Warriors Trade Kuminga, Hield to Hawks for Porzingis: Report
In a significant move, the Golden State Warriors have traded Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis. This transaction was confirmed by ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Trade Details
Kristaps Porzingis, who has been on the Warriors’ radar for some time, is currently averaging 17.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game this season. Standing at 7-foot-2, Porzingis joined the Hawks in June after a trade from the Boston Celtics. Notably, he is on an expiring contract.
Potential Lineup for the Warriors
With the addition of Porzingis, the Warriors’ potential starting lineup could look like this:
- Stephen Curry
- Brandin Podziemski
- Moses Moody
- Draymond Green
- Kristaps Porzingis
Kuminga’s Departure
Jonathan Kuminga had expressed frustration regarding his role on the Warriors, leading to his trade request. The 23-year-old wing struggled for consistent playing time, having been left out of several games this season. Throughout 20 appearances, including 13 starts, he averaged 12.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. He logged 10 points in just nine minutes during his last game before leaving due to injury.
Buddy Hield’s Impact
Buddy Hield has seen limited action this season, averaging 8.0 points in 17.5 minutes per game, with a shooting percentage of 34.4% from three-point land.
Additional Trades for the Warriors
On the same day, the Warriors also traded center Trayce Jackson-Davis to the Toronto Raptors for a 2026 second-round pick, originally from the Los Angeles Lakers. Moreover, prior to the trade deadline, Golden State had shown interest in acquiring two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, but this pursuit is now reportedly over.
This trade signifies a strategic shift for the Warriors as they aim to enhance their lineup and bounce back this season. Fans are keen to see how Porzingis fits into the team’s dynamics and his contributions moving forward.
