Warriors expected to have busy NBA Draft night with multiple routes
With the NBA Draft just hours away, one name continues to hover around the Golden State Warriors more than any other: Trey Murphy III.The New Orleans Pelicans forward has been connected to the Warriors for months, and a flurry of reports leading into draft night suggests those discussions remain very much alive.According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, Golden State and New Orleans have discussed trade concepts involving the Warriors’ No.11 overall pick.
The Pelicans are reportedly interested in moving into the lottery to target a specific prospect, with Tennessee forward Nate Ament among the names linked to New Orleans.Scotto also reported that Golden State has explored a trade-down scenario with Charlotte that would send the No.11 pick to the Hornets in exchange for picks No.
14 and No.18.ESPN’s Marc Spears added further fuel to the speculation, reporting that the Pelicans are actively exploring Murphy trade scenarios.
Spears noted that any potential deal could depend heavily on which prospects remain available when Golden State goes on the clock.“I think the thing is this: It probably will depend on who’s sitting there at 11 when that pick comes up,” Spears said on 95.7 The Game.“If the Warriors can get Trey Murphy, I’m all for trading that pick for Trey Murphy.”The 26-year-old wing has become one of the league’s most sought-after trade targets after a breakout season in which he averaged a career-high 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists while shooting 47 percent from the field and nearly 38 percent from three-point range.Murphy’s combination of size, shooting and defensive versatility makes him an ideal fit for a Warriors team attempting to maximize what remains of the championship window around Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.However, completing a deal may be easier said than done.The Warriors are far from the only team interested.
Reports indicate the Pistons, Hawks, Spurs, Trail Blazers, Lakers, Pacers, Clippers, Nets and Celtic...