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With offseason nearing, NBA trade rumors have started hitting the internet. NBA teams will be looking to strengthen their current rosters or rebuild for the upcoming season. One of these teams is the Golden State Warriors, who will want to challenge for the NBA championship after finishing at the bottom of the Western Conference this year.
In this article, we will take a look at the five players GSW can target according to NBA trade rumors this offseason.
NBA Trade Rumors: 5 free agents Golden State Warriors will be looking to trade for this off-season
#1 Serge Ibaka
At 7 feet tall, Serge Ibaka is a capable defender and holds his own on the offense. The Toronto Raptors big is a free agent this offseason and is part of various NBA trade rumors floating around the internet. Known for his rim protection and strong rebounding, the Spanish-Congolese player can also help teams stretch the floor because of his three-point shooting.
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr loves stretch bigs who can play the power forward or the center position, and Ibaka fits the description. It will be interesting to see if the Warriors make a move for the veteran free agent.
#2 Jae Crowder
Jae Crowder is currently having the season of his life with the Miami Heat, who recently qualified for the Eastern Conference finals. Crowder played a massive role in the gentleman's sweep of the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. Crowder is an excellent defender and plays the role of a spot-up shooter quite well on offense.
Golden State Warriors' priority this season will be bigs, but they also lack experience in the wing position. Jae Crowder is a good combo forward who can help the Warriors contend for the NBA championship next season. However, NBA trade rumors indicate that he will look to stay in Miami, so it will take an excellent offer from GSW to change his mind.
NBA Trade Rumors: 5 free agents Golden State Warriors will be looking to trade for this off-season (cont.)
#3 Derrick Favors
At 6'9 and 260 pounds, Derrick Favors is a dominant figure in the paint on both sides of the court. Known for his offensive rebounding and rim protection, Favors will be a coveted player this offseason.
He had a decent season with the New Orleans Pelicans, which saw him combining with star rookie Zion Williamson in the frontcourt. NBA trade rumors suggest that he will be looking for a new destination this offseason.
Golden State Warriors desperately need a cover for Draymond Green and Derrick Favors will be a perfect fit for the team this off-season.
#4 Joe Harris
Joe Harris is one of the best shooters in the league, consistently shooting 40 percent from deep on a high volume. The Brooklyn Nets star will be a free agent this off-season, and according to NBA trade rumors, it looks unlikely that the New York-based franchise will be able to match the offer he wants.
The American has improved his game this season, adding passing skills and perimeter defense to his repertoire.
It is a well-known fact that the Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr values good shooters more than any other coach in the league. And based on NBA trade rumors, Harris will be one of the top targets for the Bay area-based team this offseason.
#5 Wesley Matthews
Veteran shooting guard Wesley Matthews capped off a great regular season with a disappointing end as the Milwaukee Bucks lost to Miami Heat 4-1 in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. Matthews still had a good series, making his threes consistently and doing a good job of guarding Jimmy Butler for long stretches. NBA trade rumors suggest that Matthews is looking to move on from the Bucks this offseason.
Golden State Warriors will be looking to add role players this offseason, and Matthews is someone who will fit right in. Wes Matthews will be a good cover for GSW star Klay Thompson and will help them contend for the title
Stay tuned for more NBA trade rumors in the upcoming days.
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