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.
It's not a guarantee that the Golden State Warriors will trade Jonathan Kuminga by the Feb. 5 trade deadline, but it's still the likeliest conclusion to this saga.
The Golden State Warriors are just about the only team in the NBA that has remained largely unchanged for the last decade. Their core of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson won four championships together, so it’s no surprise the franchise sought out continuity.
Stephen Curry didn’t want any “existential thoughts” following Jimmy Butler’s season-ending injury. The Warriors are still trying to emotionally recoup from losing one of their core stars.
After leaving Thursday’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks early with an injury to his knee and ankle, Jonathan Kuminga will miss Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves with knee soreness.
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.
Jordan Poole was unexpectedly reminded of one of the most infamous moments of his NBA career after a kid bluntly brought up his past altercation with Draymond Green.
The Golden State Warriors appear to be in a difficult situation. Two back-to-back losses don’t directly spell the end of the world, but Jimmy Butler, an integral piece to their machine, has suffered a torn ACL.
Steve Kerr is not having a particularly merry time with the Golden State Warriors at the moment. As the team is dealing with significant inconsistencies on the court, things off it have been quite rocky, too.
The Golden State Warriors just cannot seem to get things right this season. While they had won four games in a row, the Warriors once again slumped to a two-game losing streak against the Toronto Raptors and the Dallas Mavericks.
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.
The loss of Jimmy Butler has hit hard in Golden State. According to The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, the Warriors loved what they were building with Butler alongside Stephen Curry, and his season-ending ACL tear has been emotionally difficult for the team.
Some rumors and some ideas will simply never end. In 15 years, Canon Curry will be shooting 55% from deep for the Golden State Warriors, and various reporters will be mentioning the team’s desire to trade for LeBron James or Giannis Antetokounmpo to pair with the third generation shooter.
The Warriors are keeping their options open as the February 5 trade deadline approaches. But one name continues to hover over everything. Jonathan Kuminga remains the trade chip, and league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line that finding a workable Kuminga deal is a priority.
The very injury-prone Jimmy Butler is done for the season due to a torn ACL on Monday night during a 135-112 win over the Miami Heat. Before the season-ending setback, Butler played a total of 38 games, averaging 20 points, 5.6 rebounds and 4.9 assists while shooting 51.9% from the field.
Something has to go right for either the Golden State Warriors or the Minnesota Timberwolves. On Saturday, one of those teams will find a bright spot in a dreary stretch.
The Golden State Warriors have long been rumored to be interested in Giannis Antetokounmpo, and as the Bucks continue to struggle this season, it's becoming more likely that he will be dealt this offseason.
The Golden State Warriors could be a team that is ready to make moves before the deadline, and it makes perfect sense as to why. With Jimmy Butler out for the remainder of the season, it will be imperative for them to find quality wing depth.
The Golden State Warriors look lifeless after Jimmy Butler's season-ending torn ACL. They could use a jolt of size, athleticism and scoring punch. Someone like Miles Bridges can provide that.
The Golden State Warriors have faced many ups and downs this season. They’d have liked a better record, but their 25-21 tally (eighth in West) means they have built some space for a big run.
The Golden State Warriors dynasty appears to be entering its final stretch, with time, injuries, and uncertainty all converging at once. Stephen Curry is now 37, approaching 38, and while his game has aged gracefully, the margin for error around him has grown razor-thin.
Golden State is not a championship-contending team right now, even with Stephen Curry averaging 27.1 points per game on 46.8 percent shooting from the floor.
The contracts of Golden State Warriors stars Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green all expire after the 2026-27 season. Some of the Warriors' assistant coaches think their head coach won't even be around that long.