The Golden State Warriors, with a limited sample size of six games, appear to be one of the best teams in the Western Conference. At 4-2, they have quality wins over the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets, Memphis Grizzlies, and LA Clippers.
Still, they have major injury concerns. Jimmy Butler, Stephen Curry, and Draymond Green are all yet to miss a game, although they are all well over 35 years old. If one of them gets hurt, Jonathan Kuminga can step into a bigger role. Despite the Kuminga insurance, the Dubs do have gaps to fill.
The Warriors, despite their success, are a below-average rebounding and blocking team. As Al Horford ramps up, those weaknesses should be mitigated, although a trade could solve some problems.
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Golden State Warriors Urged to Make Small Trade
The Warriors have been linked to superstars like Lauri Markkanen, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and even LeBron James in recent seasons. However, those deals, while possible, are simply not realistic.
As trade rumors and speculation pick up momentum, it’s easy to overlook role and bench players as key additions. Still, depth matters, especially for a team boasting stars like the Warriors.
With an undersized and aging frontcourt, the Warriors have been urged to make a small move in order to cement their status as contenders.
“I would just say another big man, because you know what you’re going to get from Draymond,” said reporter Nick Friedell on the Halloween episode of The Athletic NBA Daily. “I know Horford has started slowly, but again, he’s Al Horford and he’ll be fine. If you had one more big man just for depth purposes, I think that could help them. But let’s see how the next couple of months play out.”
In four games off the bench, Horford is averaging 5.8 points and 3.5 rebounds. The outside shot is not yet falling, although there is little reason to be concerned. He will eventually hit his stride. The Warriors just need a viable, long-term solution for when he sits.
Exploring Warriors’ Possible Trade Targets
The Warriors have massive sums tied up in Curry, Green, and Butler. Even if they didn’t, trading any of those centerpieces is mostly unfathomable. Kuminga could be moved, as could Moses Moody or Buddy Hield.
In short, the Warriors have plenty of options.
Golden State does not need a do-all backup. Quinten Post can space the floor. They just need a shot-blocker and rim protector who works well without the ball.
Andre Drummond would be a good option, provided the Philadelphia 76ers are ready to go all-in on Adem Bona as Joel Embiid’s backup. In a deal with the Phoenix Suns, the Warriors could nab Nick Richards.
Looking at the Warriors’ current roster, it’s clear that letting Kevon Looney walk in free agency was a mistake. He is yet to make his New Orleans Pelicans debut thanks to a knee sprain. Paying him $8 million a season may have been too steep for Golden State, but he’s exactly the type of player they need off the bench.
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