Golden State Warriors: 5 players to target for Andrew Wiggins trade

Golden State Warriors: 5 Players to target for Andrew Wiggins trade

By Tony Pesta | Aug 15, 2020

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 24: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on February 24, 2020 in New York City. Orlando Magic defeated the Brooklyn Nets 115-113. 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 Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /

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3. Nikola Vucevic

Could Nikola Vucevic be the dominant post player the Golden State Warriors have been missing for years?

Vucevic reached the All-Star Game last year for his career-high averages of 20.8 points, 12.8 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game. His consistent double-doubles propelled the Orlando Magic to the NBA Playoffs and he has done the same thing this year – pushing them back into the eight-seed once again.

He is most productive with the ball in the post. Vucevic scored over 200 points in the post this season – fifth in the league. However, he is also an efficient shooter for his size – drilling 33.9 percent of his 3-point attempts.

Vucevic can face up and create his own shot with a soft touch around the rim and in the mid-range. He isn’t the greatest rim protector but he can rebound the ball at a high-rate and use his 7’0″ frame to impact opponents in the paint.

The Warriors would benefit from a player of Vueciv’s size down low. He can offer a new dynamic and generate points under the basket for them. This inside-out game with Vucevic and the Splash Brothers could be an exciting wrinkle in the Dubs’ offense.

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