The Golden State Warriors were actively involved in trade talks for Toronto Raptors’ defensive standout, OG Anunoby, according to ESPN’s Zach Lowe. Anunoby, considered one of the Raptors’ prime trade assets, is expected to decline his $19.9 million player option, making him an attractive unrestricted free agent.
Lowe speculated on whether the Warriors, currently facing uncertainties with Draymond Green’s suspension, would revisit the Anunoby trade discussions as the February 8 trade deadline approaches. Despite the Warriors having limited draft capital, their young prospect Jonathan Kuminga could be a valuable asset for the Raptors.
The Philadelphia 76ers emerge as strong contenders for Anunoby, boasting draft assets and cap space, especially after the James Harden trade. Toronto is reportedly wary of teams offering Anunoby a shorter-term max contract amid a weak free-agent market, with the 76ers identified as a potential suitor.
Meanwhile, Klay Thompson’s future with the Warriors is uncertain after he declined a short-term extension last summer. The Warriors offered a two-year deal worth around $48 million, which Thompson rejected. As Thompson struggles on the court this season, questions arise about whether he will secure a comparable deal in the offseason.
The evolving dynamics of the Warriors, coupled with Anunoby’s potential trade destinations and Thompson’s contract situation, add intrigue to Golden State’s future as they navigate a pivotal juncture in the NBA landscape.