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What Should the Mood Be After Wizards Receive Pick 6

Originally posted on Washington Wizards on SI
By Tyrone Montgomery | Last updated May 14, 2025 7:00 AM ET

After receiving bad news, it’s easy to fall into a deep depression. You may have a lack of energy, you may have a loss of appetite, and you may not even want to leave your home. This is a common feeling when something depressing happens. The Washington Wizards just received a bit of bad news.

The NBA Lottery was marked on the calendars of the entire Washington Wizards organization. The Wizards worked hard all season to try to secure a top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. They went through a lot of losing to get to this point. To be fair and honest, the Wizards also went through a lot of tanking as well to get a top pick from the NBA Lottery.

The Wizards received a top pick in the NBA Lottery; however, it was not the pick they were hoping for, or even anticipating. The Wizards had the second-worst record in the entire NBA. However, they ended up with the sixth overall pick. With that being the case, what should the mood be for the Wizards after ending up with the number six pick?

We'll be selecting sixth in the 2025 #NBADraft. pic.twitter.com/HtfBwEUTnT
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) May 12, 2025

Logically speaking, the mood should be a bit down. They wanted a top-three pick. However, they didn’t necessarily need a top-three pick. With that being said, they should have some understanding and optimism as well.

They still will receive a good player in the draft. This is a fairly deep draft, so talent is all over the first round. At the end of the day, the Wizards will still be able to draft a difference maker and a regular rotational player with the number six pick. The Wizards should have a positive mood despite receiving the number six overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

This article first appeared on Washington Wizards on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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