Why The Trade Makes Perfect Sense
Parting with Wiggins stings for the Golden State Warriors. We’ll get that out of the way. Largely written off as a bust when he landed in the Bay Area, Wiggins has evolved into an invaluable 3-and-D wing. The secondary shot creation he provides will be missed as well.
With that said, the Warriors will survive. Wiggins’ departure will open up more opportunities for Jordan Poole to thrive as a shot-maker. As for Wiggins’ D, well, allow us to introduce you to Rudy Gobert.
He’s pretty good at that.
Pairing the league’s best rim protector with Draymond Green ought to be illegal. The Warriors should instantly form the best defense in the NBA with this trade. The best defense of all time is probably in play. After all, Draymond Green and Rudy Gobert are two of the best defensive players of their generation.
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Gobert can impact the game offensively too. He’d give this Golden State Warriors core a screen setter and pick-and-roll finisher more potent than they’ve ever played with. If the Utah Jazz is forced to deal the “Stifle Tower” then the Warriors should act quickly.