What does the future hold for the Warriors? After a season full of uncertainties, Curry once again proved himself with his solid performance and won the key player of the regular season award. But things aren't that simple, and a statement from the owner has the Warriors' tomorrow full of unknowns.
First of all, let's talk about Curry, this buddy's performance is simply immortal. Think about it, he shot 45.7% from three-point range and 95.1% from the free-throw line throughout the season. However, the team's overall performance was like a broken boat, with a serious water leak, and it didn't even catch the playoffs, and Curry seemed to be powerless even though he was strong.
Let's talk about the Warriors' money bag. The Warriors owner made it clear this time that tax avoidance is a top priority next season. Don't look at the Warriors' lavish spending over the years, throwing out $677 million in luxury tax in just six seasons, and now they are tightening their belts, which makes people marvel at the huge shift in financial strategy. Curry, Wiggins, and Green's big contracts are out there, and the Warriors are going to avoid taxes, and Klay Thompson and Wiggins may not have a good time.
Klay, in particular, is out of contract and faces a difficult choice of whether or not to accept a pay cut to stay with the team. If the boss's tax avoidance strategy is to add insult to injury, then Clay's situation is a small boat in the storm, which may be swallowed up by the waves of reality at any time. Wiggins' situation isn't much better, his inconsistent performance has caused the Warriors' trust ratings to plummet, and trading him seems like a good option to get instant power and reduce the salary burden, so why not?
The performance of young players is a silver lining for the Warriors. If Kuminga stays with the team, it could be a four-year, $120 million contract, which is not a maximum salary, but it is a good consolation for him. Moody's performance is excellent, and it could also earn him a decent contract. The injection of young blood may bring a touch of vitality to the Warriors.
Overall, the Warriors are now at a crossroads. Curry's magical performance is undoubtedly the spiritual backbone of the Warriors, but the wisdom of management will determine how far this team can go. The knock-on effects of the decision not to pay the luxury tax and whether the Warriors can remain competitive in the midst of austerity are all major tests that the Warriors will have to face. Whether the Warriors' ship will be able to ride through the storms and waves, we will wait and see.