On today’s show, Isaac and Wardell break down the Washington Mystics’ busy trade deadline moves (sending Brittney Sykes to Seattle and Aaliyah Edwards to Connecticut) with expert insight from Jenn Hatfield, while also discussing the Washington Wizards’ recent roster moves and Capital City Go-Go’s trade!
🔥 Episode Highlights:
1. Mystics Trade Deadline Breakdown
The Washington Mystics made two major moves—trading All-Star guard Brittney Sykes to the Seattle Storm and rising forward Aaliyah Edwards to the Connecticut Sun.
Special guest Jenn Hatfield (Mystics beat reporter for The Next) joined the show to unpack the front office’s strategy, the emotional impact on the locker room, and why fans are divided over the Edwards deal.
“It’s hard to replace Brittney Sykes both on and off the court,” Hatfield said. “She was their leading scorer and a huge locker room presence.”
2. Wizards Re-Sign Anthony Gill
In a surprise twist, the Wizards brought back veteran forward Anthony Gill just weeks after waiving him. Isaac Harris called it “a feel-good move,” praising Gill’s leadership and the front office’s clever cap savings.
“Somehow they saved \$300K while paying him more. That’s front office sicko mode,” Wardell joked.
3. Go-Go Acquire Alondes Williams
The Capital City Go-Go traded Michael Foster Jr. for Alondes Williams, a high-flying scorer who’s already turning heads in Summer League. Isaac, who saw Williams live in Vegas, called him “a freak athlete” and a potential breakout star.
📝 Southwest Division Offseason Grades
Wardell and Isaac graded every team in the NBA’s Southwest Division.
Spoiler: Isaac had strong feelings about the Dallas Mavericks and their draft luck.
- Houston Rockets: A+ (Kevin Durant trade)
- Memphis Grizzlies: C (Confusing direction)
- Dallas Mavericks: A+ (Journalistically) / F (Emotionally)
- San Antonio Spurs: A (Smart rebuild around Wemby)
- New Orleans Pelicans: D (Unclear direction)
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