With their interest in Jimmy Butler having reportedly dwindled over recent weeks, it appears the Golden State Warriors are unlikely to make a significant blockbuster trade before the February 6 deadline.

Not only are the Warriors increasingly unlikely to pursue Butler (according to The Athletic), but they’re also reportedly not in the market for New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion

riors should reconsider trade stance on Zion Williamson

According to ESPN’s Marc J. Spears during an episode of NBA Today earlier in the week, the Warriors don’t appear prepared to take a risk on the former number one overall pick despite their desire for a big man.

“I also did hear that Zion’s not on the (Warriors) radar. Which, I know others might feel differently, but probably a good thing,” Spears said. “Because with Zion, you just don’t know what you’re going to get and when he’s going to be healthy, and ing $36.7 million this season as the second of a five-year, $197.2 million contract. The 24-year-old has appeared in just seven games this season, played less than 30 games in three of his first five games, and was most recently suspended for being late to a team flight after a string of issues that didn’t reach team standards.

The risks with Williamson are palpable, but with risk comes opportunity. Perhaps the Pelicans are becoming sick of the controversy surrounding the young forward and his work ethic, professionalism and inability to ultimately stay on the floor.

Now would be a perfect buy-low opportunity for Golden State or another rival team to try and steal Williamson at a price that belies his on-court talent — he averages 24.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.2 assists on nearly 60% shooting throughout his career.