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Warriors trading for Myles Turner would be a blind bet they can’t afford

The Golden State Warriors trading for Myles Turner would be a blind bet on the veteran center finding form on a playoff-level team.

By Peter O'Keefe · Blue Man Hoop

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Peter O'Keefe argues the Golden State Warriors should not trade for Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner.
According to Jake Fischer, Golden State only wants Turner's contract if incentivized by draft capital.
Turner struggled recently, going scoreless on 0-of-7 shooting in a 121-107 loss to Toronto.

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Peter O'Keefe of Blue Man Hoop argues that the Golden State Warriors should avoid trading for Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner. Although Turner theoretically fits Golden State's need for a rim protector and stretch big, the writer views acquiring him as a risky move due to his underwhelming performances and large contract.

According to report details from Jake Fischer, the Warriors are reportedly uninterested in taking on Turner's four-year, $108 million deal without draft compensation. O'Keefe contends that surrendering assets like Moses Moody and future cap space would not be worth Turner's inconsistent production.

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