The Golden State Warriors didn't trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo before the deadline, but that wasn't because of a lack of trying. They pivoted to Kristaps Porziu0146u0121is instead, who they hope will be ready to play after the All-Star break. The fact that he was their prize deadline acquisition should tell fans what they already knew, and what the front office doesn't want to admit.
Mike Dunleavy said after the trade deadline that he believes the team is "trending in the right direction." Expecting him to say otherwise would be silly, but still. No one truly believes that.
At this point, Golden State will be lucky to make it past the play-in tournament, and if that happens, it would be a miracle to make it past the first round.