The Golden State Warriors face a defining question after a disappointing 2025-26 season: how badly do they want to chase another championship during the Stephen Curry era?

If the Dubs are satisfied with their four titles built around Curry as the offensive engine, they might not feel the urgency to overhaul the roster. But if they want to contend in the twilight of Curry's legendary career, they'll need to surround him with elite talent.

According to Blue Man Hoop's Peter O'Keefe, the Warriors could take a bold step by moving Kristaps Porzingis in exchange for a rising star. The proposed target? Trey Murphy III, a 6-foot-8 forward with a $112 million future and All-Star potential.

"The Warriors could try to send Kristaps Porzingis in a Trey Murphy III package," O'Keefe wrote. "In an ideal world, this might happen in a sign-and-trade during the offseason. Unfortunately, it's almost impossible to see New Orleans giving the injury-prone Porzingis a minimum three-year contract to make a sign-and-trade feasible."

Instead, O'Keefe suggests a creative mid-season move: "The Warriors could sign Porzingis at a slightly inflated short-term salary to make him a perfect trade candidate to include in a deal for a player like Murphy."

Murphy was already on Golden State's radar during the 2026 trade season, and for good reason. The Virginia product has blossomed into a dynamic three-and-D weapon, showing improved off-the-dribble scoring and three-point shooting while using his length to disrupt opponents on defense.

This season with the struggling Pelicans (26-56), Murphy averaged 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, shooting an efficient 47.0% from the field and 37.9% from beyond the arc.

While Murphy lacks the accolades of some other trade targets, his youth, versatility, and two-way potential make him an intriguing piece for a Warriors team looking to maximize Curry's championship window. The question now is whether Golden State is willing to take the risk.