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Buy low, play now: Why NBA teams should be begging the Wizards for Justin Champagnie

Back in May, I asked if the end of the tanking era would usher in minutes for Justin Champagnie. My thinking on Champagnie hasn’t changed, but my answer has. Which is to say, I still think Champagnie is an average…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 11:00 AM
Buy low, play now: Why NBA teams should be begging the Wizards for Justin Champagnie
Key Things to Know
  • Kevin Broom argues NBA teams should target Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie as a low-cost rotational addition.
  • Broom expects Champagnie to face reduced minutes in Washington behind younger prospects and veteran frontcourt players.
  • Champagnie shot over 60 percent on two-pointers while playing more than 1,300 minutes each of the past two seasons.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kevin Broom of Bullets Forever argues that rival NBA teams seeking a reliable rotational forward should try to acquire Justin Champagnie from the Washington Wizards. Broom expects Champagnie will become the odd man out in Washington's rotation as head coach Brian Keefe and general manager Will Dawkins prioritize the development of younger prospects and established frontcourt players.

Statistical analysis from Broom shows Champagnie provides steady, above-average value by defending, rebounding, limiting turnovers, and shooting over 60 percent on two-pointers over the past two seasons. The writer suggests Champagnie could be a valuable, low-cost trade target for contending teams needing a productive bench forward.

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