Bradley Beal is the next power domino in the NBA. A trade for Beal will cost a team a lot of assets, but it would turn borderline contenders into serious championship threats. Parting ways with Bradley Beal would benefit both Beal and the Wizards. His talents are being wasted on an awful Wizards team and the Wizards rebuild efforts are being hampered by Beals large contract. With James Harden going to the Nets, a lot of teams are in a frenzy to add another star and compete for a title.
1. Philadelphia
Philadelphia was a front runner for James Harden but the relationship with Tillman Fertitta and Daryl Morey, along with Philadelphia’s unwillingness to part with Tyrese Maxey, caused trade talks to move to Brooklyn. Beal would be a great fit for Philadelphia , giving them a much needed perimeter scoring threat. The issue with Philadelphia is the Wizards would most likely want Ben Simmons in return. If the Sixers can convince Washington to make a deal that doesn't include Ben Simmons, Philadelphia would have a good shot at coming out of the East.
2. Milwaukee
Milwaukee is in desperate need for another superstar to play alongside Giannis. Milwaukee already traded 3 first round picks in the Jrue Holiday deal, leaving them shallow on assets to offer. They would have to put a package together with Khris Middelton and their remaining first round picks to stay in the mix for Beal. If the Bucks can somehow make a move and get Beal they would immediately become serious championship threats.
3. Denver
The Nuggets are another superstar away from being legit championship contenders. Nikola Jokic and Bradley Beal would be an unstoppable offensive duo while taking some offensive pressure off Jamal Murray. Denver has plenty of assets that the Wizards would love to get out of a Beal trade such as, Michael Porter jr, Gary Harris and Bol Bol.
4. Miami
The Heat have gotten off to a very poor start this season. Bradley Beal would be a great fit alongside Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo in Miami. If the Heat want to make a deal they would have to part ways with Tyler Herro and multiple first round picks. Beal would fit in well with the Heat and they would allow him to flourish as the primary scorer.
5. Dallas
Bradley Beal would be a great co-star alongside Luka Doncic in Dallas. If Porzingis can stay healthy they would have a dominant big 3 and have a shot to challenge the Lakers for top dog in the West.