Golden State would love to select Chinese forward Yi Jianlian, according to league sources, but the Warriors need an unlikely and major jump from their current 18th slot.

Yi, a consensus lottery pick, could go as high as No. 3 and isn't expected to get past the Bulls at No. 9.

"They're trying," one source said of the Warriors' springboard attempts. "But I don't know if they're going to get there."

A reported deal involving guard Monta Ellis for Atlanta's 11th pick was rejected by the Warriors on Tuesday. Golden State also is believed to have dismissed the notion of moving Jason Richardson for an even higher pick.

Mullin said last week that he was prepared to make a move should the right scenario arise. He also reiterated that the team wouldn't sacrifice its fast style of play to fill an area of need.

"We'll look at all different avenues and scenarios," he said.

Should the Warriors stay at No. 18, indications are that they could gamble on Sean Williams, a troubled but highly regarded forward from Boston College.