you can't tell me that this deal wouldn't have been available in February same as it's available today, and it's not like it suddenly positions the Wizards to make a playoff push next year. but in March there will be more teams facing the reality of their roster in the W-L column and willing to consider enacting a longer term plan wherein they clear cap immediately.

so yeah, stupid deal for the Wiz. if it really is the best one, do it in February. so dumb.