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3 players the Warriors should target if they can trade up in the NBA Draft

By Ian Levy

Mar 12, 2023; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Houston Cougars forward Jarace Walker (25) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 12, 2023; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Houston Cougars forward Jarace Walker (25) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 9, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; City Reapers guards Ausar Thompson (0) and Amen Thompson (1) react during the game against the Cold Hearts at Overtime Elite. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 9, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; City Reapers guards Ausar Thompson (0) and Amen Thompson (1) react during the game against the Cold Hearts at Overtime Elite. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

NBA Draft prospects the Warriors can trade up for: 1. Amen or Ausar Thompson

If the Warriors are moving up to No. 4 or No. 5, whichever Thompson twin is still available could be the ultimate prize. Both twins are absolutely elite athletes — explosive leapers with insane quick-twitch athleticism and great size and length on the wing. Their physical tools set a terrifically high floor at both ends of the floor and they could contribute immediately as role players, throwing themselves at tough defensive assignments, cutting off the ball and finishing in transition.

Their ceilings are a bit different. Neither is a strong shooter at this point but scouts reportedly feel more confident in Ausar’s shooting potential and defense. Amen is more advanced as a passer and primary creator and could ultimately be developed into a starting point guard.

Whitmore and Walker are probably cleaner fits for the Warriors in the present but either Thompson twin could have a role to play next season and their star potential would absolutely justify the cost of moving up.

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