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The Golden State Warriors are likely going to be one of the teams that are active at the trade deadline. Right now, they sit eighth in the Western Conference standings. They have struggled to put everything together when it comes to staying at the top of the standings.
Even with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler on the roster, the Warriors own just the 15th-best offense in the league. With the offense being poor, Golden State will likely keep an eye out for several trade targets when the trade deadline rolls around.
Bleacher Report has offered up what the Warriors’ three top trade targets should be when next month rolls around.
GettyMilwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks to pass the ball. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
The Warriors’ Top Three Trade Targets Revealed
Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as the top trade target. He would be the top trade target for every other team in the league, as well. It doesn’t look like he is going to get moved at the deadline, and is very likely going to finish the season out with the Bucks.
Another target that the Warriors are unlikely to be able to acquire is Trey Murphy. The Pelicans have let everyone know they will not be trading him, so he is likely off the table. Murphy would fit what the Warriors need perfectly from a wing standpoint, as he’s also a solid defender.
Michael Porter Jr. is listed as the final trade target, and he is the most realistic. Porter Jr. has turned into one of the most sought-after trade targets in this market. His scoring, shooting, and his new ability to stay on the court are very attractive to teams around the league.
With so many teams eyeing him, the Nets will be able to pick the best deal for them. They will likely be able to drive up the price for him since so many teams will be willing to trade for him. That could be a problem for the Warriors, who have limited assets.
GettyBrooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. shoots the ball. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
The Warriors Need to Make at Least One Trade at the Deadline
Even if Golden State is not able to land one of these three players, they have to make a move at the deadline. Increasing the offensive output is a must if they want to make the playoffs. Defensively, they are great. They have the sixth-best defense in the NBA.
Golden State will use Jonathan Kuminga as its primary trade piece. They will likely have to add some draft capital in a trade that will give them a significant offensive piece in return. That is a dangerous game to play with Curry, Butler, and Draymond Green near the end of their careers.
Mike Dunleavy Jr. is the one in charge of making those decisions. He has to discern what the proper value is for all of the trade targets that he has on his board.