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Over the past decade, the Golden State Warriors have been a team to look out for. They have been a dominant force in the league, winning 4 championships since 2015. Their strategic moves and adaptability have been the key factors for their success. After, of course, Stephen Curry. Following some controversy, the team, unfortunately, bid farewell to their $140M star, Jordan Poole, leaving fans wondering what would happen with the Steph Curry era.?

They are no strangers to change. They’ve weathered the departure of veteran players before and have always managed to bounce back stronger. This time, it seems, is no different. The team has reportedly already found a replacement for Poole, and the choice is as intriguing as it is promising.?

The Warriors may have a hidden gem in Lester Quinones

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In the wake of Poole’s departure, the Warriors have reportedly found his replacement in Lester Quinones. The 6’5″ guard, who played for the Memphis Tigers in college, has been making waves in the NBA Summer League. Quinones’ performance in the Summer League has been nothing short of impressive. On Sunday night, he scored an impressive 26 points against the Pelicans. In his overall four summer league outings so far, he is averaging 22 points. Despite going undrafted last year, the 22-year-old has shown a knack for both scoring and defense.

At his last game, he was putting on a great show. During an interview with ESPN’s Cassidy Hubbarth, “I?m just trying to lead these guys, go out here and get this win today. We?re making a lot of great plays.”

His style of play also seems to fit with the Warriors, who often make the extra pass for the best possible shot. Quinones explained, “Sometimes you?re sacrificing your shot for someone else?s better shot, and I feel like that?s how we?ve been hooping today and I love it.”?

With point god, Chris Paul, joining the team, ball movement is certainly going to be a focus next year. Perhaps Lester Quinones will be a part of that.

His ability to adapt and perform under pressure has caught the attention of the Warriors’ management and he has become a leading candidate for their 15-man roster. While the team has yet to make an official announcement, insiders are buzzing about this exciting development.

Many changes for Stephen Curry and the Warriors?

Jordan Poole’s departure from the Warriors was a significant blow to the team.

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The talented guard had been a key player for the Warriors, contributing significantly to their success over the years. His departure was part of a trade deal with the Phoenix Suns, which saw CP3 joining Golden State.

The move was explained by the Warriors’ new GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. as a strategic decision aimed at strengthening the team’s overall performance, having veteran players who are complementing the young guns.

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While Poole?s departure is undoubtedly a loss. Chris Paul has entered as a seasoned point guard with a wealth of experience. And Quinones offers new possibilities and potential for the team. As the new NBA season approaches, all eyes are on the Warriors to see how this change plays out on the court.??

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