The Washington Wizards are sending forward Deni Avdija to the Trail Blazers in exchange for guard Malcolm Brogdon and draft picks. Avdija, a first-round pick in 2020, had a successful season and caught the attention of the league. Brogdon will join the Wizards after a productive season with the Trail Blazers. The trade is part of the Wizards' future-focused strategy following recent draft moves.