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NBA fans can be very passionate about their teams. Golden State Warriors fans are no exception. Recently, a vacation photo of a player wearing their team gear on vacation went viral, sparking mixed feelings among fans. This was because the team had surprisingly traded the star just two days prior. Fans definitely felt his pain, some sympathized with him while others ridiculed the whole situation. With the Warriors on a tumultuous run of internal changes, their fanbase definitely had some steam to let off.

Let’s dive into the fan reactions and explore the circumstances surrounding this social media storm.

Fans lash out at 7x-championship-winning franchise due to vacation photos

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Jordan Poole was traded to the Washington Wizards earlier this week in return for veteran point guard Chris Paul. Despite his departure from the team that drafted him, Poole shared a photo of himself on vacation donning the Warriors’ gear. But the image quickly spread like wildfire.

 

Clearly, a lot of fans felt like the young athlete’s loyalty was not rewarded by the Warriors.

Others were speculating that this cutthroat approach could be the reason behind one of the biggest changes to the Warriors’ front office this off-season.

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One particular fan expressed their concern, stating, “If it ends up not working, you got blood on your hands @warriors.

Still, fans of the 23-year-old point guard are adamant that Poole’s level of play in Washington will make Golden State regret the move.

With the Warriors investing in Poole’s development and giving him significant playing time, fans are clearly confused by the two parting ways. The viral photo became a platform for fans to voice their worries and frustrations about the future.

Uncertainty mounting around the Golden State Warriors

The fans’ reaction is partly due to the fact that the Warriors have been involved in many recent trade rumors. The combination of the viral photo and the trade rumors created a perfect storm of anxiety among Warriors fans. There were already concerns that Stephen Curry might not have a competitive roster around him after their early playoff exit.

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After Draymond Green declared free agency, things are certainly looking rough for the Warriors.

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Despite Poole’s disappointing display during the playoffs, the Dubs were expected to give him more time to develop into a proper star. Now, with 38-year-old Chris Paul joining an already-old roster, fans are concerned.

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As the offseason progresses and the Warriors prepare for the new campaign, it remains to be seen how Jordan Poole’s role will unfold and how fans will ultimately react.

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