Blockbuster offers are by no means straightforward, and it makes some sense for Golden State to see what it has earlier than any rash choices are made. However in whiffing on PG and Markkanen, the Warriors stored their powder dry. If one other star turns into accessible at a value that is sensible for everybody concerned (Jimmy Butler? Brandon Ingram? Julius Randle?), they’ll craft a compelling provide and, one final time, grow to be a heavyweight contender as soon as once more. Possibly it seems that they don’t want a star. Possibly they’re OK with sacrificing future belongings for an additional intriguing veteran (suppose Bruce Brown Jr., Cameron Johnson, Dorian Finney-Smith, Robert Williams III, or Kyle Kuzma). -via The Ringer / September 5, 2024
