The Golden State Warriors are suffering through the type of miserable season they aren’t used to, and as a result, there are considerable trade rumors surrounding them.
The trade deadline is at 3 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, and perhaps the biggest trade chip they have is former All-Star starter Andrew Wiggins.
According to Jake Fischer, the Milwaukee Bucks, another team that is underachieving, are showing interest in the 6-foot-7 forward, via NBACentral.
The Milwaukee Bucks are showing interest in Andrew Wiggins, per @JakeLFischer
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Wiggins is having a down year, especially when it comes to his shooting efficiency, but he has remade himself into an effective two-way wing over the last few years.
As recently as last season, he averaged 17.1 points a game while shooting 47.3 percent from the field and 39.6 percent from 3-point range, and he played a key role in the Warriors winning the NBA championship two years ago.
Milwaukee felt it had assembled a mighty squad when they traded for future Hall of Famer Damian Lillard last summer, but despite a 33-17 record, there is a feeling of uneasiness surrounding them.
Their offense has been stellar, but they have struggled greatly on defense, and Wiggins could help in that area.
There is a feeling right now that Milwaukee could be headed for another early playoff exit — they lost in the first round last year to the Miami Heat and exited the second round of the 2022 postseason against the Boston Celtics.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo in the middle of his prime, now may be the time to finalize the roster that could win him his second ring.
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