Anthony Davis is currently one of the hottest prospective players most likely to be traded ahead of this season’s deadline. Some of the recent murmurs around the league link Davis to a potential move to the Bay Area by the Golden State Warriors. However, NBA insiders such as Sam Amick have confirmed that Anthony Davis’ move to the Warriors appears unlikely for now.
The Mavericks had recently reached out to the Warriors in exchange for a package centred around Jonathan Kuminga. In fact, the conversation was first initiated by Dallas rather than Golden State. Although the Warriors are reportedly on a search for athletic bigs to bolster their defense, they have not aggressively pursued for Davis. The two sides remain far apart on a realistic deal.
The first roadblock for this deal involves financial complexity and the Warriors’ refusal to break their veteran core. To match Davis’s $54.1 million salary, Golden State might have to part with a player like Jimmy Butler or Draymond Green.
However, team sources indicate that the Warriors are firmly against trading either players. While a straight swap of Butler for Davis is technically possible under the CBA, the Warriors have shown no interest in such move, viewing the current stars as essential to maximizing Stephen Curry’s remaining championship window.
Instead of any such blockbuster trade for Davis, the Warriors are expected to use Jonathan Kuminga, who become trade eligible from January 15 to target more attainable frontcourt help. Centers like Nic Claxton, Robert Williams, and Daniel Gafford come into consideration with for their elite rim protection and rebounding, without the need to sacrifice a superstar. Though the door isn’t completely shut on Davis, cap space and retaining the veteran core doesn’t allow the Warriors to pursue this further.
How Would a Potential Anthony Davis Trade to Warriors Have Looked Like?
If a potential trade panned out for Anthony Davis between the Mavericks and the Warriors, it could mean a lot of things. Firstly, Dallas would want a strategic pivot towards a new era centered around Cooper Flagg. Here is what it would look like in a three team scenario, including the Sacramento Kings.
Dallas Receives:
- Draymond Green
- Malik Monk
- Al Horford
- 2027 first round pick (Warriors)
- 2028 first round pick, top 10 protected (Kings)
Kings Receive:
- Jonathan Kuminga
- Will Richard
Warriors receive:
- Anthony Davis
This kind of trade relies in breaking the Warriors’ veteran dynasty core of Draymond Green and Stephen Curry. Also, Davis carries injury concerns. This scenario understands all the stakes and the gamble the Warriors would have to make in order to retain their superstars and add another.
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