Anthony Davis and rookie AJ Dybantsa after averaging 10.2 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 63 games.

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