Other Potential Targets
New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III has been linked to the Warriors since at least the summer. But there a couple of other interesting trade candidates, namely Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon and Boston Celtics guard Derrick White.
Murphy is the ideal trade target for the Warriors as he’s a budding star. The 25-year-old wing has improved each year and is coming off a career season, averaging 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.5 steals. He also has developed into a consistent high-volume 3-point shooter, knocking down a personal-best 3.2 treys last season with shooting splits of 47.0/37.9/88.6.
It is unknown if the Pelicans are looking to move Murphy, who will make $27 million this year. But the Pelicans finished the year 11th in the West with 26 wins and traded their 2026 first-round pick to Atlanta to move up 15 spots for Derik Queen in last year’s draft.
Like Murphy, White is an elite two-way player. While not as dynamic offensively, White is a better defender than Murphy. The 31-year-old combo guard, who will make $30 million this year and has two additional years on his contract, was also productive this past season. However, he wasn’t as efficient as he normally is, as his offensive workload was expanded due to Boston being without Jayson Tatum. The Celtics may be willing to trade White due to his salary and their playoff shortcomings, though at this point, it would be difficult for the Warriors to make a deal for him.
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Gordon would give the Warriors a physical interior presence who can extend defenses with his shooting. The 30-year-old, limited to 87 games over the last two seasons, will make over $33 million this upcoming campaign with two more seasons left. The Nuggets have indicated they’re willing to listen to offers for everyone not named Nikola Jokic this summer.
Proposed Trade Package For Trey Murphy III
Warriors Receive:
Trey Murphy III
Pelicans Receive:
Brandin Podziemski
Moses Moody
Warriors 2026 first-round pick (No. 11)
Warriors 2029 first-round pick
Warriors 2o31 first-round pick
Trade Package For Aaron Gordon
Warriors Receive:
Aaron Gordon
2026 first-round pick (No. 26)
Nuggets Receive:
Brandin Podziemski
Moses Moody
2026 first-round pick (No. 11)
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