The Spurs, much like the Mavs, might prefer to add to their young core with the second overall pick rather than juggle the salaries of Giannis, Victor Wembanyama, and De'Aaron Fox. The Rockets, as well, might not want to include Amen Thompson or Reed Sheppard in a deal.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have Anthony Edwards. The Golden State Warriors do not. Sometimes, it's just that simple. The Wolves, led by Edwards' 30 points and five assists, beat the Dubs 117-110 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the semifinals of the Western Conference playoffs.

Former New York Post writer and TV pundit Peter Vecsey tells the Bay Area News Group: “I (expletive) hate injuries.”

The Golden State Warriors still have their attention focused on the NBA Playoffs and a second-round series with the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, that should not keep their front office from keeping tabs on what's going on around the NBA.

Coach Steve Kerr, Warriors will try to find space and pace if injured Curry can’t play against Minnesota in Game 5.

Anthony Edwards leads Timberwolves to 3-1 series lead, proving too much of a challenge for Steve Kerr and the Warriors.

Road teams are having an uncommonly strong run in the playoffs this year and wreaking havoc in the second round of the postseason.