NBA Eastern Conference: Southeast Division Offseason Summary
May 15, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) and guard Bradley Beal (3) react against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half in game six of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Washington Wizards
Last season summary: 46-36, L, Eastern Conference Semifinals vs Hawks
Changes
Offseason Addition(s): Alan Anderson, Jared Dudley, Gary Neal, Kelly Oubre, Aaron White
Offseason Subtraction(s): Paul Pierce, Glen Rice Jr., Kevin Seraphin
Outlook
The Good: The Wizards have one of the best young backcourts in the NBA. John Wall is on the verge of becoming a superstar
The Bad: Pierce really helped this team last season with his leadership and knack for hitting big shots. Now he’s a Clipper, however
Concern: Can Otto Porter Jr. take over Pierce’s old spot?
Prediction: 3rd in the Southeast
Note: The Wizards have all the ingredients to potentially push the Cleveland Cavaliers in a playoff series. Though, in order for that to happen, they’re going to need Bradley Beal to take a huge step this season. I’m not sure if that’s possible.