NBA Trade Rumor: Golden State Warriors Eye $ 158.2 million Pelicans Star as Saucy Backup Plan If Kevin Durant Agreement falls through | NBA News

Brandon Ingram (Image via Getty)

The Golden State Warriors have made waves on the NBA trading market, with all attention focused on acquiring Phoenix Suns Superstar Kevin Durant. As rumors intensify, the possibility of Durant leaving Phoenix, more likely, although Suns can eventually decide to hold on to their four-time scoring champion for another playoffs.
While the Golden State Warriors are pushing hard to land Durant, new reports suggest that the team has a backup plan in place if their persecution falls short. According to NBA -Insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, the Golden State has begun to explore the opportunity to act for New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram.
With the most important NBA players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James, joining Lakers and De’Aaron Fox, joining Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio, Warriors’ search is to find a reliable sidekick for Steph Curry only grown more urgent. Golden State has reportedly shown interest in stars such as Miami Heats Jimmy Butler, but Brandon Ingram has become an exciting other option.

Kevin Durant is a serious trade interest for Warriors (image via Getty Images)

As NBA Insider Tristi Rodriguez from NBC Sports explains, “If these persecutions fall short, Warriors appear to have a backup plan.” The Golden State Warriors’ interest in Brandon Ingram stems from his impressive plays despite a challenging season for the Pelicans. Despite injuries limiting his performance, Ingram has an average of an average of 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists this season, demonstrating his ability to contribute at a high level.
As a 27-year-old, Ingram has already established himself as a dynamic goal scorer who has earned the 2020 Most Improved Player Award and become an all-star. His scoring style combined with his 6-foot-8 frame has often drawn comparisons with Durant’s style of play, making him an appealing opportunity for Golden State.
Golden State Warriors’ potential deal for Brandon Ingram is likely to involve key players such as Andrew Wiggins, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody and Draft Picks. With their eyes on ensuring a significant talent, Warriors may be able to turn to New Orleans as a viable backup option, ensuring that the team remains competitive even if the Durant trade is not realized.
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Tell us in the comments what your opinion of this possible trade, where the $ 158 million New Orleans Pelicans StarBrandon Ingram, acts as a backup plan for Warriors if they don’t land Kevin Durant.