Warriors Exploring Trade Options for Wiggins and Paul Ahead of NBA Free Agency

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26/06/2024 19h41

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly actively engaging in trade discussions as they seek to bolster their roster while cutting down on salary expenses. According to a column by The Ringer's Logan Murdock, the Warriors are exploring potential trades involving forward Andrew Wiggins and guard Chris Paul.

Murdock's sources indicate that Golden State has multiple avenues to make significant changes this summer. The team possesses the 52nd pick in this year's draft and outright controls its first-round picks from 2025 to 2029. Furthermore, the Warriors have a few players facing uncertain futures.

Andrew Wiggins, who struggled to find consistency in his role last season, is predicted to be involved in trade talks. The Warriors are actively looking to move the forward, capitalizing on the potential interest from other teams.

In addition to Wiggins, the Warriors are working diligently to find a trade partner for Chris Paul. Paul's non-guaranteed $30 million salary for the 2024-25 season could prove valuable for salary matching purposes. However, if the Warriors fail to arrange a trade before Friday, they will have to make a decision on whether to guarantee Paul's contract for the upcoming season.

Chris Paul, who joined the Warriors last season, played a pivotal role in leading coach Steve Kerr's second unit off the bench. Despite his age of 39, Paul averaged 9.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game. He showed consistent shooting, with a field goal percentage of 44.1% and a three-point shooting percentage of 37.1%.

The clock is ticking for the Warriors as they navigate the trade market and weigh their options for both Wiggins and Paul. With only a few days left to secure potential deals, the team is working diligently to maximize their roster and financial flexibility ahead of NBA free agency.

The outcome of these trade discussions will shape the Warriors' future and determine the path they take in the upcoming season. Fans and analysts alike eagerly await to see the moves that the team's general manager, Mike Dunleavy, will make as the trade deadline approaches.

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