3 reasons Al Horford is a realistic trade target for the Golden State Warriors

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 07: Al Horford #42 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on March 07, 2020 in San Francisco, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) /

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He can be flipped for Andrew Wiggins

It’s not that the Golden State Warriors will be actively shopping Andrew Wiggins, but his contract is brutal for the franchise. Wiggins, who was a former No. 1 overall pick, has never really lived up to the hype that followed him from Kansas.

Horford will undoubtedly not live up to his massive deal either. While he’s a top-tier defender and can spread the floor, one big reason to bring in Horford is that he could allow the team to part ways with Wiggins.

Not a great shooter or defender, Wiggins should be a decent fit with the team, but there’s a reason Minnesota was okay with letting him go. He’s a good scoring option, but unless he improves his shot, he’s not going to be a consistent threat on a nightly basis.

He gives ample size to guard other defenders, but with wing also looking the most likely area the Warriors target in the draft, the options will be plentiful for them to fill that spot once again. There won’t be a Horford-like talent that can defend multiple positions.

He’s much more unique than Wiggins who the team could get a cheaper version of by bringing back Glenn Robinson III.

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