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Golden State Warriors: 5 game-changing trade targets

By Tony Pesta

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Jrue Holiday #11 of the New Orleans Pelicans runs on the court in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Staples Center on February 25, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Jrue Holiday #11 of the New Orleans Pelicans runs on the court in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Staples Center on February 25, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images) /
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2. Kelly Oubre Jr.

In his breakout season with the Phoenix Suns, Kelly Oubre Jr. averaged a career-best 18.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals. His explosive athleticism and consistent scoring made him a key component of the Suns’ improvements this year.

Oubre had the third-highest Offensive Rating on the roster and held an Effective Field Goal percentage close to Devin Booker. He was a threat on the offensive glass, constantly rising up for putback slams and second-chance points.

He was also one of the Suns’ best defenders. Oubre has long arms and good foot speed, making him a solid on-ball deterrent. He recorded the second-most deflections recovered the third-highest total of defensive loose balls last season for Phoenix.

Oubre can fill in with the Warriors effortlessly. His strengths as a defender would be highlighted in small-ball lineups for the Dubs and he would excel in a fast-paced environment that would allow him to dominate in transition.

At 24 years of age, Oubre would be a welcomed addition to the Dubs growing young core. Thankfully, Oubre’s contract fits under the Warriors’ trade exception if they can pry him from the Suns.

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