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Khris Middleton and Marcus Smart, the two veteran players recently acquired by the Washington Wizards at the trade deadline, both participated fully in today’s practice, reports Josh Robbins of The Athletic.

The duo’s involvement in the session marks an important step in their integration with the team following the trades. They could potentially make their debuts with the Wizards at home on Friday against Milwaukee.

“I’m here to be a basketball player,” Middleton said. “I’m here to win games, here to help win games however I can. I am going to be here as a mentor and whatnot, but I want Wizards fans to know that I’m not here just to be a mentor.

“I’m here to be a basketball player and compete out there and help win games.”

Middleton has played 13 seasons for the Bucks and Pistons. He has averaged 16.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 762 regular-season games. He was selected to play in 3 All-Star games and has won 1 NBA championship.

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