The Golden State Warriors made a seismic trade on Thursday, leaving many fans flummoxed by their decision to deal young guard Jordan Poole as part of a package for 12-time All-Star Chris Paul.
On the surface, moving a 24-year-old explosive guard for a 38-year-old, injury-plagued one is undoubtedly a controversial move. However, new General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the Warrior front office are clearly putting faith in Paul’s history as one of the greatest point-guards of all-time.