"It may be time for Warriors fans to learn how to properly pronounce Antetokounmpo, because the biggest star on the NBA trade block could be headed to Golden State come Thursday afternoon's NBA trade deadline. When the Golden State Warriors' new second-best player Jimmy Butler tore his ACL and was lost for the season two weeks ago, NBA pundits speculated that the Warriors dynasty was done for."
"But mega-bucks Warriors owner Joe Lacob is determined to wring the maximum chance of another championship out of this unit before Steph Curry retires, no matter what the cost. And so Lacob has directed the Warriors team brass to work the phones to make the most blockbuster trade possible. That sets the Warriors sights on the NBA's biggest star on the trading block, ten-time All-Star and 2021 NBA Finals MVP and champion Giannis Antetokounmpo."
After Jimmy Butler tore his ACL and was lost for the season, pundits predicted the Warriors dynasty was in jeopardy and rumors swirled about coaching changes. Owner Joe Lacob is pressing to maximize the team's championship window and has instructed executives to pursue a blockbuster trade. The Warriors have emerged as the lead suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo by signaling willingness to exchange four first-round picks and pick swaps. Golden State appears prepared to mortgage significant draft assets and roster flexibility to unite Giannis with Steph Curry and construct a title-contending duo.
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