The Golden State Warriors faced a significant decision this offseason regarding Klay Thompson: either re-sign the future Hall of Famer and continue dealing with hefty luxury taxes or trade him to gain financial flexibility and new assets. Opting for the latter, the Warriors sent Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks in a sign-and-trade deal. This move, while shocking to fans, netted Golden State three valuable players.
According to ESPN's Bobby Marks , this was the Warriors’ most impactful transaction of the offseason. This move, while shocking to fans, netted Golden State three valuable players: Kyle Anderson, Buddy Hield, and De'Anthony Melton. By trading Thompson, the Warriors alleviated their financial burdens and acquired seasoned veterans Anderson and Hield, while also signing Melton to a $12.
8 million non-tax midlevel exception. Anderson, acquired in a sign-and-trade deal, signed a three-year, $27 million contract. Last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves , Anderson averaged 6.
4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists while shooting 46.
0% from the field and 22.9% from 3-point range. Known for his versatility and defensive skills, Anderson will be a steady presence on both ends of the floor, capable of playing multiple positions and contributing to the team's defensive schemes.
Also part of the sign-and-trade, Hield signed a four-year, $40 million contract. Hield averaged 12.0 points, 3.
2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game last season while shooting 43.6% from the field a.