Who can the Warriors exchange for chasing dreams? The American media posted 5 realistic trading plans: exchanging Hachimura with the Lakers + Hayes

On December 15, Beijing time, the well-known American media Bleacher Report discussed the topic of trading dreams. Dream will turn 34 in March next year, and given his age and the problems on his body, his trade value has never been lower. Of course, his performances this season have been relatively consistent, especially in the offensive end. If the Warriors decide to trade for Dream, which teams will be willing to take the risk? The American media believes that no team will be willing to give up the first-round pick for the current Dream, but there are still some realistic trade options-

Option 1: Warriors and Mavericks 1 for 3

The Warriors sent Dream Chaser to get the Mavericks' Gwee, Holmes and a 2025 second-round pick (from the Raptors)

Gwee is a good catch-and-shoot firepower, but other than that, he doesn't help enough. The significance of chasing dreams for the Mavericks is that he can use pick-and-roll and passing to relieve pressure on Doncic. While this may reduce Irving and Doncic's ball-handling opportunities, it could increase the unpredictability of the Mavericks' offense and hopefully improve their scoring efficiency.

For the Warriors, Gwee's contract is also signed until the 2026-27 season, but his salary is better managed than Dream, and although he is not as capable as Dream, he is 8 years younger than Dream. His outside shooting is more consistent, and as for center Holmes, he can complement the Warriors' interior line.

Scenario 2: Warriors and Pacers 1-for-2

The Warriors sent Dream Chase to get Hield and Jalen Smith for the Pacers

If this deal can be done, the Warriors' outside firepower will be even more terrifying. Splash is already the all-time best shooter, and Hield is also an all-time perimeter pitcher. Hield averaged 3.1 three-pointers per game in his career, shooting 40.2 percent from three-point range. The lineup of three musketeers can challenge the opponent's defense, but their own defense will also be challenged.

Jalen Smith is more attractive than the Mavericks' Holmes, after all, he is 7 years younger than Holmes. With 14-of-21 three-pointers this season, he is a player who can develop into a space five.

Dream chasing also makes sense to the Pacers, after all, the Pacers' offense is strong enough, and they need experience and defense, which is what Dream chasing can provide.

Option 3: Warriors and Cavaliers 2-for-2

The Warriors sent Dream and a 2027 first-round pick (top-five protection) to the Cavaliers' Allen and Merrill

Dream is 8 years older than Allen, and his current ability is not as good as Allen, so why would the Cavaliers make such a trade? On the one hand, they can move Mobley to a more natural position, and on the other hand, Dream can help the team more on the offensive end than Allen.

The Warriors get Allen, which can be upgraded to the No. 5 position, and Merrill is also a good shooter, with a career three-point shooting rate of 38.7%, which fits the Warriors' system. Of course, giving up a first-round pick is costly, but given the current state of the Warriors, they need to make the most of Curry's remaining prime, and now is not the time to skimp on draft picks.

Option 4: Warriors and Lakers 1-for-2

The Warriors sent Dream Chasers to get the Lakers' Hachimura and Hayes

It will take a little longer for the deal to materialize, as Hachimura will not lift the restrictions until January 16. If the Lakers choose to do this, they can let James and Dream play together, and their defense will become stronger. Dream's passing ability on the offensive end will also help the Lakers, making their offense more unpredictable.

For the Warriors, on the one hand, it can improve financial flexibility, Hachimura's income is lower than that of Dream, and his contract ends a year earlier. From a basketball point of view, Hachimura is taller than Dream Chasing, he doesn't have the organizational ability to chase Dream, but he has a more reliable three. Hayes can add depth to the Warriors' interior.

Option 5: Warriors and Kings 1 for 4

The Warriors sent Dream Chase in exchange for the Kings' Barnes, McGee, a 2024 second-round pick and a 2025 second-round pick (from the Trail Blazers)

For Barnes, if the deal gets through, he'll be back to where his career started. Barnes was drafted by the Warriors in 2012 and won the championship with the Warriors in 2015. He's clearly familiar with the systems of Curry, Thompson and Kerr, and Barnes has been shooting 38.7 percent from three-point range since the 2018-19 season. Another Warriors veteran, McGee, also has a chance to return and add depth to the No. 5 position. The Kings may not be willing to give up the first round in pursuit of their dreams, but two second rounds are possible.

Dream can bring depth to the Kings in the frontcourt, he can replace Keegan Murray, and Green can also complement Sabonis to enrich the frontcourt. The two of them, along with Fox, will be the most unpredictable team in the NBA's offense.