Warriors Could Land $90 Million Guard in Kristaps Porzingis Trade
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Warriors Could Land $90 Million Guard in Kristaps Porzingis Trade
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 25: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during a break in play against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at Chase Center on March 25, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kelley L Cox/Getty Images) Getty
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30: Shaedon Sharpe #17 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 30, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images) Getty
Will Richard #3 of the Golden State Warriors Getty
A trade idea has the Golden State Warriors sending Kristaps Porzingis and Will Richard to the Portland Trail Blazers for Shaedon Sharpe. Jeremy Brener of Sports Illustrated floated the scenario, which also includes picks.
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What the Trade Idea Looks Like
In Brener's version, Golden State would receive Sharpe. Portland would get Porzingis, Richard, a 2028 first-round pick (top-5 protected) and a 2031 first-round pick swap.
The package is hypothetical, but it is worth a look given what each player brings and where the Warriors are right now.
Why It Could Make Sense for the Golden State Warriors
GettyShaedon Sharpe of the Portland Trail Blazers.
Porzingis has been out indefinitely. He is dealing with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS),per Shams Charania of ESPN.Brener notes Golden State would be looking to get value back.
Sharpe is 23 and on a four-year, $90 million contract.He is expected to miss most of the season with a torn meniscus in his right knee, so he would not help right away. He would give the Warriors a younger piece and flexibility, and Brener points out Golden State could flip him for help this season.
What Golden State Would Give Up
GettyWill Richard of the Golden State Warriors.
Golden State would also be giving up real pieces. Richard, a second-year pro, started Saturday's loss to thePhoenix Suns, and the Warriors would also send out a first-round pick and a pick swap.
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That matters for a roster built aroundStephen CurryandJimmy Butler. Giving up depth and picks for a player who may not play until March would do little to help the Warriors now.
Blazers' Side of the Idea
Portland has shown it will take swings. The Blazers traded forJa Morantin the offseason. Brener argues the move would give the Blazers future picks and room to extend point guardScoot Henderson, and they could flip Porzingis to another team.
Where Things Stand for the Golden State Warriors
For now, it is only an idea.Golden State's focus is on the court, where the Warriors are 0-3 and heading into Monday's game against theDenver Nuggets. Whether a trade like this ever makes sense will depend on how the season unfolds and what the Warriors need as it goes on.
