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Warriors want a star but don't want to trade pick in 2026 NBA Draft
TL;DR
The Golden State Warriors are looking to acquire a star player but are unwilling to trade their No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The draft is set for June 23 and 24, and teams are currently evaluating their options.
Key points
- Warriors want to acquire a star player
- They have the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
- Unwilling to trade the draft pick
- Draft scheduled for June 23 and 24
- Teams are meeting with draft prospects
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Warriors want a star but don't want to trade pick in 2026 NBA Draft
It's the offseason for most teams around the NBA and squads are meeting with draft prospects at the combine in Chicago.
While some teams are weighing their options, others are considering whether they will use their pick and select a draftee or trade the pick for other assets.
That was one question looming around the Golden State Warriors once the No. 11 pick was conveyed to them in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft (June 23 and 24).
The Warriors have been linked to multiple teams in potential trades for star players to pair with Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler. Some of the names that have surfaced as potential targets are the Los Angeles Clippers' Kawhi Leonard and Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo.
The Warriors are going after those guys, or players of their caliber. Golden State wants to bring in another star ... but not at the expense of their No. 11 pick. The team has no plans to part ways with their draft pick, according to ESPN's Marc J. Spears.
Q&A
Why are the Warriors unwilling to trade their 2026 NBA Draft pick?
The Warriors want to maintain their No. 11 pick to potentially select a promising draftee instead of trading it for other assets.
When is the 2026 NBA Draft scheduled to take place?
The 2026 NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23 and 24.
What are the Warriors hoping to achieve during the offseason?
The Warriors aim to acquire a star player while retaining their draft pick to strengthen their roster.