Watkins' Defense Earns NBA Future | NBA News

Jamir Watkins, the rookie guard who turned heads with elite defense on a two-way deal, is now at a crossroads as the Wizards decline his team option. Despite limited minutes and a struggling team, he averaged over one steal and half a block per game, ranking among the league’s best defensively. His impact was vital for a roster leaning on offense, especially with Trae Young and AJ Dybantsa expected to lead the backcourt. Now, Washington must decide: re-sign him short-term, lock him in long-term, or let him become a restricted free agent — all while weighing whether his defensive spark is worth keeping or risking losing him to a team that values his intensity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a06b6b579ed05b04