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The Wizards Got a Steal in Jamir Watkins

December 21, 2025

Story byEthan WeinsteinSat, December 20, 2025 at 11:50 PM UTC·3 min readDec 12, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jamir Watkins (5) dunks the ball as Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena. Jamir Watkins has become an extremely valuable player for the Wizards. The second-round rookie is already among the best defenders in DC. While many players drafted in the 40s might never step on the court or play significant minutes, Watkins has shown potential to be a future part of Washington’s rotation.

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Credit: Dec 12, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Jamir Watkins (5) dunks the ball as Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) defends in the first half at C

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AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDefensive ImpactJamir Watkins has made a significant defensive impact for the struggling Wizards.
With Bilal Coulibaly dealing with injuries, Watkins has stepped up as a key perimeter defender.
Watkins’s combination of quickness and his 6’6, 210-pound frame allows him to keep up with some of the best perimeter players in the league.
The Cavs’ backcourt of Mitchell and Garland has combined to shoot just 7/16 against Watkins, while committing three turnovers.
Even Pascal Siakam, Derrick White, and Jalen Johnson have faced difficulties, shooting a combined 2/7 against the rookie. While Watkins doesn’t have notable individual stats, his defensive impact is clear in advanced metrics.

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The Wizards Got a Steal in Jamir Watkins

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