Warriors reportedly explored Jaren Jackson Jr. trade before Jazz deal

Anthony Slater reported the Warriors explored acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. at last season's trade deadline before Memphis instead sent him to Utah for three first-round picks, two former firsts, Kyle Anderson and Georges Niang.

It's unclear how serious Golden State's pursuit actually got, or whether it could have matched Utah's offer.

Jackson Jr. MEM → UTA

+ 3 reports from 2 outlets

Yahoo Sports · 3 Sept 2026Slater: Warriors also sniffed around Jaren Jackson Jr. before Utah trade

Heavy · 2 Sept 2026Warriors' pursuit of Jaren Jackson Jr. fell short before Jazz trade

Yahoo Sports · 2 Sept 2026Warriors reportedly explored Jaren Jackson Jr. trade before Jazz deal

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