This is how the Warriors could sign Domantas Sabonis
The Lithuanian center has a limited market due to his salary and tactical fit, but the Golden State Warriors have the necessary context to face his signing.
The project in Sacramento Kings is doomed, and its big stars will hit the market. NBA rumors about various players keep multiplying, with Domantas Sabonis being the most significant. So far, the franchise with the most chances to secure the services of the Lithuanian is the Golden State Warriors.
The divorce between two parties that seemed to be linked long-term is inevitable. Sacramento Kings is a real disaster and is headed for a total reconstruction where its stars will leave the team. Domantas Sabonis faces challenges both in terms of salary, with the $45.5 million signed until 2028, and tactically, due to his defensive weaknesses. This makes it necessary for a team with great interior defenders to pursue his signing.
Golden State Warriors are ready to make a huge effort to sign the Lithuanian. The San Francisco team is aware that they need a top-tier player who can contribute in rebounds and points, complementing the perimeter magic of Curry, Butler, and the supporting cast. Having Draymond Green, one of the best defenders in the NBA, would allow Domantas Sabonis to focus on his rebounding and offensive tasks without compromising the team's defensive performance.
The Kings and Warriors, who had dialogue around Jonathan Kuminga, are widely expected to pick up talks again ahead of the deadline around a bigger framework.
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) November 23, 2025
Golden State can build a compelling package around Kuminga, Moses Moody, Buddy Hield for Domantas Sabonis and Keon Ellis. pic.twitter.com/vBs92nMsJx
A trade package consisting of Kuminga, Moody, and Hield would be enough to sign Sabonis, accompanied by Ellis. It would be an interesting yet risky proposal, losing a significant perimeter threat for the Golden State Warriors who would need to rely on a strong pick-and-roll connection between Curry and the Lithuanian center. It will be interesting to see if the Bay Area franchise goes for this move or takes a more conservative approach.
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