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Kristaps Porzingis trade would all but end Warriors’ faint Nikola Jokic dream

A Kristaps Porzingis trade would all but end any faint hope the Golden State Warriors have of pursuing Nikola Jokic in free agency next year.

By Peter O'Keefe · Blue Man Hoop

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 9:15 PM

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Peter O'Keefe argues trading Kristaps Porzingis would eliminate the Warriors' cap flexibility to pursue Nikola Jokic in free agency.
The writer notes any trade using Porzingis' expiring deal would likely bring back a multi-year contract.
Myles Turner is highlighted by the writer as an example of a potential center trade target for Golden State.

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Blue Man Hoop's Peter O'Keefe argues that trading Kristaps Porzingis for an alternative center would eliminate the Golden State Warriors' future salary cap flexibility. O'Keefe contends this move would end any remote chance the franchise has of pursuing Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic in free agency.

According to the writer, trading Porzingis' expiring contract would likely force Golden State to take on long-term salary, such as potential target Myles Turner. Golden State must decide before the February trade deadline whether to address immediate frontcourt needs via trade or preserve cap space for upcoming free agents.

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