The Golden State Warriors are reportedly eyeing a blockbuster move that could shake up the NBA landscape—and it involves a former Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks superstar worth a staggering $186 million.
According to Blue Man Hoop's Peter O'Keefe, the Warriors may be circling back on Anthony Davis, the 10-time All-Star who has been traded twice in less than two years. After being dealt from the Lakers to the Mavericks in the 2024-25 season for Luka Doncic—a move that has paid huge dividends for Los Angeles—Davis was then shipped to the Washington Wizards before the 2025 trade deadline. Now, with the Warriors sitting at 10th in the Western Conference and missing the playoffs, the pressure is on to build a contender around Stephen Curry.
"Warriors' timeline aligns with Anthony Davis," O'Keefe wrote. "Say what you want about Golden State's ability to contend... but at the very least, they'll remain relevant while Stephen Curry remains at the franchise."
The timing couldn't be more intriguing. The Warriors already took a gamble on an injury-prone big man by acquiring Kristaps Porzingis, but his potential free agency departure could leave a gaping hole at center. That's where Davis comes in. According to reports, the Mavericks had actually approached Golden State about a Davis trade before he was ultimately sent to Washington, suggesting the interest was real—even if injury concerns ultimately gave the Dubs pause.
For Warriors fans, this feels like a familiar dance: the team is reportedly willing to take a calculated risk on a superstar with a history of health issues, all in the name of maximizing Curry's championship window. And for Davis, after an unexpected whirlwind of trades, a move to the Bay could offer a fresh start and a chance to prove he can still dominate alongside one of the greatest shooters in NBA history.
Whether this trade materializes remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the Warriors are not content to sit still. With the offseason heating up, this is a storyline every basketball fan will want to follow.