Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors What's next for the Warriors?
Apr 18, 2024
Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater discuss the Warriors' future, including the decline of the dynasty, the need for a secondary scorer alongside Curry, the hunt for a key player, Clay's performances, rookie player rotation, lineup adjustments, and player aspirations.
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End of Warriors' Dominance
- The Warriors' 2022 title felt like the true end of their dominance due to injuries and an uncertain future.
- Even at full strength this year, they finished low with a 10th seed, signaling a clear decline from their dynasty days.
Need a Strong No. 2 Player
- Stephen Curry can still lead a title team but likely needs a stronger No. 2 player alongside him.
- Clay Thompson or Andrew Wiggins can't fill that second-best player role to push the team over the top.
Rim Protector and Playmaker Needed
- The Warriors lacked a true secondary playmaker or scorer to relieve Stephen Curry's burden.
- Adding a quality rim protector and ball-handler could shift the team's competitiveness even if it doesn't vault them past top teams.