Wizards Acquire Whitmore, Continue Roster Overhaul

The Houston Rockets have traded 21-year-old forward Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards in exchange for two second-round draft picks, specifically the 2026 and 2029 selections. Whitmore, a Maryland native and the 20th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, struggled for playing time in Houston but is seen by the rebuilding Wizards as a potential key offensive contributor. Washington's acquisition of Whitmore follows other notable offseason moves, including adding CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and No. 6 draft pick Tre Johnson. Houston worked with Whitmore's representatives to find a suitable new opportunity. The deal is expected to be finalized once the NBA's moratorium period concludes. The Wizards have until October 31 to exercise Whitmore's team option for the 2026-27 season.