The Golden State Warriors need to make a trade to open a roster spot and clear salary space to upgrade Pat Spencer's two-way contract to a standard contract.
It was supposed to be another night of celebration for the Golden State Warriors. You know the script by now: the team is in a dogfight, they need a hero, and number 30 steps up to do things we’ve never seen before.
The margin for error just collapsed in Golden State, and it happened at the worst possible time. With the trade deadline looming and the Western Conference tightening by the day, the Warriors suddenly find themselves operating without flexibility, leverage, or clarity.
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have lost five games in a row for the first time this season. If nothing else, a quick turnaround will prevent the team from dwelling on the skid.
Stephen Curry finished with 26 points and seven assists and the Golden State Warriors pulled away for a 111-85 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.
In the wake of the NBA postponing the Golden State Warriors-Minnesota Timberwolves game due to the killing of 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti at the hands of federal immigration officers, coach Steve Kerr spoke to the media about the ongoing situation.
Fifth-year forward Jonathan Kuminga underwent an MRI on Friday which revealed he has a bone bruise in his left knee, the Warriors announced in a press release (Twitter link).
The Warriors are adjusting to life without Jimmy Butler, but do not expect a panic move. Golden State is expected to explore roster tweaks after Butler’s season-ending ACL tear, yet there is no indication the franchise is gearing up for another blockbuster.
The Golden State Warriors are reportedly interested in reuniting with an old friend. Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga became eligible to be traded last week and wasted little time submitting a formal trade request.