The decision on Hamilton might not be solely based on potential salary-cap issues, though. The Wizards have been pushing the wispy-thin Hamilton since he was drafted seventh overall out of Connecticut to make more of an effort to get stronger in the weight room and improve defensively and could be waiting to see how he does in both areas before doling out big money.
Hamilton, according to several team officials, has been a regular in the team weight room at MCI Center this offseason and is noticeably stronger and somewhat bigger. He also has hired a chef to prepare meals to help him add weight.
