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The Golden State Warriors have suffered a loss in personnel, including Draymond Green, Chris Paul, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Gui Santos, a first-round draft pick in 2026, and a top-five-protected first-round draft pick in 2028.
Before delving into reasons why each team should consider this insane idea, it’s beneficial to have a summary of the entire deal.
You are welcome to debate the inclusion of lower-valued players or draft selections. The central aspect of the transaction and the interconnectedness of all four teams are the primary focus.
The Golden State Warriors have acquired Karl-Anthony Towns, Rui Hachimura, and Garrison Mathews.
The Atlanta Hawks acquire Draymond Green, D’Angelo Russell, Jalen Hood-Schifino, Wendell Moore Jr., a 2029 first-round pick and a 2031 top-five-protected first-round pick from Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Lakers acquire Trae Young, Josh Minott, and Gui Santos.
The Atlanta Hawks suffer defeat, trading Trae Young, Garrison Mathews, and a second-round pick in 2025 from Minnesota.
The Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a defeat, as Karl-Anthony Towns, Wendell Moore Jr., and Josh Minott were unable to secure a victory.
The Los Angeles Lakers have suffered losses on the player front, with the departure of Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell, Rui Hachimura, and Jalen Hood-Schifino. In addition, the team has also given up a first-round pick in 2029 and a top-five-protected pick in 2031.
