When the Warriors acquired Jimmy Butler in February, it seemed like they had found a solution to all their problems. Within a month, they went from a team struggling to stay in the Play-in race to legitimate contenders. They were on such a roll that Dub Nation almost forgot how bad they were before Jimmy joined, tenth in the West with a 25-26 record. Unfortunately, Stephen Curry’s injury in the Wolves series has emerged as a harsh reminder of their early season struggles.

Ever since Steph suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain in Game 1, the Warriors’ underlying weaknesses have resurfaced. Without their primary superstar leading the charge, they have lost back-to-back games, going down 1-2 in the series. It’s clear that Steve Kerr is having a hard time finding the right rotation for the job. Last night, he played Moses Moody for just three minutes, someone who was a key part of the lineup until a week ago in the Rockets series. The need of a reliable and consistent star to support Jimmy Butler is evident.

If this trend continues, the Warriors’ season could end in this round. In that case, their front office will be under immense pressure to add another star this summer to end Kerr’s headache. Right now, Giannis Antetokounmpo seems like the most obvious choice. Following his third-straight first-round exit and Damian Lillard’s season-ending Achilles injury, many believe Giannis’ days in Milwaukee are numbered, as he will likely seek a trade to join a title contending team. And Joe Lacob has had reported interest in The Greek Freak for a very long time. Although the Big 3 of Giannis, Steph, and Butler sounds lethal, he might not be the solution to Kerr’s problems.

Firstly, because his massive three-year $186 million contract will be too difficult to accommodate and would require the Warriors to give up a ton of their current assets. Secondly, because Giannis is also a paint dominant player quite similar to Butler, and that could lead to fit problems. That’s one of the reasons Jonathan Kuminga fell out of Kerr’s rotation late in the season and during the playoffs. Therefore, Giannis might not be the best fit in the current roster. So, who can the Warriors turn to? Here are four potential targets:

Kevin Durant

Well, when it comes to fit, there might be no better option than Kevin Durant. He already understands the Warriors system and has thrived in it in the past. Of course, KD led them to two championships in 2017 and 2018, fitting perfectly alongside Steph and Draymond. Moreover, Warriors and Suns were even planning to pull off a Durant trade during the February deadline, a discussion that was reportedly shut down by the two-time champ. However, that was before the Warriors acquired Jimmy. The circumstances are a lot different now.

With the Suns failing to make the playoffs, a roster shake up seems imminent. And the best way to do it would be by getting rid of Durant and starting fresh. Although Durant has been linked to the Rockets, the Houston team has shown no formal interest in him. That’s because adding him would require giving up a major chunk of their young core, something they might not be willing to do after the impressive season they just had. Meanwhile, Durant was reportedly excited to join forces with Butler when there were rumors of him joining the Suns via a potential Bradley Beal trade. Of course, KD and Jimmy were teammates during the Rio Olympics and share a solid bond. Now that KD’s departure from Phoenix seems certain, he could revisit the idea of joining forces with Jimmy, Steph, and Draymond once again.

Brook Lopez and Al Horford

While Durant seems like the perfect option, there is one issue. His $54.7 million salary for next season could be a problem for the Warriors. So, they might have to look for options that are a bit easier on their pockets. Brook Lopez and Al Horford come to mind. Well, these playoffs have made it clear that lack of size is the biggest concern for Steve Kerr. Their defense and rim protection are solely reliant on a 6’6 Draymond Green. That’s why Steven Adams and Alperen Sengun were so hard to contain in the first round.

To solve that issue, Dunleavy could make a move for either Lopez or Horford. Both big men’s contracts come to an end this season. Brook just finished a two-year $48 million deal and had another dominant season, averaging 13 points and nearly two blocks. He also shot 37.3% from three, which is great for a seven-footer. Similarly, Al Horford’s two-year $19.5 million contract will also come to an end once the Celtics finish their season. He was also a key contributor in his team’s success, averaging 9 points and over six rebounds. Just like Lopez, Al is also an elite three-point shooter, who shot 36.3% this season.

The bonus is both Centers have won a championship, and know what it takes to reach the mountaintop. Acquiring either of the two bigs will solve the Warriors’ size problem, while adding more perimeter shooting. That too without taking too much cap space.

Myles Turner

The only setback of acquiring either Lopez or Horford could be their age. Brook is 37 years old whereas Al is just a year older. Adding that to an already ageing core of Steph, Jimmy, and Draymond could raise health concerns like they have this season. If the Warriors wish to avoid that concern altogether, they can pursue Pacers star Myles Turner. Yes, Turner is just 29-years-old, in the middle of his prime and could be the perfect addition to the Warriors’ roster.

His contract also comes to an end this season and even the Pacers reportedly want to keep him, but the risk of getting into tax penalty could stop that from happening. According to veteran reporter Brian Windhorst, “They are currently projected to be about $22 million below next season’s luxury tax without Turner, and he’ll probably be looking for a significant raise on his current $19.9 million salary. The Pacers haven’t paid the luxury tax since 2005, and there are no plans to go into it next season, sources said. Keeping Turner is going to require some negotiating and some maneuvering.”

In case they don’t reach an agreement, Turner could be up for grabs this summer. He is one of the most elite young bigs, who averaged 15.6 points and nearly seven rebounds this season. He also averaged 2 blocks and shot 39.6% from deep. At 6’11, Turner sounds like exactly the player who could solve Kerr’s headaches.

Of course, acquiring any of these stars would require Mike Dunleavy to give up some key assets. Last summer, he missed out on multiple trade opportunities because he was unwilling to let go of his young core. But considering how that decision turned out in the playoffs, he might not hesitate in trading them this summer. So, players like Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, and Jonathan Kuminga could all get traded for a better star.

The only two players likely untouchable are Steph and Butler. Who do you think the Warriors should pursue this offseason?