[From ESPN]

The Houston Rockets are trading Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for two second-round picks, sources told ESPN on Saturday.

The Rockets selected Whitmore with the No. 20 pick in the 2023 NBA draft but had trouble giving the talented prospect significant playing time. The deal gives Whitmore, who turns 21 this week, the opportunity for an increased role for a rebuilding Wizards team. A Maryland native, the trade also sends Whitmore back closer to home.

The Rockets worked with Whitmore and his reps at WME Basketball over the last few weeks on a new home. Houston officials had multiple offers on the table for Whitmore, but wanted to see him in a legitimate chance to thrive in his career.

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