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5 additions that could make the Golden State Warriors instant 2021 title favorites

By Nathan Beighle

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 06: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts as he is called for a foul during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 06, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 06: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts as he is called for a foul during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 06, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /
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James Wiseman

The only potential rookie on the list is James Wiseman.

Wiseman may not have the highest ceiling in the 2020 NBA Draft, but he will certainly be the best fit on the roster. His size, at 7-foot-1, would provide the Warriors with elite rim protection, something they desperately need.

In his mere three games at Memphis, Wiseman averaged almost 20 points and over 10 rebounds per game. Then, tack on three blocks per game, and it’s clear that Wiseman’s dominance is there. It just would’ve been nice for scouts to see him play a full season at the collegiate level.

The Warriors may be looking to deal their pick if they’re awarded the No. 1 overall selection, but if they opt to keep it, Wiseman, given his upside as a defender and fit on a rather small roster, should be their pick.

A Green-Wiseman-Wiggins-Thompson-Curry lineup could be dynamic on both ends of the court. They have the offensive firepower and defensive fortitude to take the Western Conference by storm.

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