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Warriors vindicated for dealing championship forward after latest trade rumors

No one is doubting Andrew Wiggins as a valuable NBA player, but the veteran forward's involvement in recent trade rumors proves the problem that vindicates the Golden State Warriors' decision to move on from him in February's blockbuster Jimmy Butler trade.

Wiggins is a good but not great NBA player, meaning the Miami Heat are now in the position of looking to upgrade from former No. 1 overall pick if the opportunity arises, much like the Warriors ultimately did last season.

Warriors vindicated for moving on from Andrew Wiggins last season

Wiggins is still very much the same player that rebuilt his reputation following his arrival at the Warriors in 2020.