Feb 2, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) puts up a shot against Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (7) in the first half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

How Khris Middleton Feels About Playing for Wizards

Originally posted on Washington Wizards on SI
By Tyrone Montgomery | Last updated Feb 20, 2025 6:00 PM ET

In daily life, change is widespread for everyone. Many people change careers, get new vehicles, and even buy new homes. Change is common in life. Sometimes in life, we may need a change in scenery. That was the case for Khris Middleton, as he was recently traded to the Washington Wizards. Middleton has finally opened up about this change in his life.

Don't worry, admin heard y'all #ForTheDistrict | @Khris22m pic.twitter.com/Kgn1D8THin
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) February 20, 2025

Khris Middleton has been an All-Star in the NBA and has won on the biggest stage in the league as he is a former NBA Champion. He was a player who had the ball a lot during each game he played, as he was considered a go-to player when the team needed a bucket. Now that he is a Wizard, life on the basketball court will be very different for him.

There is no secret that the Washington Wizards are going through a bit of a rebuild. They are trying to get draft capital, get cap space, and lose as much as they can to get the No. 1 overall draft pick. No doubt, this is an extreme change for Middleton, as the Wizards are in a different phase than his former team, the Milwaukee Bucks.

Khris Middleton on his message to Wizards fans: “I am going to be here as a mentor, but I want Wizards fans to know that I’m not here just to be a mentor. I’m here to be a basketball player and compete out there and help win games.” @dbltakesports #ForTheDistrict pic.twitter.com/uGT0Lra0mf
— Carita Parks (@CaritaCParks) February 20, 2025

Middleton is aware of this change as he went on to say that he is here to be a basketball player, here to win games and help however he can while being a mentor. That comment isn't surprising as he has a championship mentality in his DNA. He understands he isn't going to be a player that is the captain of this team. At age 33, being a mentor is perfect for him.

Khris Middleton spoke to media tonight after practice. I asked him how he is adjusting to transitioning from the Bucks to the #Wizards who are actively rebuilding. He noted he is focusing on what he can control as well as teaching the young guys and learning from them too.… pic.twitter.com/FWfDcLXtTc
— Carita Parks (@CaritaCParks) February 20, 2025

Middleton is the perfect professional that any team would want on their team. He went on to say that he plans on focusing on what he can control. That is his plan as he looks to help the Wizards in any way that he can.

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