The Washington Wizards have named former NBA player Shabazz Napier as a "coaching apprentice" to help prepare him for his transition to coaching, according to Michael Scotto.

Shabazz Napier was drafted by the Hornets with the 24th overall pick in the first round of the 2014 draft and was immediately traded to the Heat, where he played for the Heat, Magic, Trailblazers, Nets, Gray Wolves, and Wizards during his six years in the NBA. After leaving the NBA, Shabazz Napier chose to continue his career in European basketball.

Last season, Shabazz Napier averaged 10.3 points, 3.2 assists, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks in 33 appearances for Bayern Munich, but at the age of 34, he's ready to call it quits and become a coach.