Golden State improved throughout the second half of the regular season, hoping to make an impact in the NBA Playoffs. However, their campaign fell short as Sacramento defeated them 118-94 on Tuesday night, seeking revenge from last year’s elimination in the first-round series.
The Warriors made crucial mistakes when it mattered most, losing big leads, struggling with long-range shots, and failing to stop their opponent’s offense. Despite players like Klay Thompson being unable to score, general manager Mike Dunleavy expressed his disappointment, calling it the team’s worst game of the year.
Dunleavy acknowledged the disappointment of the season ending but emphasized the need to improve moving forward. The Bay Area squad had hoped to replicate last year’s success against their California rivals in the playoffs but fell short.
Now, the team faces a lengthy offseason for rest and regrouping. Dunleavy remains optimistic about making sound decisions during the summer and stressed the importance of keeping much of the roster intact for the upcoming season, including Thompson.
While there has been speculation about Thompson’s future with the team, both coach Steve Kerr and Dunleavy have expressed their desire to continue working with him. The GM affirmed the team’s commitment to keeping Thompson and enhancing the roster with good players.
“Certainly, we want Klay back. I expressed that to him yesterday.” Mike Dunleavy says nothing makes him believe Klay wants to go somewhere else or the Warriors don’t want to re-sign him
The team faces the decision of whether to continue with their core trio of Curry, Green, and Thompson or seek new talent to rejuvenate the franchise. Kerr highlighted the value of the three players remaining Warriors for life, emphasizing the importance of ending with dignity.
While some argue for investing in younger players, the team’s Big 3 is aging. Thompson has expressed his desire to remain a Warrior, but only time will tell if that becomes a reality.
