Just to clear the air on some noise in the system today.

When I finished the acquisition of Washington Sports and Entertainment, the first person I sought advice from was Wes Unseld. We went and had a nice long productive lunch at a local dining establishment.

The message was sent and received.

“Wes, you are beloved and respected by everyone in our organization and in our city. I believe you are one of the most important sports figures in our city’s history and it would be an honor to work with you on an ongoing basis.

I would like the opportunity to seek advice and counsel from you. I intend to pay respect and homage to the past while trying to find my own positive way into the future.

I would like to embrace you as a founding family member. I need help and you are wise and experienced and don’t be shy. Talk to me when you see things we are doing – or that I am doing -that don’t make any sense. I will always hear what you have to say. I respect your instincts and your words of wisdom.

And I want to make sure you are apart of the Wizards family – always.

You have carte blanche in the building and at games. Come to as many games as you so desire. Come to practices. Park wherever you want. Your seats are available for life. If there is anything that you ever need, call me or anyone at the Wizards organization. The Owners’ Box is open to you and to your family. Our house is your house.

Thank you for all you do and have done for the city, the franchise and for the NBA. I was and will always be a big fan and grateful for what you have done for the franchise.”

I don’t know how to be any clearer than that. End of story. Stop the noise and focus on the signal. Thank you.