Warriors on Verge of NBA’s Most Insane Trade Ever for Two $788 Million Superstars
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The Golden State Warriors are preparing for both the present and the future, setting themselves up to remain competitive while also leaving the door open for a possible superstar acquisition down the line.
Latest reports have revealed their interest in two very popular names belonging to two top contenders in the league – the Milwaukee Bucks and the Denver Nuggets.
Jimmy Butler’s Extension and the Current Window
After pulling off a blockbuster trade for Jimmy Butler, Golden State quickly signed him to a two-year max extension. The structure of the deal was not coincidental. By aligning Butler’s contract with Stephen Curry’s, the franchise ensured that its immediate contention window is intact, while long-term flexibility remains preserved.The trio of Curry, Butler, and Draymond Green keeps the Warriors in the title mix for now. But with all three in the latter stages of their careers, the organization is forced to think about what comes next.
Jonathan Kuminga Saga Continues
One of the biggest offseason talking points has been Jonathan Kuminga’s contract negotiations. While other restricted free agents have secured new deals, the former No. 7 pick remains unsigned.
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Golden State recently offered Kuminga a $75 million deal, but he turned it down.
This standoff isn’t just about money – it’s about timing. The team wants to maintain financial flexibility that could prove crucial in just a couple of years.
Why 2027 Matters for the Golden State Warriors
NBA insider Sam Amick of The Athletic explained why the length of Kuminga’s deal is so important for the Golden State Warriors’ front office. As he put it: “The length of his deal poses a similar problem to the one the Warriors have had in the negotiations with Kuminga, as they want to maintain maximum flexibility for that 2027 summer (as it stands, they only have Moody’s $13.4 million and Hield’s $10 million player option on the books by then). The Warriors, who are well aware that Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and Denver’s Nikola Jokic both have player options for the 2027-28 season, are hardly alone on this star-hunting front.”This strategy makes clear the franchise’s thinking: 2027 is the summer to keep an eye on.
The 2027 Free Agency Outlook
Golden State is eyeing two of the league’s biggest names – Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic. Both players have player options for the 2027-28 season, which could give the Warriors a chance to add a generational talent just as their current stars enter the twilight of their careers.
PlayerContract Status 2027Amount Moses Moody Guaranteed $13.4M Buddy Hield Player Option $10M Jonathan Kuminga TBD (unsigned) N/A
Depends on outcome of current negotiations
Balancing the Present and Future
For now, Golden State is riding Curry’s brilliance and Butler’s leadership to stay in the championship picture.
However, the long-term plan is clear: remain lean financially, prepare for the possibility of a superstar addition, and eventually identify the right player for Curry to pass the torch to.Also read: NBA Trade Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Predicted to Land $65.6 Million in Bold Three-Way Trade Involving Dallas Mavericks and Brooklyn NetsFather Time is undefeated, and while Curry continues to perform at an elite level, the organization is already planning for the day he steps away. The pursuit of stars like Antetokounmpo and Jokic signals that the Warriors intend to remain one of the league’s most ambitious franchises well into the next era.