Trade Explanation This trade is designed to help every team achieve its goals, both in the short and long term. The Golden State Warriors acquire Anthony Davis to pair him with Stephen Curry and build a true championship frontcourt. It also makes it easier to pursue LeBron James, reuniting LeBron with Davis. In addition, Davis no longer wants to play power forward full-time and prefers playing center, a role the Warriors can offer him. The Philadelphia 76ers acquire Jimmy Butler, Cam Whitmore and Justin Champagnie. Philadelphia prefers Butler because his contract is expiring, unlike Paul George's, giving the team more financial flexibility going forward. Whitmore and Champagnie are included because the 76ers need more depth and athleticism off the bench. The Washington Wizards receive Paul George, two first-round picks, two pick swaps, and four second-round picks. They move on from Cam Whitmore and Justin Champagnie because they don't project to have consistent minutes in the rotation. The main value of the deal, however, is the large collection of draft assets, which fits the Wizards' long-term rebuilding plan. Overall, the trade gives the Warriors a stronger chance to compete for a championship, provides the 76ers with more roster flexibility and better bench depth, and allows the Wizards to continue building for the future through valuable draft capital.