With a 21-21 record, the Golden State Warriors are expected to be active ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline. While a move isn't guaranteed, Warriors fans should expect Mike Dunleavy Jr. to be proactive in researching potential upgrades and the cost of bringing them to the franchise.

Although the Warriors fill trade rumors with their mentions, they haven't fired on a move involving star players. When Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. traded for Dennis Schroder, the Warriors received a second-round pick in addition from the veteran point guard.

Golden State has a wealth of tradeable assets. If the right player becomes available, Mike Dunleavy Jr. could create an enticing package built around young, high-upside talent and interesting future draft picks. However, given the Warriors ' current roster, it's hard to ascertain which direction the front office wants to take.

Stephen Curry wants to see the Golden State Warriors improve sooner rather than later. However, with the NBA trade deadline three weeks away, the two-time MVP cautioned against making any rash moves that could jeopardize the organization’s long-term future.

TNT's Inside the NBA is more entertainment than analysis, and that's fine. However, Houston Rockets legend Kenny "The Jet" Smith" attempts to provide slight nuance and a touch of Xs and Os with the weekly "Pictures" segments. However, Smith's recent bold strategy for the Golden State Warriors made for a perplexing take.

After the Golden State Warriors defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-115, Stephen Curry spoke after the game and made his expectations clear. He told reporters that anyone who expects him to be happy being on an average team doesn't know him well enough at all.

Curry has been stellar this season, but the Warriors continue to fall short. Many fans would be surprised if the Warriors do not make a significant move ahead of the trade deadline, but Curry is

Golden State's ownership and front office are reluctant to mortgage the future with an all-in trade, and surprisingly, Curry is on board.

Still, Curry doesn't want to see panic. And he echoed a sentiment that general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr., coach Steve Kerr and star forward Draymond Green have been saying since training camp ...

Golden State has a wealth of tradeable assets. As such, they're well-positioned to get involved in any potential trade for a star-level player. According to ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk, that's why the Warriors veteran trio would rather the front office remain patient rather than jump into negotiations for an aging star like Jimmy Butler.

For the last few years, the Warriors have operated in wait-and-see mode. Blessed by having Curry in his prime (or at least on the early decline) the Dubs have been able to sweat the small stuff of the NBA — luxury tax avoidance, draft-pick management, two-way contracts, founding a women’s team.