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April 30, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter in game seven of the 2023 NBA playoffs first round at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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April 30, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter in game seven of the 2023 NBA playoffs first round at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
The Golden State Warriors underwent a regime change this offseason following general manager Bob Myers’ unceremonious exit. The front office brought Mike Dunleavy Jr. as a quick replacement. The new executive made some drastic moves right off the bat. But now, another addition is happening in the Stephen Curry’s camp gearing up for the upcoming season.
It was a hard pill to swallow for many to see Bob Myers leave. The former franchise member is being credited for grooming the likes of Stephen Curry and other Dub Nation’s stars. The Warriors are now planning to bring another familiar face to the front office.
Stephen Curry’s Warriors bringing in a fresh perspective
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Bob Myers was credited with helping the Golden State Warriors transform into a dynasty. Myers played a crucial role in drafting Stephen Curry, the other half of the Splash Brothers duo, Klay Thompson, and their defensive leader, Draymond Green.
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Feb 13, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and other players watch from the bench during the second half of the game against the Washington Wizards at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports
Even though the Warriors replaced Myers with Mike Dunleavy Jr. the front office will see the addition of Chuck Hayes. According to HoopsHype writer Mike Sotto, “The Golden State Warriors plan to hire Chuck Hayes for a front office position with the team, league sources told @hoopshype.”
The Golden State Warriors plan to hire Chuck Hayes for a front office position with the team, league sources told @hoopshype.
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) July 29, 2023
Chuck Hayes is a former NBA player who played in the league for 11 seasons. His most formidable years could be considered as his time with the Houston Rockets. Hayes played the role of a backup center to the Rockets legend, Yao Ming.
An undersized 6’6 center/forward, Hayes never backed out from any situation. And it is the same resilience he plans to bring to the Warriors front office.
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A strong resume for Hayes
After the departure of Bob Myers, the first move their new GM made was to trade away Jordan Poole and bring in Chris Paul.
It was dismissed as a drastic move receiving mixed reactions from fans.
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As for Chuck Hayes, he spent seven seasons with the Rockets working up from the role of Pro Player Personnel Scout to Assistant Director of Player Personnel. He also had a year of front-office experience with the Denver Nuggets as well.
