The Washington Wizards guard is linked to being a player who could be sent to other teams as early as draft day.
Jordan Poole’s time with the Washington Wizards started out rather rocky, but things stabilized in the 2024-25 NBA season when he averaged 20.5 points per game. According to a recent report from Rafael Barlowe of NBA Big Board, there’s growing belief around the league that the Wizards are open to moving Poole, potentially as soon as draft night on June 25.
After being traded from the Golden State Warriors in the Chris Paul deal back in July 2023, Poole became one of the faces of Washington’s rebuild. But with the team holding two first-round picks (Nos. 6 and 18) in the 2025 NBA Draft and no clear timeline to compete, the front office appears willing to listen to offers for any player not on a rookie deal.
Poole showed flashes of his scoring prowess last season but also struggled with consistency, shot selection, and defense. His $31.8 million salary for the 2025–26 season could make him a salary dump or a piece in a larger trade package depending on how the Wizards prioritize flexibility.
It’s unclear what teams could be more aggressive in making an offer for Poole, but Washington would likely want more first round draft picks or prospects in return.
For the Wizards, moving Poole would further signal their full embrace of a long-term rebuild. It would also give them more breathing room to develop young guards like Bilal Coulibaly and whoever they select in the upcoming draft.
While no deal is imminent, the Poole situation is worth watching as Washington reshapes its roster over the next several weeks. If a team sees him as a change-of-scenery candidate with untapped upside, a deal could come together quickly.