NBA: All-Time Starting 5 Of the Washington Wizards

John Wall and Bradley Beal
John Wall and Bradley Beal

Center – Wes Unseld

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Arguably the greatest player in franchise history, Wes Unseld led the Bullets to four NBA Finals appearances, winning one in 1978. He was named Finals MVP and he still remains one of two players in NBA history to win the Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player Awards in the same season. Unseld achieved that feat in 1969.

Not known for his scoring, Unseld is one of the greatest rebounders and defenders of all time. He also possesses one of the best outlet passes in NBA history. Unseld ranks just third in scoring, first in rebounds, second in assists, and sixth in steals in the franchise leaderboards. His No. 41 jersey was retired by the franchise in 1981, the same year he retired.

Honorable Mention: Center – Walt Bellamy

Spending just four full seasons with the Wizards franchise, Walt Bellamy was franchise’s first superstar. Bellamy was named an All-Star in all of his seasons with the team. He also won the Rookie of the Year Award in 1962. Bellamy was inducted to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993.

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