Setting the Stage for 2017
While working on the Proving Ground pieces for Harrison Barnes and Festus Ezeli, I realized it would be worthwhile to paint the picture for Golden State's 2017 too. The possibility of Kevin Durant or Al Horford...
Proving Ground: Harrison Barnes
After winning their first championship in forty years, the Warriors and their fans deserved to take some time and soak in the moment. With training camp less than a month away, it is time to shift our atten...
Proving Ground: Festus Ezeli
This will be the first in a new series where I lay out the situation for a Warrior with more on the line this season. There may be no better place to start than Mr. Ezeli.
Festus Ezeli is at a fascinating cr...
2016: The Early Lay of the Land
By keeping Draymond Green (especially at less than his max), drafting Kevon Looney and saving on their luxury tax bill by swapping David Lee for Jason Thompson without giving up substantial assets, Bob Myers an...
Analyzing the Gerald Wallace for Jason Thompson Swap
The Warriors have effectively turned David Lee into Jason Thompson, assuming the “draft consideration” ends up being the pick swap that has been reported (basically, the Warriors end up with the worst choice of...
A Kevon Looney Scouting Report
When the Warriors drafted Kevon Looney, it was exciting for me because not only did they make the selection instead of using the pick to save money, they drafted someone I was familiar with.
Background:
Kevon...
What to Expect From The Warriors | Offseason Preview
While we do not know for sure at this time, the actions by the Warriors’ front office over the last week have certainly made it appear more likely that they can and will go deep into the luxury tax for the ...
The Alternate Side: Cavs Writer Gives Outlook On Warriors
Jun 16, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) shakes hands with Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the fourth quarter of game six of the NBA Finals at Quick...