We’ve reached the stage of the offseason where many of the major questions about the Golden State Warriors have been addressed, particularly regarding their roster and contracts.
Initially, the big question was about Klay Thompson’s future, which concluded with his move to the Dallas Mavericks.
Several aspects of the futures of current and former Warriors players are still unresolved. The team currently has 14 players on the main roster and three on two-way contracts, leaving limited room for change except through trades, which are possible until the deadline on February 6.
As attention shifts to the upcoming season, here are a few lingering questions:
1. **Why is Lester Quinones still a free agent?**
Despite not securing a spot with the Warriors, it’s surprising that Lester Quinones, at just 23, hasn’t landed another NBA contract by now. Although there have been some rumors of interest from the Philadelphia 76ers, Quinones remains unsigned.
2. **What are the Warriors’ plans for Quinten Post?**
The Warriors drafted Quinten Post with the 52nd overall pick, introduced him at a press conference, and had him play in the last two games of Summer League after a minor injury. It’s unclear why there has been a delay, which could hint at a potential trade or transaction that might create space for Post on the main roster.
3. **What should fair-value extensions for Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody look like?**
Securing contract extensions for 2021 lottery picks Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody is likely the Warriors’ top priority for the rest of the offseason. Given their often inconsistent playing time over their first three seasons, determining a fair-value contract is challenging.
Reports suggest Kuminga is seeking a five-year, $224 million max deal, but it seems unlikely the Warriors will offer such an amount at this point.
