re: Wizards have beaten 76ers and Bucks in back to back games.

Randle still would be a big piece. First, it helps them try to get into playoffs this year. Second, it gives them a head start on selling him and getting to know him. If he finishes the season with another team and 7 teams are after him, Mavs are just one of 7. But if he finishes the season with them, they have a significant head start on the other 6 if they want to keep him