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Warriors Could Add NBA Champion in Draft Trade to Aid Stephen Curry

Warriors Could Add NBA Champion in Draft Trade to Aid Stephen Curry

Summary

The Golden State Warriors, facing recent struggles and injuries, might consider a draft-day trade to strengthen their team. This trade would involve possibly acquiring Michael Porter Jr., who previously won an NBA championship. The proposal suggests that the Warriors could exchange their draft pick and players to improve their chances in future playoff runs.

Key Facts

  • The Warriors are currently the 10th team in the NBA's Western Conference.
  • They have clinched a play-in spot for a chance at the NBA Playoffs.
  • Stephen Curry has been out with a knee injury, and Jimmy Butler suffered an ACL injury.
  • A draft-day trade proposal suggests acquiring Michael Porter Jr. from the Brooklyn Nets.
  • Porter Jr. is a former NBA Champion and leads in scoring with 24.2 points per game for his current team.
  • The trade would include the Warriors' hypothetical No. 11 pick.
  • Porter Jr. is currently dealing with a hamstring injury but has played most of the past two seasons.
  • The NBA draft order will be decided on May 10.

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