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Hidden Upside in Golden State's Quiet Trade: Ditching Buddy Hield Could Elevate the Warriors
sports18 days ago

Hidden Upside in Golden State's Quiet Trade: Ditching Buddy Hield Could Elevate the Warriors

Golden State’s trade at the deadline sent Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to land Kristaps Porzingis, drawing criticism for not grabbing a bigger name. The piece argues the real upside is removing Hield, whose on/off and defensive numbers dragged the Warriors this season, while opening minutes for others and strengthening the rotation. In their first game post-deadline, the team won without Curry, underscoring potential rotation-based gains from moving on from Hield.

Perkins Questions Porzingis Trade as Warriors Pivot at Deadline
sports20 days ago

Perkins Questions Porzingis Trade as Warriors Pivot at Deadline

ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins slammed the Warriors’ deadline-day swap for Kristaps Porzingis, saying the move doesn’t move the needle for Golden State after all the Giannis Antetokounmpo chatter. Golden State sent Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to Atlanta in exchange for Porzingis, a decision aimed more at freeing cap space for a potential big offseason move than shoring up this season. Perkins suggested Kuminga could flourish with the Hawks, making him the clear beneficiary of the deal, while questions linger about whether the Warriors can contend immediately.

Warriors swap Kuminga and Hield for Porziņģis, plus Trayce Jackson-Davis deal
sports21 days ago

Warriors swap Kuminga and Hield for Porziņģis, plus Trayce Jackson-Davis deal

The Golden State Warriors are trading Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Atlanta Hawks for Kristaps Porziņģis, a deal announced by team sources. Kuminga has had an up-and-down season, while Porziņģis, though a high-end floor-spacer and defender when healthy, has been limited by injuries and carries an expiring contract. In a separate move, Golden State sent Trayce Jackson-Davis to Toronto for a 2026 second-round pick.

Harden Trade Rumors Loom Over Clippers as Kuminga Eyes Return and Doncic Speaks on Lakers Path
sports23 days ago

Harden Trade Rumors Loom Over Clippers as Kuminga Eyes Return and Doncic Speaks on Lakers Path

James Harden reportedly wants to move on from the Clippers, with the Cavaliers discussed as a potential destination in a deal that would involve Darius Garland and draft compensation, though the Clippers’ cap flexibility for 2027 complicates a move. Teammates including Kawhi Leonard and John Collins expressed surprise, while coach Tyronn Lue emphasized professionalism. Separately, Luka Doncic expressed confidence in the Lakers’ direction after a trifecta of trade chatter marking the one-year anniversary of his blockbuster move, and Jonathan Kuminga is poised to rejoin the Warriors rotation once he’s healthy as Kerr noted the door is open. Suns targets Collin Gillespie and Mark Williams discussed contract futures, with Gillespie’s market projected around $10–15 million per year as Phoenix aims to keep him. Overall, the piece threads together surprising trade talk, player confidence, and upcoming roster questions across the Pacific teams.

Warriors at a crossroads: Butler injury reshapes moves as Kuminga trade chatter persists
sports1 month ago

Warriors at a crossroads: Butler injury reshapes moves as Kuminga trade chatter persists

Golden State GM Mike Dunleavy spoke before the Raptors game about Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL tear, Kuminga’s trade request, and the team’s direction. He indicated Butler likely won’t be traded and the Warriors will evaluate the market ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline, weighing the value of future picks against the chance to contend now. Kuminga’s trade demand appears tepid to the market, but the front office remains open to meaningful deals, relying on Kerr’s system and improving young players plus new pieces like Horford and Melton to stay competitive.

Warriors Consider Bold Markkanen Bid as Butler Injury Reshapes Window
sports1 month ago

Warriors Consider Bold Markkanen Bid as Butler Injury Reshapes Window

With Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL injury, the Warriors face a high-stakes pivot ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, weighing bold moves—potentially trading Jonathan Kuminga and multiple first-round picks—or even pursuing Lauri Markkanen, plus options like DeRozan, to stay competitive this season and plan for life after Curry.

Kuminga pushes for a trade as contract restrictions clear
sports1 month ago

Kuminga pushes for a trade as contract restrictions clear

Jonathan Kuminga has formally requested a trade from the Golden State Warriors after the new contract restriction on him was lifted, amid a season marred by injuries and reduced playing time; with reported interest from the Kings and Mavericks but no deadline guarantees from Golden State, the team may opt to wait for a potentially more favorable offseason return rather than a February 5 deadline deal.

Jonathan Kuminga's Growth and Rising Role with the Warriors
sports4 months ago

Jonathan Kuminga's Growth and Rising Role with the Warriors

The article discusses the recent developments of NBA players Jonathan Kuminga, Alperen Şengün, and John Collins, highlighting Kuminga's maturation and improved performance with the Warriors, Şengün's rising role in Houston's offense, and Collins' simplified and effective role with the Clippers, all indicating positive progress early in the season.