A shocking trade for the future of the Warriors has quietly unfolded, and the entire basketball world has been shocked! This is undoubtedly the most exciting trade drama of the season, the Warriors exchanged three main stars with the Raptors Siakam, although to make up for the shortcomings of the roster, but Curry's opposition makes people think about the risks of the Warriors' deal.
The Warriors sent away Looney, Moody and Wiggins in exchange for the Raptors' number one star Siakam. It may seem like a lot of sacrifice, but Siakam is indeed a top center in the NBA, with excellent strength on both the offensive and defensive ends. His arrival can make up for the shortcomings of the Warriors' interior defense, make the "small ball" style of play more diverse, and help a lot in the championship.
However, as the absolute heart and soul of the team, Curry clearly has a lot of criticism about this trade. After all, Rooney and Moody are among his most trusted teammates, and the three have worked together for many years and have a very close relationship. Let him give up these two young generals, it must not be a taste in his heart.
Whether this trade can be successful depends on whether Siakam can fit into the Warriors' system. If the two sides don't get along well, it will only complicate the problem. And Curry's attitude will also be the key to the future direction of the trade.
1. The Raptors sent Siakam away, and the Warriors exchanged 3 for 1
This season, the Warriors have hit a slump. The regular season finish is only 9th in the West, which is inseparable from the team's internal problems. Rooney has suffered frequent injuries and his form has dropped; Green is also plagued by injuries and has not played well. Authoritative experts pointed out that the biggest problem of the Warriors is the emptiness of the interior defense, and it is difficult to stick to the interior without the addition of excellent centers.
Faced with the dilemma, the Warriors' top brass finally chose to take action. They looked at the league and locked down Siakam for the Raptors. This center from the land empire is exactly the piece of "mosaic" that the Warriors' interior defense needs.
In order to acquire Siakam, the Warriors decided to sacrifice three main players: center Looney, shooting guard Moody, and veteran forward Wiggins. It's undoubtedly a trade-making one, but the Warriors brass believe Siakam is worth much more than the three combined.
With the Raptors, Siakam has been named to the NBA's All-America Second Team for two consecutive years. His stats are outstanding, averaging 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks per game this season, while shooting 35% from three-point range. While he is strong on the offensive end, his defense is also top-notch.
In contrast, Rooney and Moody are still potential stocks, and Wiggins is also getting older. Executives believe it's time to give it a go and trade for the NBA's top center.
Second, Curry is tangled and undecisive, and the young teammates have a deep friendship
After receiving the news of the trade, the reaction within the Warriors can be described as mixed. Siakam's arrival undoubtedly gave them a new hope of winning the championship, but on the contrary, there was also a feeling that was difficult to part.
Because Moody and Looney are among Curry's most trusted teammates.
In 2015, at the age of 18, Looney was selected by the Warriors with the ninth pick in the first round and quickly developed into the main center. He is also known as the "new Big Three" of the Warriors along with Curry and Green, the "Wave Brothers".
And Moody is also the Warriors' own rookie, and under the careful training of Curry and others, he has grown into an excellent scorer and starter.
It's fair to say that both Looney and Moody have a close relationship with Curry and are young teammates he values a lot. And Wiggins, as a veteran forward, has been an important member of the Warriors for many years.
So, when he heard the news that all three were leaving, Curry also had mixed feelings in his heart. The teammates who fought side by side all the way in their rookie years are very affectionate for Curry.
According to reports, Curry has communicated with the team's top management that he does not want young teammates, including Looney and Moody, to leave. But in the end, it didn't stop the big deal from happening.
3. Can Siakam fit into the Warriors? Curry's attitude is crucial
Siakam's arrival has undoubtedly injected a boost to the Warriors. He is arguably one of the top centers in the NBA at the moment, performing very well on both offensive and defensive ends, and is the "last piece of the puzzle" that the Warriors desperately need.
From a pure point of view, Siakam can provide a solid interior defense and give opponents a lot of press. He can also provide an interior attack option for the "small ball" strategy, making the Warriors' playset more versatile.
The fly in the ointment, though, is that Siakam's personal style doesn't quite fit the Warriors. He is more Xi to the traditional interior play than the fast-paced small ball that the Warriors are all used to. When he was with the Raptors, he was also more Xi to playing as the sole core rather than playing without the ball like Curry and others.
Therefore, whether Siakam can adapt to the Warriors' system and rhythm will determine the success or failure of this deal. And Curry, who is the heart of the team, his attitude is also crucial.
Curry has made it clear that he doesn't want his young teammates to leave, so he may not fully agree with Siakam's addition. Whether the two can establish a tacit understanding and whether Curry can accept the new "big man" will directly affect the combat effectiveness of the Warriors.
If Siakam's addition makes the Warriors' tactics rigid and Curry loses room to play, then the trade is undoubtedly too risky. We'll see what Curry's attitude is, and we expect Siakam to adapt to the Warriors' style of play as soon as possible.
Fourth, the Warriors gamble again, can the championship dream come true?
This isn't the Warriors' first big trade in recent years. Last season, they also traded youngsters and draft picks for Durant from the Nets. As it turned out, Durant's performance didn't live up to expectations and didn't help the Warriors get back to the top.
This 3-for-1 trade undoubtedly shows once again the Warriors' determination to pursue a championship. They do not hesitate to rebuild the team, and they also want to reach the Finals again in the prime period of Curry and others.
But the success or failure of the trade remains to be seen by time, and the run-in between Siakam and Curry is even more unknown. We don't know if the price the Warriors are paying too much, or if Siakam is the final piece of the puzzle they've been dreaming of.
If Siakam successfully adapts to the system and builds a tacit understanding with core players such as Curry, then the Warriors' championship dream will continue. But if the trade doesn't work out as expected, the Warriors will also pay a heavy price.
We'll see if Siakam can fit into the Warriors and be a key part of the championship. Let's wish the Warriors brass made the right choice and Curry embraces his new teammates.
Fifth, the Raptors are rebuilding again, and the Spurs have high hopes
In contrast to the Warriors' impact, this trade puts the Raptors into a rebuilding period again.
The Raptors sent away their number one star in exchange for Looney, Moody and Wiggins. All three have some potential, but they are not yet mature enough to replace the enormous influence that Siakam brings.
Despite the rise of bears such as rookie Barness, the Raptors' strength clearly needs a recovery process. They will also rely more on new coach Popovich to lead this young rookie team.
In contrast, the Spurs, another powerhouse in the East, clearly benefited greatly from the deal. The decline in the strength of the Raptors has undoubtedly made the Spurs' move to the position of the leader in the East more smooth.
DeRozan is on the rise, and he will lead the Spurs' young players to defeat the declining Raptors with a dynamic style of play. The new king of the East, the Spurs are on their way to being crowned!
Sixth, the shocking transaction brings impact, who is the final winner in the new season?
The NBA's shocking trade this season is not over yet, but it is predictable that this three-for-one between the Warriors and the Raptors will shake the entire league. The deal will have a profound impact on both teams and the entire region.
We'll wait and see when the new season arrives, whether the Warriors can use Siakam to fight for the top again, and see if the Raptors can quickly complete the run-in of the rookie army. Two flowers bloom, each with a future, who can become the final winner from this deal?
The new season is coming, let's look forward to a new chapter of the NBA full of unknowns and passions!