Bam Adebayo, A’ja Wilson Golden State takeover relayed by insider
About the potential pairing of stars in multiple leagues Bam Adebayo and Aja Wilson emerged as the script to follow for Golden Stateaccording to a recent ClutchPoints report by NBA insider Brett Siegel.
In his latest piece, Siegel described how Golden State Warriors‘ the decision to preserve long-term assets has positioned the franchise to act aggressively in the upcoming offseason. While Giannis Antetokounmpo remains a speculative target around the league, Siegel suggested several alternate star paths that could reshape Golden State’s future, including the possibility of Adebayo becoming available via trade.
“As a result of retaining their assets, the Warriors can now be aggressive again come time for the offseason,” Siegel wrote. “Does this mean another pursuit of Giannis? Maybe, but what happens if other stars like Karl-Anthony Towns or Kawhi Leonard become available? Maybe the Cleveland Cavaliers want to trade Jarrett Allen, or maybe even Bam Adebayo asks for a trade from Miami Heat.”
Siegel noted that Golden State has previously expressed interest in Adebayo and that the center maintains a strong relationship with Jimmy Butler, further fueling speculation about his long-term future in Miami.
“After all, Adebayo is a player the Warriors have been interested in over the past year, as we’ve reported on ClutchPoints, and he still has a strong connection with Butler,” Siegel wrote. “Adebayo is certainly a player that Warriors fans should have in their backs, especially with Lacob also in possession.” Golden State Valkyries to the WNBA and wanting to be aggressive in my pursuit of superstar talent soon.”
Valkyries’ free agency A’ja Wilson fuels speculation of Bam Adebayo for Warriors

That overlapping ownership introduces a broader possibility that includes Wilson, the Las Vegas Aces star and four-time WNBA MVP, who is expected to be one of the most sought-after free agents in the women’s league. Siegel reported that Wilson is a key target for Joe Lacob and the expansion Golden State Valkyries.
“Aja Wilson, the four-time WNBA MVP, will be a key free agent target for Lacob and the Valkyries, sources said,” Siegel wrote. “Why should this matter to the Warriors? Well, Wilson and Adebayo have been together for years. For these two to become the face of both Golden State franchises is definitely something to watch.”
Adebayo, 28, is in his ninth NBA season and continues to lead Miami’s frontcourt. It is through 47 games an average of 18.3 points9.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and one steal per game while shooting 44.6 percent from the field and 34.2 percent from three-point range in 31.3 minutes per game.
Wilson, 29, recently completed her eighth professional season after that with 23.4 points10.2 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 2.3 blocks and 1.6 steals per game. In 40 games, she shot 50.5 percent from the field and 42.4 percent from beyond the arc, averaging 31.2 minutes.
For now, Adebayo remains focused on Miami’s playoff offense. The The game (28-27) is eighth in the Eastern Conference standings and open a two-game road trip Wednesday night against the New Orleans Pelicans (15-40) at 8:00 PM ET.
Golden State (29-25) also holds the eighth seed in the Western Conference and continues a four-game homestand Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs (36-16) at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN.
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