Poole was traded from the Warriors to the Wizards on Thursday in exchange for Chris Paul, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
In addition to Poole, the Wizards will receive a protected first-rounder in 2030 and a second-rounder in 2027. Poole's role with the Warriors steadily increased over the past few seasons, and he averaged 20.4 points, 4.5 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 30.0 minutes per game last season despite starting in just 47 of 82 appearances. The 24-year-old should have an opportunity to take on more of a leading role for the new-look Wizards, who have traded Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis in the days leading up to Thursday's NBA Draft.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Struggles again in victory
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Poole closed Wednesday's 121-106 win over the Lakers in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 11 points (5-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt), one rebound and four assists across 23 minutes.
While Poole was certainly better than his previous performance, his production Wednesday was still not up to scratch. Despite the victory, the Warriors are going to need Poole to get things going on the offensive end, be it in this series or the next, depending on the end result.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Strong performance off bench
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Poole registered 21 points (7-15 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 117-112 loss to the Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Poole was sharp and efficient all game long, but his ill-advised deep three with 10 seconds left soured his Game 1 performance. Either way, it was a nice bounce-back outing after he totaled just 15 points over the final two matchups of the opening-round series. Golden State will likely need similar offensive production from Poole moving forward, but maybe more importantly, they need him to play better defense on Dennis Schroder and D'Angelo Russell, who both scored 19 points Tuesday.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Back to bench
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Poole isn't starting Sunday's Game 7 against the Kings, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
After a major letdown at home in Game 6, the Warriors are reverting back to their standard starting lineup of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green and Kevon Looney. In his two games off the bench this series, Poole has averaged 10.5 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 19.0 minutes per game.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Starting against Kings
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Poole (ankle) will start Game 4 against the Kings on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Poole was tabbed probable for this contest and will keep his starting role, as Draymond Green will come off the bench for the first time since the 2014 NBA Playoffs. Poole scored 16 points while adding five rebounds, four assists and three steals as a starter in Game 3.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Tabbed probable for Game 4
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Poole is probable for Sunday's game against the Kings due to a sprained left ankle.
Poole played through the injury in Games 2 and 3 and even drew the start for Game 3 with Draymond Green suspended. Given his probable tag and 28 minutes of action last time out, fantasy managers should expect Poole to suit up. However, he will likely handle a smaller role Sunday with Green back in action.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Solid in spot start
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Poole contributed 16 points (4-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, four assists and three steals in 28 minutes during Thursday's 114-97 win over the Kings in Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
Poole slid into the starting lineup Thursday, replacing Draymond Green, who was out due to a league suspension. Despite going just 4-of-13 from the floor, Poole still managed to put together a productive evening. Green will return for Game 4, meaning Poole will likely return to the bench.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Gets starting nod
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Poole will start Game 3 versus the Kings on Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Poole will take the spot in the first unit vacated by Draymond Green (suspension) on Thursday. Although he saw only 16 minutes of action in Game 2 and is dealing with a lingering ankle injury, it appears that Poole is headed toward a large workload considering Gary Payton's (illness) absence and Poole's starting role.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Receives green light
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Poole (ankle) will play in Thursday's Game 3 against Sacramento, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.
Poole was initially tabbed questionable for the contest after playing through a sprained left ankle in Monday's Game 2 loss but will give it a go Thursday. Though he was active for Game 2, Poole saw just 16 minutes of action and shot 1-for-7 on field goals. With the Warriors down 2-0 in the series and Draymond Green suspended, Golden State will likely need a better outing from Poole on Thursday.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Questionable Thursday
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Poole (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's Game 3 versus Sacramento.
Poole played through the ankle issue in Game 2, but he logged only 16 minutes off the bench and went 1-for-7 from the floor. He's yet to miss a game this season, so he'll likely continue to power through, though he could again have a limited role in Game 3.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Plays just 16 minutes
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Poole (ankle) recorded four points (1-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's 114-106 loss to Sacramento in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
Poole came into the contest listed as questionable due to an ankle injury, but he was cleared for action. However, he saw just 16 minutes and struggled mightily from the field. With Gary Payton emerging as Golden State's best option to guard De'Aaron Fox, Poole's role in the series may remain limited.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Available to play
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Poole (ankle) will be available to play in Monday's Game 2 versus the Kings, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Poole tweaked his ankle during Saturday's Game 1 loss, but he will push through the pain and get out there for Game 2. Poole finished Game 1 with 17 points, one rebound, three assists, two triples, one block and one turnover across 22 minutes.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Questionable for Game 2
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Poole (ankle) is questionable for Game 2 of the Western Conference First Round against the Kings on Monday.
Poole didn't miss any regular-season games this year, but he rolled his ankle during Saturday's loss to Sacramento. If he's unavailable for Game 2, Donte DiVincenzo and Gary Payton could see some increased run.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Efficient from field Sunday
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Poole finished Sunday's 157-101 victory over the Trail Blazers with 21 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes.
The Warriors scored 55 points in the first quarter, and while Poole has always been the main scoring threat off the bench, he logged only 17 minutes with the coaching staff opting to rest him ahead of the playoffs. Poole operated all year long as Golden State's sixth man and routinely started when some regulars were out, resulting in a career-best regular season with averages of 20.4 points, 4.5 assists and 2.7 rebounds per contest across 82 appearances (43 starts).
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Scores 30 points in start
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Poole accumulated 30 points (8-19 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 9-11 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 136-125 win over the Thunder.
With Klay Thompson (back) out, Poole drew his first start since March 9 and scored at least 30 points for the 13th time this season. Since the start of March, the Michigan product has started just four of his 18 appearances, averaging 19.8 points, 4.3 assists and 2.4 rebounds with 42/35/89 shooting splits.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Receives starting nod
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Poole will join the first unit for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Poole steps into the two-guard spot vacated by Klay Thompson (back), who will sit out the contest. He is joined by Stephen Curry, Anthony Lamb, Jonathan Kuminga and Draymond Green in the starting lineup. Poole has scored 20 or more points in three of his last seven starts and has averaged 4.0 assists over that span.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Barrage from deep against Spurs
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Poole closed Friday's 130-115 victory over the Spurs with 27 points (8-17 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in 27 minutes.
Poole wasn't shy about launching from beyond the arc Friday, matching his season-high attempts from beyond the arc while converting just under half of them en route to his 27 points. He's attempted double-digit threes on 26 occasions this season, so he's no stranger to the three-point line. Poole has topped 20 points in four-straight games and has added four steals and two blocks over the last three games. He should continue to be a primary source of second-unit scoring down the stretch and into the playoffs.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Good to go against Pelicans
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Poole (wrist) is available for Tuesday's game versus New Orleans.
Poole has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday with left wrist soreness. He is averaging 18.8 points, 4.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 28.4 minutes across his last 10 outings.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Nursing wrist issue
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Poole is considered probable for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans due to left wrist soreness, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
It's unclear as to when this injury popped up, but Poole's status will be worth monitoring heading into Tuesday's action. The team should have a better idea of his availability following morning shootaround and pregame warmups.
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Warriors' Jordan Poole: Leads team with 27 points
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Poole closed with 27 points (8-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 99-96 loss to the Timberwolves.
Poole picked up the slack offensively from the bench for the second straight game. He followed up a superb 33-point effort against the Sixers with another high scoring total. Poole's numbers are generally less predictable in a reserve role, but he's most effective off the bench when the team's top scoring options falter. Donte DiVincenzo was completely ineffective in Sunday's loss, and Poole provided offensive punch to fill the gap.
