Houston’s offseason overhaul continues. The Rockets are trading forward Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for two second-round picks, according to multiple reports. The deal, which was confirmed on July 6, was folded into an existing framework involving CJ McCollum’s larger trade to the Wizards from the New Orleans Pelicans.

ESPN's Shams Charania reveals why the Rockets traded Cam Whitmore to the Wizards despite other offers being on the table.

The Houston Rockets are trading Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for two second-round picks, sources tell ESPN. The deal gives Whitmore a tremendous opportunity for an increased role as he turns 21 on Tuesday and returns to the DMV area.