Washington makes an exciting announcement from John Wall that will get fans’ attention
While the former Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas approves Trae Young tradethe first choice of the franchise for the year 2010, John Wallanother memorable guard, will be honored. The Wizards will celebrate Wall’s career by hosting a pop-up and handing out the five-time All-Star during the upcoming game.
The Wizards announced Wall’s bobblehead night at Capital One Arena, by Joshua Valdez of Athlon Sports.
“The Wall’s celebration will begin on Tuesday, January 27, when fans will have the opportunity to visit the ‘Wall of Fame’ pop-up store located near section 118 of the Overtime Shop at Capital One Arena.” T-shirts, jerseys and celebration…”
Wizards owner Ted Leonsis discussed Wall impact on the organization.
“From the moment John Wall joined our organization, he set the standard for what it means to represent the Wizards franchise – with integrity, competitiveness and an unwavering commitment to his teammates, our fans and the District,” Leonis said. “John’s impact reaches far beyond statistics. He has embraced DC as his home and returned to the city with deep pride and purpose.”
“Within our organization, he helped elevate everyone around him and left a lasting mark that will be felt for generations. We are incredibly grateful for his contributions and proud to celebrate an extraordinary career.”
Wall played nine of his 11 NBA seasons with the Wizards, averaging 19.0 points on 43.3% shooting, 9.2 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game.
John Wall reveals what hurt the most in the Wizards trade
Former Wizards point guard John Wall made his trade to the Rockets as a tough jump for an NBA player who spent nine seasons playing for one team. Wall was 19 years old when his career took off in the nation’s capital, leading to a move to the Rockets. hard to cope with as a seasoned veteran reluctantly entering a new chapter in his career, he said, through The Pivot.
“I’m damned,” Wall said. “This is the city where I want to play for a team, to win a championship here… D.C. is everything I’ve known since I was a kid, to grow up here.”
“I’m goddamn… this is the city where I want to play for a team, win a championship here… D.C. is all I’ve known since I was a kid, to grow up here”
John Wall talks about how he felt after being traded to the Washington Wizards 💔
(via @thepivot)
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The Wizards will celebrate Wall’s career when they host the Trail Blazers on Jan. 27.
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