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Windhorst has reported that the Warriors are “dipping their toes” back into the trade market, potentially eyeing players whose names might not have previously surfaced. This shift in strategy has led to speculation about various targets, particularly Jimmy Butler and Zach LaVine. The trade landscape is filled with conflicting reports, making it challenging to predict the team’s next steps.
Specific Player Interests
Per NBA analyst Anthony Slater of The Athletic, the Warriors are actively exploring a protected version of their 2025 first-round pick as a valuable bargaining chip. The organization is not particularly excited by prospects predicted to land in the late first round, indicating a willingness to part with a future asset for a player who can make an immediate impact.