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Steve Kerr Sends Clear Message on Warriors Trade for Kristaps Porzingis

Steve Kerr Sends Clear Message on Warriors Trade for Kristaps Porzingis

Summary

The Golden State Warriors traded players Buddy Hield and Jonathan Kuminga to acquire Kristaps Porzingis from the Atlanta Hawks. Porzingis, a former All-Star, joins the Warriors as they aim to improve their performance after a challenging season. Warriors coach Steve Kerr stated they believe Porzingis will recover from his illness soon to help the team.

Key Facts

  • The Warriors traded Buddy Hield and Jonathan Kuminga to get Porzingis.
  • Kristaps Porzingis has played for six NBA teams, including the Knicks, Mavericks, Wizards, Celtics, and Hawks.
  • Before joining the Warriors, Porzingis played 17 games with the Hawks this season.
  • Porzingis averages 17.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this season.
  • He has not played since January 7 due to an illness.
  • Warriors coach Steve Kerr is hopeful that Porzingis will soon be healthy and ready to contribute.
  • Porzingis is expected to join the Warriors in Los Angeles but likely won't play immediately.
  • The Warriors will face the Phoenix Suns next, followed by the Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies.
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