"We are witnessing an all-time bag chaser in his prime", "I don't wanna hear Free Bradley Beal for the next 5 years" - Fans poke fun at Bradley Beal after reports suggest he will sign an extension with Wizards

Bradley Beal creates space against a defender
Bradley Beal creates space against a defender

Bradley Beal has received a significant amount of attention with trade rumors circling the NBA. However, recent reports suggest Beal could re-sign with the Washington Wizards.

After declining his player-option for this season, Beal hopes to sign a $248 million super max extension with Washington.

Considering that Beal recently expressed his goal of being on a winning team, his desire to sign with Washington comes as a surprise. Fans on social media were quick to poke fun at the Washington star.

Bradley Beal's decision to stay in Washington could haunt him

Bradley Beal attempts to finish at the rim
Bradley Beal attempts to finish at the rim

Much like Damian Lillard, Bradley Beal is one of the few players still on the team that drafted them. Like Lillard, Beal is also yet to deliver a championship to his side despite putting up astonishing numbers.

Unfortunately for Beal, the situation in Washington does not favor him in the slightest. The Wizards do not have a solid unit and are coming off a very poor season. While players like Kyle Kuzma and Kristaps Porzingis have some promise, the absence of star power is a huge disadvantage for the Wizards as they look to get back to the top of the NBA pyramid.

The absence of a primary ball handler and playmaker only adds to their woes. The Wizards have been linked tied to Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon. Talks are ongoing, but the chances of them working out a deal seem unlikely.

As such, opting to stay with Washington could prove to be disastrous for Beal. Although he would be in a stable position financially, he is unlikely to ever win a ring with the Wizards unless drastic changes occur in the next couple of seasons.

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Edited by Chad Marriott