The Wizards PodcastWizards acquire Deandre Ayton1×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -30:43-30:43Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Wizards acquire Deandre AytonGreg FinbergJul 03, 2026ShareThe Washington Wizards acquired Deandre Ayton for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. Greg breaks down the trade and why he thinks Ayton gives the Wizards a very capable backup center. Enjoy!Discussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksThe Wizards PodcastSubscribeListen onSubstack AppRSS FeedAppears in episodeGreg FinbergRecent EpisodesThe Wizards Podcast: Bub Carrington’s tanking comments + Day 4 of training campOct 2 • Greg FinbergWizards Media Day Recap: Anthony Davis talks future in D.C. | Brian Keefe discusses his rotationSep 28 • Greg FinbergWizards wing preview: George vs. Coulibaly, Dybantsa's role, who comes off the bench (?)Sep 25 • Greg FinbergWill Dawkins talks Alex Sarr's return, AD and Trae Young's motivation, expectations and moreSep 24 • Greg FinbergWizards Position Preview: Point GuardsSep 21 • Greg FinbergWizards re-sign Anthony GillSep 16 • Greg FinbergWizards fans should be optimistic entering 2026-27 seasonSep 11 • Greg FinbergPredicting the Wizards' starting lineup, rotation and more with Ben StroberSep 3 • Greg Finberg