The Golden State Warriors are in an odd predicament.
Assured of a high draft pick this offseason, the Warriors aren’t necessarily looking for a player who can develop into a star down the line. They need someone who can be a key rotation piece immediately to help the core compete for a title.
A player who has long-term potential but might not be NBA-quality yet isn’t as valuable to them as a typical lottery team. Additionally, with Steph Curry and Klay Thompson on board, top-tier point guards including LaMelo Ball and Killian Hayes may not be as attractive either.
Golden State, with the worst record in the league as of play stoppage, has a 52.1% chance of landing in the top 4 and will land no later than pick No. 5.
The Warriors may consider trading down. Here are three players they might be interested in that could land outside the top five.