"CJ McCollum is set to enter his 13th season in the NBA with a fresh start on the horizon after joining the Washington Wizards in a trade earlier this offseason. Obviously, finding himself on a rebuilding team isn't the most ideal move for a 34-year-old veteran, especially as his career approaches the back half. Contending for a playoff bound team is the ideal fit for a guard of McCollum's age"
"but considering how steep McCollum's contract is, it'll be extremely difficult for the Wizards to find a trade partner capable of making a deal. With the harsh restrictions of the CBA guidelines and the lack of ability for certain teams to aggregate contracts in outgoing deals, matching the incoming salary of McCollum would be a tall task, even with it being an expiring contract."
CJ McCollum joined the Washington Wizards in a trade and enters his 13th NBA season with a rebuilding team. At 34, a playoff-contending role would better suit his championship chase and competitive drive. He appears willing to mentor younger players but may become frustrated by limited team motivation. Washington could be open to moving McCollum ahead of the February trade deadline, but his steep, expiring contract and CBA restrictions make finding a matching trade partner difficult. Teams would need to package multiple contracts to match his salary. A contract buyout is the most realistic path for him to reach a contender, forcing a choice between financial return and chasing a ring.
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