Golden State Warriors: 3 available trade targets from sub-.500 teams

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Victor Oladipo

Victor Oladipo has probably been our most talked-about trade target. While Oladipo to the Bay may not happen, Oladipo fits every mold of the player that Golden State should want to bring in.

For starters, he wouldn’t cost what a full-out superstar would, and he may even be cheaper as he’s made it clear he won’t be returning to Houston in free agency. Oladipo was traded to Houston from Indiana.

That said, if all you have to pay is Kelly Oubre Jr. and a first, it’s worth it for the Dubs. Oladipo is averaging over 20 points per game this season. It’s just the second time in his career he’s consistently put up that many.

On top of that, Oladipo chips in 5.0 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game. He can do it all, and even though his offensive game has drastically improved, Oladipo came into the league with a more defensive-minded label to his name.

There’s quite a bit to unwrap here, but given that he’s proven he can lead a team, there’s no reason to think he could be the missing piece the Warriors need. He can shoot, defend and playmake all at a high level.

The holdup is if the Rockets want the coveted Minnesota first-round pick. That won’t be happening, so we’ll see if they can get him for just their 2021 or 2022 first-round pick.

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