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Warriors front office considers trading Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:48 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Warriors front office considers trading Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis
Summary

During summer league activities in Las Vegas, a faction within the Golden State Warriors' front office advocated for a trade that would send Jimmy Butler to the team in exchange for Anthony Davis. Concerns regarding Davis's injury history and his desire for a contract extension ultimately led the team to retain its current roster. The decision arrives after LeBron James opted to join the Philadelphia 76ers, leaving the Warriors to contemplate missed opportunities.

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  • •Some Warriors executives pushed for a Butler for Davis trade.
  • •Concerns over Davis's injuries influenced the decision to stay pat.
  • •The discussion arose during summer league in Las Vegas.
  • •LeBron James's choice to join the 76ers prompted reflection from the Warriors.
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  • 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Some in Warriors front office pushed to trade Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis
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Some in Warriors front office pushed to trade Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis

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