Wizards' Coulibaly: Extend or Trade?

0:00It's March 3rd for the NBA. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The Washington Wizards are shifting gears from rebuilding to competing after years of drafting prospects and adding stars like Trey Young and Anthony. Davis. Over the past week, they've locked in full NBA contracts for second-round picks, Tristan Bouchovich and Jameer Watkins to build long-term death. Extension talks are heating up, too, with rumors swirling about a new deal for veteran Trey Young as the season winds down. Meanwhile, third year forward, Balal Kulibali is next in line for contract chatter. Fans and analysts see Kulibali's recent surge after the All-Star break as a big positive. He's played in 14 of the last 15 games, averaging 11.2 points over his last 11 while shooting 46% from the field. His defense stands out with quick feet and a long wingspan, making him a key role player. But inconsistency as a score and rising competition from guys like Alex Sarr, Kaishan George,

1:04and even two-way standouts could pressure his spot. This summer, the Wizards face a choice. Extend Kulibali before his fourth-year option or trade him. He might land a four-year deal around $54 to $55 million, similar to what former teammates deny Abdi Shah and Corey Kisper got. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor, Link in the Description. Don't need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is.