Which creates more problems for the Wiz: Gilbert Arenas's big mouth, his lack of leadership, or his oft-injured knees? To say nothing of his imaginary defense.

Antawn Jamison does great things with the ball in his hands and not so great things when someone else has possession.

Caron Butler is the only member of Washington's Not-So-Big-Three who's committed to playing defense. That's why he's the best player on the team.

Juan Dixon is not exactly what the Wiz needed — another offensive-minded guard who's just plain mindless at the other end of the court.

Darius Songaila would be a terrific role player on a more balanced ball club.

Is Andray Blatche ready to leave his prolonged adolescence behind and become a grownup player?

If his recent surgery unequivocally proved that Etan Thomas has a heart, perhaps Brendan Haywood needs a similar procedure to come up with the same evidence.

In any case, with Haywood down (wrist injury), the Wiz will be even more of a donut team than ever.

The best that can be hoped for: Avoiding getting swept in the first round of the playoffs.