The hypothetical trade would allow the Golden State Warriors to acquire Michael Porter Jr. in exchange for Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, Buddy Hield, and a protected 2026 first-round pick.
The Golden State Warriors are clearly at the end of an era, yet they are still fighting for a playoff spot in the highly competitive Western Conference.
However, following Jimmy Butler's injury, Steph Curry desperately needs help on offense, and the Warriors' management must consider making a move in the upcoming weeks.
One name that has been circulating around the Warriors for some time and could provide immediate help is Michael Porter Jr., who is doing very well with the Brooklyn Nets.
Therefore, I thought of a hypothetical trade that would allow the Warriors to acquire Porter Jr.
Warriors trade package for Michael Porter Jr.
The Warriors could take advantage of Michael Porter Jr.'s scoring ability and use him as their second main offensive weapon after Butler's injury.
Jonathan Kuminga's contract could come in handy in this regard, even if it means bringing in a third team.
It is clear, however, that the Warriors must make a move if they want to remain competitive in the West.
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Golden State Warriors receive:
Michael Porter Jr.
Brooklyn Nets receive:
Jonathan Kuminga
Moses Moody
Buddy Hield
2026 first-round pick (lottery protected)
Why it makes sense for the Warriors
If the Warriors want to make the most of the final part of Steph Curry's career, they need to put a scorer next to him who can take advantage of the attention Curry draws from opposing defenses.
In this sense, a trade for Michael Porter Jr. would make a lot of sense, especially with Jimmy Butler's injury.
Adding Moody and Hield to the trade would certainly shorten Coach Kerr's rotations, but would guarantee Golden State a very high-level scorer capable of consistently hitting from the perimeter.
The protected future first-round pick is the element that could really convince Brooklyn to part with Porter Jr.
Why it makes sense for the Nets
By trading Porter Jr. to the Warriors, the Nets would secure a fairly substantial return.
Jonathan Kuminga has a team option for next season, so Brooklyn would decide his future and could potentially trade him again to obtain other assets.
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Moody and Hield are two very useful rotation players with relatively light contracts for the next two seasons.
The 2026 first-round pick would also give the Nets additional flexibility, as they could decide to use it to add another young player in a draft that promises to be high quality or use it as a bargaining chip.
Orazio Cauchi
Orazio Cauchi started his career in basketball at 21, having worked for several years at Sportando as the lead writer of the website. He also covered several live events, including the Euroleague Final Four, Italian Cups, Serie A league finals, and EuroBasket. He also contributed to American media, such as LibertyBallers and Def Pen Hoops. Cauchi joined BasketNews in 2021 as a Staff Writer. Holds a degree in Politics & International Relations.
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