The Washington Wizards lack of depth was well-documented last season. Throughout the regular season and into the playoffs, production stagnated whenever Wall, Beal, and Co. went to the bench.
A lack of production off the bench was ultimately the Wizards’ downfall. In game 7 against the Celtics, fatigue notably played a factor in John Wall‘s fourth quarter struggles.
The Wizards worked to address the issue this offseason. Via trade and free agency, they acquired Tim Frazier, Jodie Meeks, and Mike Scott. Many were skeptical as to just how much these acquisitions would impact the bench’s performance.