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Two Players Could Be On Warriors’ Radar Ahead Of Trade Deadline

The Golden State Warriors might have to make a move to acquire one of these two talented frontcourt players.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Nov 21, 2024
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The Golden State Warriors have started the season as the best team in the Western Conference, sitting as the No. 1 seed with an 11-3 record through the first month of the season. They’ve been convincingly beating teams on both ends of the court and are 3rd (+10.2) in net rating this season. 

Even with their success, it’s no secret that the Warriors were heavily monitoring stars available for trade over the summer. They had public trade attempts for Paul George and Lauri Markkanen which failed to materialize, but insiders believe the Warriors are likely to make a trade sometime soon before the trade deadline.  

With the strong start to the season, the Warriors don’t need to make a blockbuster acquisition. Instead, acquiring a player who will perfectly complement their current roster would be ideal, especially with De’Anthony Melton’s season-ending injury. 

As a result, we think Brooklyn Nets forward duo Cam Johnson and Dorian Finney-Smith could be on the Warriors wishlist ahead of the trade deadline.

Johnson is averaging 18.1 points and 4.3 rebounds so far this season, providing extremely high-level wing play for the Nets. With the franchise reportedly making everyone on the roster available for potential trades, Johnson might be the one to generate the most interest. He’s a three-level scorer who is shooting 39.3% from three-point range on 7.8 attempts per game.

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The Warriors’ motion offense would be perfect for Johnson to thrive within, especially in a frontcourt pairing with Draymond Green. 

The price for Johnson won’t be small, so the Warriors will likely have to part with a young asset like Jonathan Kuminga or Brandin Podziemski. If they continue to hold them as untouchables, Andrew Wiggins might be sent away with additional first-round picks to satiate the Nets.

Johnson makes $23.6 million, so the Warriors will either need to use Wiggins’ $26.2 million in salary to make a deal happen or club multiple contracts with Kuminga ($7.6 million) or Podziemski ($3.5 million). 

If this is a price too steep for the Warriors for a rotational forward, looking at Johnson’s teammate Dorian Finney-Smith could bring ideal results. 

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Finney-Smith isn’t the offensive spark plug Johnson is, averaging 11.2 points and 4.7 rebounds on 42.5% from three this season. But he’s an extremely dependable frontcourt defender who plays with high IQ and versatility to be on the perimeter or on the inside.

Offensively, Finney-Smith is a corner specialist and can knock shots down from deep. We’ve seen him sink eight three-pointers in a Playoff game before, so the veteran forward could be an incredible addition to the lineup as a capable shooter who will match Draymond’s defensive intensity.  

A deal for Finney-Smith ($14.9 million) wouldn’t be too expensive and could let the Warriors keep their prized young assets intact. A first-round pick alongside someone like Moses Moody could do the trick, with Moody still struggling to find his role on the franchise despite being extended on a three-year, $37,.5 million contract over the summer.

The Nets can add some solid young assets from the Warriors if they engage in a deal for either of their two veteran forwards. Golden State has a clear use for them to ensure they can compete for a championship once again, so it’ll be interesting to see what direction the franchise goes closer to the trade deadline.  

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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