Golden State Makes Ѕһᴏᴄᴋɪпɡ $90 Million Move – Warriors Land Mega Star to Cement Championship Legacy – Joins Steph & Draymond in Title Chase!

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The Golden State Warriors have been uncharacteristically quiet this offseason, raising questions about their championship plans. After trading for Jimmy Butler in February, the Warriors showed they’re willing to make bold moves to return to title contention.

With Butler, Stephen Curry, and Draymond Green set to return next season, Golden State appears just a few pieces away from legitimate championship status. One name that has surfaced in trade rumors lately is Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, whose skill set could perfectly complement the Warriors’ existing core.

Warriors Eye Jarrett Allen Trade to Address Frontcourt Needs

Golden State’s need for frontcourt depth became more pressing after Kevon Looney signed with the New Orleans Pelicans last week. The departure leaves the Warriors with limited options at center, relying primarily on Trayce Jackson-Davis and Green, who stands 6’9″ and 6’6″, respectively.

 

According to PFSN’s Brandon Austin, Golden State may consider an aggressive approach this offseason, with Allen emerging as an ideal target for Steve Kerr’s system.

“Adding Allen could be a game-changing move for the Golden State Warriors, as it addresses their frontcourt issues while supporting their championship aspirations,” wrote Austin. “Allen’s ability to anchor the paint would allow Green to shift back to power forward, maximizing his defensive versatility and playmaking.”

Austin highlights Allen’s interior protection, rebounding ability, screen-setting skills, and scoring in the paint as key factors that would make him successful in San Francisco. The 6’9″ center brings the type of presence the Warriors need to compete with the league’s top teams.

“Golden State often relied on the undersized Draymond Green to battle against bigger centers. As good a defender as Green is, he’s into his mid-30s now, and banging with bigs all season long can take a toll on the body,” Austin added. “Allen’s ability to anchor the paint would allow Green to shift back to power forward, maximizing his defensive versatility and playmaking.

“Offensively, Allen’s skill as a rim runner and lob threat perfectly complements Stephen Curry’s off-ball ability and Jimmy Butler III’s slashing. His screen-setting would also open up cleaner looks for Curry and support Butler’s mid-range game.

“While Golden State would likely need to part with young assets like Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, or Jonathan Kuminga (a restricted free agent) to get a deal done, that may be a risk worth taking with their veteran core aging. The West is tough, but adding a legitimate big man could spark another serious run at a title.”

Cavaliers Face Salary Cap Pressure That Could Force Allen Trade

Allen signed a $90,720,000 extension in August 2024 and remains under contract through the 2028-29 season. However, Cleveland’s challenging financial position could make Allen available.

The Cavaliers finished with the best record in the Eastern Conference last season, winning 64 games. Despite their success, the organization has committed significant salary cap space to Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, and Darius Garland.

With Allen’s salary set to jump from $28,000,000 in 2025-26 to $28,000,000 in 2026-27, the Cavaliers may decide to move him to create financial flexibility.

Allen’s production over recent seasons justifies his contract value. In 2021-22, he averaged a double-double and earned All-Star recognition. The following year, Allen posted 14.3 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. During the 2023-24 campaign, the former Texas Longhorn recorded 16.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.1 blocks across 77 starts.

 

While Allen’s scoring decreased last season to 13.5 points per game, his efficiency reached historic levels. He led the NBA with a 70.6% field goal percentage while playing all 82 games. Defensively, Allen ranked 11th in rebounds per game with 9.7 and recorded 73 total blocks, placing him 28th league-wide (and averaging 0.9 blocks and 0.9 steals per game).

For the Warriors, acquiring Allen would solve multiple problems. His presence would allow Green to return to his natural power forward position, where his versatility and basketball IQ create the most impact. Allen’s rim protection and rebounding would also address some of Golden State’s most significant weaknesses from last season.

The Warriors ranked 17th in the NBA with 4.8 blocks per game, and their 40.3 rebounds per game in the postseason ranked 12th out of 16 teams.

 

The timing appears favorable for both teams. Cleveland must make difficult financial decisions, while Golden State is willing to trade assets for proven talent. Allen’s playoff experience and proven durability make him an attractive target for a Warriors team looking to maximize their remaining window with Curry and Green.

 

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