Mavericks showing interest in buy-low Warriors forward

The Dallas Mavericks have reportedly expressed interest in trading for Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins.

Warriors reporter Anthony Slater of The Athletic recently appeared on  the "HoopsHype Podcast with Michael Scotto." The two NBA insiders discussed several Warriors topics – including the trade market for Wiggins.

Scotto said that the Mavericks have “always liked him” and are currently in the process of looking for an upgrade at the small forward position.

Slater corroborated the Mavs as a potential suitor, stating that the “Dallas rumblings have been out there.” The Mavs were already linked to Wiggins earlier this month and appear to remain interested in his services.

Slated added that Wiggins may be seen by several other teams as a buy-low candidate as Golden State may simply want to get rid of him. Wiggins is currently in the first year of a 4-year, $109 million extension that lasts through the 2026-27 season.

After making the All-Star team during the 2021-22 campaign, Wiggins has seen his production fall off a cliff this season. The 28-year-old is averaging 12.0 points and 1.5 assists per game on shooting splits of 42.7% from the field and 29.5% from the three-point line – all career lows.

There have also been reports about the Warriors’ frustration with Wiggins’ lack of conditioning.

Wiggins’ play has deteriorated for Golden State ever since he went through a personal issue that plagued him for a good portion of last season. Even a year later, the former No. 1 overall pick has yet to bounce back – and may be trade-bound.