Golden State Warriors: 3 trades to steal Victor Oladipo

By Tony Pesta | Oct 1, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 01: Victor Oladipo #4 of the Indiana Pacers looks on during a game against the New York Knicks at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on February 1, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Knicks defeated the Pacers 92-85. 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 Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

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2. Indiana asks for more

Life isn’t always simple. The likelihood of Indiana accepting a simple swap for their franchise cornerstone is unlikely.

This is about as much as the Pacers could ask for without completely turning the Warriors away immediately. The Dubs are giving up quite a bit in an All-Rookie team member like Eric Paschall and one of their last descendants of the Kevin Durant trade in Andrew Wiggins Wiggins.

Still, bringing in a two-time All-Star and All-Defensive member like Oladipo could be worth the risk. He instantly fills in their gap on the wing by being an elite perimeter defender and superb shot creator.

In order to make this work, Indiana would have to offer up a 3-point specialist, Doug McDermot, as well. This added depth and an extra second round pick should be enough to make the Warriors seriously consider a deal. But, again, this trade proposal should be recognized as the biggest possible win for Indiana.

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