About a year ago, Jordan Poole’s rocky first season with the Washington Wizards hit perhaps its lowest point. Amid a campaign that raised questions about his on-court efficiency and off-court demeanor, then-interim coach Brian Keefe removed Poole from the starting lineup.

Jordan Poole is embracing his role as a leader of the Washington Wizards, particularly in his interactions with the team's young core. After his transition from the Golden State Warriors, where he won a championship, Poole recognizes the importance of mentoring younger players as they navigate the challenges of the NBA.

Jordan Poole scored 26 points, Bilal Coulibaly added 20 points and the Washington Wizards snapped a six-game losing streak with a 107-99 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday.

The Washington Wizards are preparing for their game against the Charlotte Hornets, but they won't be at full strength, according to The Athletic insider Josh Ro

While many fans and analysts believed Poole deserved recognition for his performance, he approached the situation with a pragmatic mindset. Poole acknowledged the importance of team success in the All-Star selection process, emphasizing that individual accolades often hinge on a player's contributions to their team's overall performance.

As Jordan Poole continues to blossom for the Washington Wizards, he is quickly becoming one of the best all-time players for the franchise.

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole went viral for claiming he’s All-Star-caliber on Jan. 24, as fans couldn’t believe a player on the league’s worst team said that. Of course, the former NBA champion wasn’t selected,