Golden State Warriors: 4 trades involving NBA Draft picks

May 9, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) gives five to a teammate as he walks to the bench during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
May 9, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) gives five to a teammate as he walks to the bench during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
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Golden State Warriors (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
Golden State Warriors (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

I have to be honest, the market doesn’t really seem too great for the Golden State Warriors this summer. Though they are in prime position to flip their NBA Draft picks for immediate help — that help just might not be available.

The Dubs have backed themselves into a corner. It’s likely Kelly Oubre Jr. leaves them hanging in free agency and they are capped out in terms of salary due to numerous max contracts. Andrew Wiggins is truly their best trade chip and his on-court value doesn’t exactly match his price tag.

There might not be a homerun deal out there for the Golden State Warriors this summer but here are four ways to flip their NBA Draft capital.

Nevertheless, it’s safe to assume the warriors are going to try everything they can to find a suitable trade. After all, the franchise is in do-or-die mode when it comes to winning with their current core before it’s all over.

Consequently, I took it upon myself to look at a few possible trades the Dubs could make. As previously mentioned, they aren’t all pretty. And, the Warriors might be better off simply holding onto their picks. Regardless, here are four trades the Dubs can consider this offseason.