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Tyrese Haliburton would be a reach for the Golden State Warriors at No. 2

By Nathan Beighle

AMES, IA - DECEMBER 8: Tyrese Haliburton #22 of the Iowa State Cyclones reacts after scoring a three point shot in the second half of play at Hilton Coliseum on December 8, 2019 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 76-66 over the Seton Hall Pirates. (Photo by David K Purdy/Getty Images)
AMES, IA - DECEMBER 8: Tyrese Haliburton #22 of the Iowa State Cyclones reacts after scoring a three point shot in the second half of play at Hilton Coliseum on December 8, 2019 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 76-66 over the Seton Hall Pirates. (Photo by David K Purdy/Getty Images) /
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The Golden State Warriors love Iowa State point guard Tyrese Haliburton, but they may not have to have a top-three pick to get him.

There’s no denying the next few months may get chaotic for the Golden State Warriors. While they don’t have to, the Warriors will more than likely trade their second-overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Many insiders still believe they’ll deal the pick

At the same time, the Golden State Warriors have said multiple times that they’re obsessed over Iowa State point guard Tyrese Haliburton. They believe he may be the best guard in the draft. They’ve heaped praise on the young, efficient point guard.

“He’s just got something about him. That’s what he’s all about. He just wants to win. Some guys have got it, and he’s got it,” Iowa State coach Steve Prohm said, via NBA.com’s Chris Dortch, about Haliburton after he dished out a school-record 17 assists.

The Warriors want to prioritize bringing in a backup guard this offseason as well. While that report feels more like they want a veteran backup point guard, bringing in a player that is consistent like a veteran would certainly do just fine.

Haliburton’s feel for the game seems like it’ll translate flawlessly to the next level.

He’s a great three-point shooter, and while some may have their concerns over his shot, Haliburton did average 2.4 threes per game last season, shooting over 40% from deep in both his years at the collegiate level.

With 6.5 assists per game to 2.8 turnovers, Haliburton’s ability to take care of the ball also checks out. While players mostly aren’t efficient at the college level, Haliburton was, which sets him apart from players like Anthony Edwards.

Just because Haliburton has many of the traits that Golden State may crave, they could trade back to take him. Edwards, LaMelo Ball, James Wiseman, Deni Avdija and Onyeka Okongwu are all among the players that may be taken before Haliburton.

Haliburton could be a top-three talent, but he’s not projected to be. While No. 2 isn’t too much of a reach, it’s one Golden State could likely bring in some additional assets for, especially if they want to trade back with Atlanta to No. 6.

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It’s a risk, but it’d potentially be one worth making.

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