Without Klay, the Warriors seem to be stronger?
A warrior's move
In this league, every team is trying their best to win, but few can come out on top. To be able to do so well undoubtedly requires superb scouting and operation skills, as well as precise control of the team's future development. Recently, after losing key star Klay Thompson, the Warriors not only quickly filled the vacancy in the roster through a series of clever maneuvers, but also expected to regain their championship status in the future. It's amazing how the family can stay competitive despite losing their top star.
First, we're going to talk about where this Klay Thompson goes. As one of the important contributors to the rise of the Warriors in recent years, Klay's departure is undoubtedly a chopping thing. However, the Warriors' management did not rest on their laurels and instead embarked on a series of efficient maneuvers after losing the top scorer.
One of the most noteworthy of these is their trade with the Mavericks. The Warriors traded Klay's signing rights for two second-round picks, which was undoubtedly a principal-saving business. They then traded those two second-round picks for Lee Kyle and Joe Hield from the Timberwolves and 76ers, respectively. Both new signings are talentable and have very reasonable salary contracts.
Lee Kyle is a versatile player with excellent ball intelligence and an active two-way game, making him a good fit to be a backup for Dream Green on the Warriors. Although his shooting consistency needs to be improved, he has already played in a number of crunch moments in the playoffs, which shows the high level of his ball quotient. In the Warriors, he can play an important role after the Dream is off the court.
Joe Hield, on the other hand, is a pure shooter-type guard who is among the best in the league when it comes to three-point shooting. He averaged 2.6 three-pointers per game last season, which is slightly lower than in the past, but with Curry around, he will surely get more open shots, and his three-point output will surely rise. Coupled with Hield's ability to be an excellent three-pointer in his own right, this means that the Warriors have not only filled Klay's void in terms of outside firepower, but are even expected to surpass the previous level.
It can be said that through these two transactions, the Warriors not only made up for the shortcomings of the lineup, but also laid a solid foundation for future development. Lee Kyle and Joe Hield are both great additions, especially the latter, whose three-point ability is among the best in the league and fits the Warriors' style of play. Moreover, the salary contracts of both are very flexible and will not take up too much salary space, which is also extremely beneficial for the future planning of the Warriors.
In addition to bringing in new signings, the Warriors' other moves on the free market are just as noteworthy. First, they signed Michael Melton on a one-year mid-range contract of $12.8 million. Despite the slight premium on this contract, the deal is pretty good given Melton's excellent defensive prowess and the length of the contract that is only one year.
Next, the Warriors also signed Lee Kyle, who is 9 million a year. The jack-of-all-trades player had a great run in the playoffs last season, and with his excellent ball intelligence and all-around skills, he could be a formidable backup for Dream Green. Moreover, this contract is also excellent value for money for the Warriors.
Through the above series of operations, the Warriors not only filled the gap in the roster after Klay's departure, but also successfully reduced the luxury tax, leaving plenty of room for future development. What's even more exciting is that the current Warriors roster may have surpassed the level of Klay when he was on the floor.
This team has top stars such as Curry and Green, and has brought in excellent additions such as Lee Kyle and Hield, and the strength can be described as quite strong. Especially a three-point player like Hield, the cooperation with Curry will definitely bring the Warriors' outside strength to a new level.
Moreover, the future of the Warriors looks promising. While strengthening the roster, they have managed to keep their salaries below the luxury tax line, which is undoubtedly great news for the owner. In the next few years, when Curry, Green and other main players gradually enter the golden period of their careers, the Warriors have every strength to become a strong team in the league again.
It can be said that the series of operations of the Warriors these days can be called earth-shattering. After losing a top star like Klay, not only did they not collapse, but through flexible personnel arrangements and reasonable salary planning, they formed a strong squad that is expected to break into the championship ranks again.
This kind of behavior has to be awe-inspiring. It's not easy to do that well in the league. The Warriors' management's precise control of the team's future development once again demonstrates their outstanding talents. Not only are they able to accurately grasp the needs of the team, but they are also good at unearthing hidden high-quality resources when it matters most, and they can flexibly use salary space. This kind of operation is undoubtedly beyond the reach of other teams in the league.
History has proven that as long as the Warriors' management dares to innovate and dare to attack, they will be able to seize the opportunity at the most critical moment and reach the top of the league. Eight years ago, the man who once changed the fate of the warriors fulfilled his dream. Now, the Warriors have once again shown their determination to move forward, and their move will undoubtedly make for the next exciting performance.
The Warriors' operation not only showed their foresight, but also stimulated the imagination of fans. After losing an ace, they were still able to quickly adjust and strengthen key positions, and this decisive style is really impressive. This team can have such a strong firepower on both the inside and outside, and it will undoubtedly become the new focus of the league.
I believe that in the next season, the Warriors will once again become the protagonists of the league. Their squad is more balanced and will hopefully be well controlled in terms of salary space. As long as key players such as Curry can stay healthy, this team definitely has the strength to return to the top.
After all, in such an alliance full of uncertainties
A warrior's move
Still, we can't ignore some of the challenges this team faces in the future. Hield, for example, has been in the spotlight on the defensive end, and his performance in the playoffs has been a concern, and it remains to be seen if he can find his place in the Warriors' system. In addition, Markkanen has been a coveted target for the Warriors, and bringing him in will undoubtedly greatly enhance the Warriors' roster depth. However, it remains to be seen whether the deal will be finalized.
Even so, the Warriors as a whole are strong enough. The likes of Curry and Green are still in their prime, and with the addition of new additions such as Lee Kyle and Hield, they will undoubtedly be the favorites to win the championship next season.
Moreover, the Warriors' management clearly has a clear plan for the future of the team. They managed to control the payroll space, leaving plenty of room for future payroll arrangements. As long as key players can maintain their form, this team will surely become a strong team in the league for the coming seasons.
It is with this forward-thinking and excellent operation ability that the Warriors were able to quickly adjust and build a strong roster during the difficult time of Klay's departure. They not only make up for the shortcomings of the lineup, but also lay a solid foundation for future development. Such a move is undoubtedly another demonstration of the excellence of the Warriors' management.
Some people say that the strength of a team depends not only on the strength of the players themselves, but also on the operational level of the management. The Warriors are undoubtedly one of the best teams in the league, and they are adept at talent selection, salary control, and trade scheduling.
I believe that in the coming season, this Warriors team will once again be the focus of the league. They have a strong squad and excellent management, and they are undoubtedly one of the favourites. Of course, the key to all of this is whether the players can play as well as they should on the pitch.
As long as they maintain their form, this Warriors team will surely be on the top podium of the league again. They have proven themselves and now they just need to prove their worth again and again on the field. I believe that as long as they stick to their philosophy, the Warriors will be able to continue their legends and regain their former glory.