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Michael Lee: One of the executives added that taking Porter is "a no-brainer." Another thought CLE was a wild card that could take him first. We'll see Twitter @MrMichaelLee

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Marc J. Spears: Wizards won't listen to pressure to draft Georgetown's Otto Porter if he's available at three, source said. Wiz, however, are high on Porter Twitter @SpearsNBAYahoo

Washington Wizards, Draft, Otto Porter 

Chad Ford: Mock Draft 3.0 coming. Sneak peak at Top 5. 1. Cavs - Noel 2. Magic - Burke 3. Wizards - Porter 4. Bobcats - McLemore 5. Suns - Oladipo Twitter @chadfordinsider

Charlotte Bobcats, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Washington Wizards, Draft, Nerlens Noel, Trey Burke, Ben McLemore, Victor Oladipo, Otto Porter 

Bradley Beal: Hey @Derrick Rose would hate for u to think I meant any disrespect. Only u know when u r ready to play! Can't wait to see u back out there next yr! Twitter @RealDealBeal23

Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards, Derrick Rose, Bradley Beal 

When asked how he’d feel if a Wizards teammate made the same decision, Beal had to admit he’d lose some respect for that player. “A little bit. Yeah, I would,” he said. “The type of player (Derrick Rose) is, and the mentality and competitiveness that he has, I think he would have gave it a go. I don’t know what was holding him back. I think he’s scared it’s probably going to happen again and he won’t be the same. But you’re never the same after an injury. But you just have to fight through it and do something else to be able to impact the game. I’m not sure what it is he has to do. I really can’t speak for him.” Washington Post

Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards, Derrick Rose, Injuries, Bradley Beal 

Chris Miller: Gonzaga's Kelly Olynyk meet last night the Wizards. He believes he would be a good fit playing with Wall and Beal #WizardsTalk Twitter @cmillscsn

Washington Wizards, Draft, Kelly Olynyk 

One day after it was announced that he was named to the NBA all-rooke first team, it was announced that Beal will represent the Wizards at the NBA draft lottery on Tuesday at Disney/ABC’s Times Square studios in New York. Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Draft, Bradley Beal 

Michael Lee: #wizards spoke to Indiana's Victor Oladipo on Tuesday at NBA draft combine. Georgetown's Otto Porter expected to meet with team this week Twitter @MrMichaelLee

Washington Wizards, Draft, Victor Oladipo, Otto Porter 

When asked what Vesely needed to focus on this offseason, Coach Randy Wittman didn’t hesitate to mention that the 6-foot-11 big man had to worry about more than developing a consistent jump shot. “He needs to work on his head first,” Wittman said. Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Randy Wittman, Jan Vesely 

“It’s hard. Especially after my first season in the NBA, I was playing a lot. It’s hard not to find my position on the team and stay ready every game when you’re not playing,” said Vesely, who only missed nine games, including the first seven because of a hip injury during his 66-game lockout-shortened rookie season. “I just try to fight it. I didn’t know what time, when I’m going on the court so it’s hard to stay ready. I did my best, and I tried to work hard every day.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Jan Vesely 

“There are sometimes, I see Jan and he’s flying all around and I say, ‘That’s Jan.’ Other times, he’s shying away when he doesn’t have the confidence and that’s his main thing,” Wittman said. “I’m not smart enough to tell you I’ve got the answer to fix that. But we’re going to work on him. I mean, in trying to help him become a more confident player.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Randy Wittman, Jan Vesely 

“I’ve heard it out of his own mouth,” Price explained. “He doesn’t like to go to the free throw line, because everybody’s watching. It’s a confidence thing, so you know exactly what the issue is with him. It’s up to him to find that piece, or that confidence. However he’s going to find it, it’s up to him to find it.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Jan Vesely 

Wizards big man Emeka Okafor has his first child due at the end of this month, and he spoke recently about impending fatherhood. “The whole process is a bit unnerving to me,” Okafor said at the time. “Just thinking about the actual birthing process. I’m also not looking forward to losing sleep. I hear the first six months can be a little bit rough.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Emeka Okafor 

FoxDC sports anchor Scott Smith has a baby due any day now, and he challenged Okafor to a “baby skills competition.” The two would compete in various parenting drills, with some basketball layups thrown in. Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Emeka Okafor 

Andray Blatche, while noting that he doesn’t know whether he’d return as a free agent after the season, echoed Johnson’s sentiment. “As far as the job he’s done, he’s done a great job,” Blatche said. “The whole coaching staff in preparing us and getting us ready for these games. Our scouting report has been pretty good, that’s what has helped us in getting back from 3-1.” New York Daily News

Washington Wizards, Coaching, Andray Blatche, PJ Carlesimo 

“It was everything I thought it would be and a little bit more,” Beal said of the NBA. “I know there would be times when I would struggle. Guys are a lot stronger, faster – and these guys are good. That’s what a lot of people don’t realize. You may never have heard of anybody, but they can play. They’re not here for no reason.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Bradley Beal 

Beal earned the respect of his teammates and went the entire season without getting hazed. “I have good vets. No popcorn in the car, no pink backpacks, nothing,” he said. “It’s probably because he’s so mature,” A.J.Price explained. “You kind of forget that he’s a rookie, by the way he plays and carries himself. I think skies the limit for him. He came 19, I can’t even imagine playing in the NBA at 19. He did a great. He’s so mature, so ahead of his years. He’s also a leader. Got better as the season went along. In my opinion, he was probably the best rookie.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, AJ Price, Bradley Beal 

Beal designed the tattoos on his arms, but said he didn’t have any more new ink lined up. “Maybe, but my mom probably won’t let me. I still have to listen too her,” Beal said “I can’t just go against her.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Bradley Beal 

Bradley Beal: Congrats on ROY @Damian Lillard ! Well deserved, keep grindin' !! Twitter @RealDealBeal23

Portland Trail Blazers, Washington Wizards, Bradley Beal, Damian Lillard 

Michael Lee: Jordan Crawford on #wizards: "I could’ve won them more games & that’s what they wanted; I think they wanted me to be Superman a little bit." Twitter @MrMichaelLee

Boston Celtics, Washington Wizards, Jordan Crawford