Cam Whitmore is currently with the Washington Wizards after the Houston Rockets traded him. Most people thought the Rockets had made a bad move, but they were actually helping Whitmore.
The Houston Rockets were busy teams in the 2025 offseason. They drove it away with Kevin Durant’s blockbuster trade. They signed the expansion to Fred Vanbeat and head coach Imeudoka.
On Saturday, July 5th, the Rockets sent Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizard for their second pick. For the Wizard, it was an absolute stolen because of the possibility that Whitmore would become a high-level starter.
This trade has led to many bewildered reactions, but the report shows that the Rockets are helping Whitmore. They wanted him to land on a team where he could thrive, and the wizard might be the best choice.
The Rockets have always had good intentions for Whitmore, but he never got long-term opportunities with the team. He is now heading towards the Wizard, a team that players can thrive for opportunities.
Because of the number of veterans on the roster, it might be a little strange. Players such as Marcus Smart, Malcolm Brogdon, Khris Middleton, and CJ McCollum are on the roster. It may be a hindrance for Whitmore, but the front office hopes that young people will flourish.
Because Blogdon is a target for other teams, the wizard can create space for new players. Along with all other veterans, they can be a valuable piece for competing teams willing to pay.
Initially, it was a trade that confused people. However, Shams Charania’s ESPN report cleared it for people within the NBA community.
“The Rockets have worked at WME basketball in a new home with Whitmore and his staff at WME basketball for the past few weeks. Houston officials have made multiple offers to Whitmore’s table, but wanted to see him go to a place that gave him a legitimate chance to grow in his career,” Charania said in an ESPN report.
When Whitmore and Jalen Green leave, the rocket has no natural fire guards. This plan is likely to involve Amen Thompson slots as new shooting guards. Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. are wings and this team should be very balanced.
They are shooting with Van Vleet, Durant and Smith. Thompson is a game-changing defender, and Alperen Senggun has always been a reliable painter.
The Rockets’ 2025 offseason is a series of familiar front office moves by Rafael Stone. It’s a good start as we’re trying to build on a second seed finish in the 2024-25 season. If they can continue to gain momentum, Rocket is a dangerous team at the Western Conference.