Anthony Davis could request a trade from the Washington Wizards if the team starts the season with disappointing results. The star big man and the franchise have postponed talks on a contract extension until after the regular season begins in the NBA, leaving his long-term future unresolved.
Extension on hold
Washington and Davis agreed to delay the extension debate to avoid forcing negotiations before the official schedule starts. That postponement keeps the door open to a scenario where early results directly shape the player decision.
A slow start in NBA 2026/27 could push the center to seek an exit if the project fails to meet expectations. The veteran arrives in Washington as the interior anchor, but with no clarity on his contractual horizon beyond the current season.
A future tied to performance
The pressure is not only about short-term results: it also depends on how the rotation is built around Davis and on the team ability to compete in the Eastern Conference. If the roster does not fit, a trade request could move from rumor to realistic scenario early in the season.
The Wizards face the challenge of consolidating their new interior focal point while keeping negotiations on hold. Davis, meanwhile, retains leverage over his next move if the project does not start as he expects.
The possible trade request and the extension delay were reported by Fadeaway World and TalkBasket, consistent with information published by ESPN.