The news of Klay Thompson tearing his right Achilles tendon, which all but assures he will miss a second straight full season, sent shockwaves through Dub Nation. The entire Warriors fanbase was obviously devastated. But apart from Thompson himself, it’s possible that no one was taking this news harder than his backcourt mate Stephen Curry.
Read MoreLess than a week ago, the Golden State Warriors seemed to have a fairly set starting lineup. The Splash Brothers would return to the backcourt together, along with Andrew Wiggins on the wing, Draymond Green at power forward and Marquese Chriss at center. The draft, and any other offseason moves, would be designed to increase depth and bolster a somewhat shaky bench.
Read MoreAfter what felt like the longest NBA season on record that ended, the league is undergoing a quick turnaround as it turns the page towards the 2020-2021 season. With the trade window open and underway beginning on Monday, the 2020 NBA Draft will commence Wednesday night, and the Golden State Warriors will be one of the influential teams to watch as they hold the second overall pick.
Read MoreWhile the NBA recently concluded the 2019-2020 season in Orlando, for the Golden State Warriors and its fans the start of their season is just around the corner. The future of Golden State will be impacted on the night of November 18th, when the Warriors will make a decision with the second overall pick in the NBA Draft in selecting one of the top prospects or choosing to trade the selection for additional assets. But draft night is just one piece of the puzzle.
Read MoreThe Warriors have returned to practice with a minicamp, and although Stephen Curry is not participating, the news surrounding his own workout regimen appears to be positive.
Curry missed most of the shortened 2019-2020 season, appearing in just five of the team’s 65 games due to a broken bone in his left hand. Golden State’s poor record in his absence meant that he didn’t need to rush back for a playoff push, and as the offseason continues to get longer for the Warriors, Curry has even more time to make sure he is in the best physical condition possible while also working on his game.
Read MoreGolden State is relishing in the offseason, using the added time to recharge, get healthy, and refocus on reminding the rest of the league what awaits them when the Warriors return back to the court. After five straight NBA Finals appearances, with the total number of added playoff games amounting to an extra season worth of playing time, perhaps there’s a silver lining in Golden State taking some time off.
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