Minnesota Timberwolves Receive: G/F Andrew Wiggins, F Jonathan Kuminga, 2026 First-Round Pick (GSW), 2028 First-Round Pick (GSW)
Golden State Warriors Receive: F/C Karl-Anthony Towns
In fact, one could draw some interesting conclusions about how to build a winning team by comparing these two organizations.
Having a number one pick on your roster ought to help, right? As a general rule, the number one overall pick in the draft ends up being a star. There are exceptions, but they’re few and far between.
Well, the Timberwolves have two top selections. What’s more, neither would qualify as a bust. Somehow, even with Towns and Anthony Edwards on this roster, the Wolves have had a mediocre season.
By contrast, the Warriors are not built around top draft picks. Yes, Andrew Wiggins was picked first, but they traded for him, and he’s an elite role player.
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Steph Curry was a seventh overall pick. Draymond Green was a second-round selection. The Warriors built this core with smart drafting.
Should they do something out of character and trade for a star?