BREAKING: Warriors Make SHOCKING Move for $60M Celtics Champion - Lakers Also in DESPERATE Pursuit
The Golden State Warriors have stunned the NBA world by emerging as serious contenders in what could be the most explosive trade of the offseason, targeting Boston Celtics champion Kristaps Porzingis in a move that has sent shockwaves through the basketball community123.
The Bombshell That Has Everyone Talking
In a development that has left fans absolutely speechless, multiple sources confirm that the Warriors are among 10-12 teams aggressively pursuing the 7-foot-3 Latvian superstar, setting up what could be the most cutthroat bidding war in recent memory12. The Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors are also desperately scrambling to land the $30 million center who helped deliver Boston's championship12.
"The next order of business in Boston is trading Kristaps Porzingis," sources revealed, confirming what many suspected - the Celtics are ready to blow up their championship roster for financial flexibility1.
Warriors' Master Plan Revealed
The Warriors' interest represents a seismic shift in their championship strategy around the newly-formed Big Three of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green45. After their dramatic turnaround following the Butler trade that propelled them to the second round of the playoffs, Golden State is now all-in on maximizing their championship window6.
Porzingis would instantly solve the Warriors' most glaring weakness - their desperate need for a reliable center who can protect the rim and stretch the floor with three-point shooting23. The Latvian giant represents everything Golden State has been frantically searching for: size, rebounding, rim protection, and elite shooting3.
The High-Stakes Gamble That Could Backfire
The Lakers and Warriors are among the teams to contact the Celtics regarding Kristaps Porziņģis, per @BrettSiegelNBA
“The next order of business in Boston is trading Kristaps Porzingis, sources said. As he enters the final year of his contract, Porzingis has drawn interest from… pic.twitter.com/avNVDUhpFl
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 24, 2025
But this potential blockbuster comes with enormous risks that have executives sweating bullets. Porzingis carries a terrifying injury history that has seen him play more than 57 games just once since his second NBA season3. His mysterious illness last season that kept him out of crucial playoff games remains shrouded in uncertainty3.
The financial mathematics are equally mind-boggling. Porzingis' $30.7 million salary would force the Warriors into salary cap gymnastics that could require involving a third team and potentially sacrificing multiple assets6. The deal would likely need to include Jonathan Kuminga in a sign-and-trade scenario, along with Moses Moody and additional pieces6.
Celtics' Shocking Decision Explained
Boston's willingness to sacrifice their championship center stems from their desperate need to avoid the second luxury tax apron, which would save them over $50 million in tax penalties1. Despite Porzingis playing a crucial role in their title run, the Celtics appear ready to cash in on his trade value before his contract expires2.
The Race Against Time
With Porzingis entering the final year of his deal, teams know this represents their last chance to acquire him without facing a bidding war in free agency. The Warriors' aggressive pursuit signals they're not content with their current roster construction and are willing to make bold moves to compete with the league's elite26.
As the offseason heats up, all eyes will be on whether Golden State can pull off what many consider an impossible trade due to salary constraints, or if a rival franchise will swoop in to steal away their primary target. The basketball world holds its breath as one of the summer's most explosive storylines continues to unfold.