NBA Buyout Rumors: Golden State Warriors flirt with $21.5 million Atlanta Hawks forward as secret weapon for Stephen Curry’s playoff dreams

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Feb 10, 2025, 03:40 IST

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The Golden State Warriors are eyeing Larry Nance Jr. from the Atlanta Hawks to strengthen their roster for the playoffs. Despite the Hawks' reluctance to let go of him, Nance's versatility and skills make him an enticing option. With Nance's impressive stats and valuable attributes, the Warriors are hopeful for a potential acquisition to aid their title pursuit.

NBA Buyout Rumors: Golden State Warriors flirt with $21.5 million Atlanta Hawks forward as secret weapon for Stephen Curry’s playoff dreams

The Golden State Warriors, fresh off a blockbuster trade for Jimmy Butler, are now shifting their focus to the buyout market to strengthen their roster for a playoff push. One name that has surfaced as a potential target is former Los Angeles Lakers forward Larry Nance Jr., who could provide much-needed depth and versatility to the Warriors�?frontcourt.
Nance, currently with the Atlanta Hawks, has been a reliable role player throughout his career. The 32-year-old forward could be an ideal fit alongside Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors�?core. However, acquiring him might not be straightforward.
“Of all the players in this list, Larry Nance Jr. is the most unlikely player to reach the buyout market,�?/span> wrote Jedd Pagaduan of Clutch Points. “The Atlanta Hawks are huge fans of Nance, and they have reportedly been rebuffing trade overtures for him. Thus, it's not looking possible for the Golden State Warriors to bring him in.�?/span>

Jimmy Butler in Golden State Warriors (Image via Youtube:Chaz NBA)

Despite the challenges, Larry Nance Jr’s skill set makes him a tantalizing option for Golden State. Standing at 6-foot-8, he brings a combination of athleticism, defensive versatility, and a reliable three-point shot. This season, he’s averaging 8.2 points and 4.3 rebounds per game while shooting an impressive 50.7% from the field and 46.4% from beyond the arc. His ability to excel in pick-and-roll situations and contribute as a high-energy reserve could address some of the Warriors�?weaknesses.
“Nance profiles as such an ideal get for the Golden State Warriors �?a versatile big man who can get up for lobs, shoot the occasional three, and has such high basketball IQ, not to mention the fact that he's been such a welcome locker room presence everywhere he goes,�?/span> Pagaduan added.
The Hawks' unwillingness to let go of Nance makes things more difficult, but the Warriors should not lose hope. Larry Nance Jr might be the missing component to improve Golden State's chances of winning a title if he is made available through a buyout. For the time being, the Warriors need to look at other possibilities while monitoring the constantly shifting buyout market.
Also read: NBA Buyout Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers eye $42 million Utah Jazz guard to boost playoff hopes with Doncic-James duo

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