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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: James Wiseman #33 of the Golden State Warriors is defended by Markieff Morris #13 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of the game at Barclays Center on December 21, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
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PORTLAND, Ore. — TheGolden State Warriorshave until noon Thursday to upgrade their roster via trade.
But will they?
Most signs point toward another quiet deadline for Golden State. However, rumors are floating around that suggest general manager Bob Myers might be willing to make a move — for the right price.
The latest chatter has been focused on two players: third-year centerJames Wisemanand second-year guardMoses Moody. Both lottery picks have seemingly fallen out of head coachSteveKerr’s favor in recent weeks, at least in terms of minutes.
Though Wiseman did have to deal with an injury that sidelined him for 11 games, he had made just two appearances since receiving a clean bill of health entering Wednesday night’s game against the Trail Blazers. Moody — who just had a short stint with G League-affiliate Santa Cruz — had played in just three of Golden State’s previous 10 games.
The Athletic reported Tuesday that the Warriors were showing an increased willingness to explore trade scenarios involving their younger players who haven’t been in the rotation. Wiseman and Moody obviously fit that description, as do rookiesPatrick Baldwin Jr.andRyan Rollins啊,虽然贸易价值f Baldwin and Rollins (out for the season with a foot fracture) is likely next to none low at this point considering they haven’t been able to showcase their skills while buried on the roster.
Jonathan Kumingastarted two of three games prior to Wednesday night and had averaged 12.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists over his past nine since returning from injury, so he’s likely safe as the trade deadline approaches.
According to NBC Sports’ Monte Poole, the Warriors could be looking to package Wiseman and Moody with hopes of landing a significant rotation player who could help create separation in the Western Conference standings.
The Athletic’s John Hollinger brought up a critical point regarding a potential Wiseman move. The 21-year-old is scheduled to make $9.6 million this year and $12.2 million next year. The Warriors — who remain neck-deep in the luxury tax — could save $131 million if they trade him now without receiving anything in return. According to Hollinger, Detroit, San Antonio and Utah could be among teams to watch.
Speaking on 95.7 the Game last week, Myers said adding to the Warriors’ “margin of error” would be ideal, but a trade might be difficult to pull off because there are “less sellers” around the league who could provide the type of players Golden State values.
In addition, moving on from Wiseman, Moody or Kuminga essentially would sink Myers’ plan to win now and develop for the future. win-now-and-develop-for-the-future-plan. Is giving up on the younger players in exchange for a seventh or eighth man at best worth it? Do the Warriors have a trade target in mind who actually can move the needle in terms of wins and increase the team’s margin of error? Or is it all smoke and mirrors in Golden State’s front office, simply intending to test the waters?
With the league’s trade deadline hours away, all will be revealed soon.
C.J. Holmes covers the Warriors for The San Francisco Chronicle. Email: cj.holmes@sfchronicle.com Twitter: @CjHolmes22
