Golden State Warriors: 3 trade targets that would strengthen frontcourt

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 24: P.J. Tucker #17 of the Houston Rockets reacts after a call during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 24, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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P.J. Tucker

After the Houston Rockets traded James Harden, it’s been a steep downward turn for the organization now led by John Wall. Victor Oladipo didn’t commit long term which could prove to be a bigger problem for free agents down the road.

As for Tucker, he only has a few years left in which he can actually contribute. He plays a unique role that is similar to Draymond Green’s, but offensively, he more of a three-point specialist and not as much a playmaker.

This season, Tucker is averaging 4.5 points per game. While he can score, Tucker’s use offensively is as a shooter. He’s knocking down 0.9 triples per game, but just two seasons ago, at his peak, he hit 1.8 threes per game at a 37.7 percent clip.

While undersized, Tucker plays much bigger than he is. That’s why he had over a ten percent rebounding rate a season ago. Tucker plays among the trees and has proven to be successful in doing so.

Tucker is making a shade under $8 million this season, so he could nicely fit under the team’s exception. It would be a win-win scenario for both the Rockets and Warriors. It makes sense whether it actually gets done or not.

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