January 5th 2025.
In the fast-paced world of the NBA, things can change in the blink of an eye. And for the Golden State Warriors, that couldn't be more true. As the team continues to navigate through a rollercoaster of a season, it seems like both the general manager, Mike Dunleavy, and head coach, Steve Kerr, are on the same page. They want to see what this current Warriors group can do in January before making any big moves.
During their recent game against the Philadelphia 76ers, TNT reporter Jared Greenberg shared on the broadcast that Dunleavy wants to take the next couple of weeks to truly evaluate the team before making any "reactionary decisions." It's a smart move, especially considering the recent news of Jimmy Butler requesting a trade from the Miami Heat. With the Heat open to trade offers, the Butler market is expected to heat up quickly, potentially during the time that Dunleavy wants to be assessing his team.
Kerr also weighed in on the matter, stating that he has discussed this approach with Dunleavy. It makes perfect sense to take a step back and see how the team performs over the next month before making any big moves. After all, the Warriors have had their ups and downs this season, with a hot start followed by a slump, and then a trade for Dennis Schroder.
But for now, it seems like that may be the only transaction the team makes. Kerr expressed his confidence in the current roster, saying, "We've been up and down this year, but we like the group. We like the people we have." He added that they want to see how the team plays over the next month and then keep their options open.
The Warriors' main goal is to maximize their star player Steph Curry's championship window. And while rookie Jonathan Kuminga has shown great promise in the past couple of weeks, he is still young and won't reach his prime for a few more years. So, the team's focus is on finding Curry a star sidekick before the trade deadline on February 6.
Kerr acknowledged that the team's current record of 17-16 may not be enough to stand firm and not make any moves. He stated, "We have to assess all the options. Players know that. They understand how this league works." But he also expressed his hope that with Schroder in the mix, the team can return to their earlier form of being a great defensive team.
But all this is easier said than done, especially with injuries plaguing the team. Curry and Ja Morant were both out for the Warriors' recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies, removing the highly anticipated point guard matchup. The Warriors are also without players like Brandin Podziemski and Gary Payton II, who are sidelined due to injuries.
Curry has already missed seven games this season, and with his recent ankle sprain and knee issues, he may have to sit out more games. But this could affect his chances of being eligible for end-of-season awards like MVP and All-NBA, as players must play at least 65 games to be considered. So, the team will have to carefully manage Curry's playing time to ensure he doesn't miss too many games.
As the Warriors continue to navigate through a challenging season, they are hoping to leave their shooting slump in 2024 and find their groove in 2025. But for now, they are focused on taking it one game at a time and seeing what the current group can do before making any big moves. Only time will tell if this approach will pay off, but the team is keeping their options open and staying committed to maximizing Curry's championship window.
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