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Wizards should solve their Bilal Coulibaly issue with a Scoot Henderson trade

The Washington Wizards need to make a bold trade to contend, and a Bilal Coulibaly for Scoot Henderson swap could do just that.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 11:00 AM
Wizards should solve their Bilal Coulibaly issue with a Scoot Henderson trade
Key Things to Know
  • Wiz of Awes argues the Washington Wizards should trade Bilal Coulibaly to Portland for Scoot Henderson.
  • Coulibaly did not receive a contract extension from Washington before the deadline.
  • The writer believes Henderson would provide necessary playmaking relief for Wizards guard Trae Young.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tyler Watts of Wiz of Awes argues that the Washington Wizards should trade wing Bilal Coulibaly to the Portland Trail Blazers for guard Scoot Henderson. After failing to agree to an extension with Coulibaly, Washington faces a crowded wing rotation featuring AJ Dybantsa and Kyshawn George, while Portland has an excess of backcourt talent that limits Henderson's minutes.

The writer believes acquiring Henderson would relieve offensive pressure on Trae Young, providing Washington with a much-needed secondary playmaker. Meanwhile, Watts suggests Portland would gain a defensive wing in Coulibaly to slot behind Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara, creating a mutually beneficial challenge trade for both franchises.

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