"Washington Wizards veteran CJ McCollum boldly told reporters at Media Day that he expects to have a career year in 2025-26. It's a strong proclamation from one of the best shooting guards of his generation, but it's perhaps not the outrageous idea that one might think it is. In processing McCollum's comments, a captivating reality was illuminated: The Wizards' roster isn't nearly as bad as many have made it out to be."
"McCollum, 34, first secured meaningful minutes in 2015-16 and has never once looked back. Over the past 10 seasons, he's produced averages of 21.5 points, 4.2 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.8 three-point field goals made per game while shooting at a clip of .454/.397/.805. McCollum has averaged at least 20.0 points per game during each of those 10 seasons, including a 2024-25 campaign during which he overcame injuries to average 21.1 points per contest."
CJ McCollum expects his best season in 2025-26 and will pair with Khris Middleton to lead the Washington Wizards. The Wizards' roster contains more talent than commonly perceived and could play competitive basketball despite not being championship contenders. McCollum has produced a decade of consistent scoring, averaging 21.5 points, 4.2 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.8 made three-pointers per game while shooting .454/.397/.805 over the past ten seasons. He has averaged at least 20.0 points per season for ten straight years, including 21.1 points in 2024-25 despite injury. Washington lacks many proven players beyond McCollum, Middleton, and reliable shooter Corey Kispert, and needs improved three-point efficiency after ranking 29th in 2024-25.
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