The NBA offseason is one of the most anticipated periods for any fan. Whether it is the trades, the draft or free-agent signings, there is something for everyone. After Denver’s victory in the 2022-2023 season, teams quickly worked to remake their roster. While Bradley Beal highlighted the trade market, Washington got busy quickly. After the initial trade fell through, the Wizards eventually traded Kristaps Porzingis to the Boston Celtics. However, they were short-changed in both exchanges in terms of quality draft capital and/or young players.
But they had a Point God hungry for a title, and the returns from the Golden State Warriors were splendid. As far as the former Clippers legend is concerned, a union with former rival Stephen Curry is a full-circle moment on his quest for a championship.
An unholy union between Paul and the Warriors
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Chris Paul and Stephen Curry have enjoyed a long-standing rivalry. When Curry first rose to prominence, Paul was his litmus test into NBA stardom. Since then, Curry has become the superior player. However, 2014 was a different time and Curry remembers it.
In a regular season game between the Warriors and Suns, Curry screamed, “It’s not 2014 anymore,” after scoring a layup on Paul. Therefore, a move of this magnitude was shocking from the Warriors’ side.
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However, the goal is the same for both parties. Curry, Klay and Draymond spent the entirety of last season gunning for a 5th title. And for Paul, it’s a shot at his first ring. When asked about his move, Paul’s goal was simple. “Obviously, it’s that elusive championship.”?
Paul was ready to accept the change claiming that he was still ready to learn the game. And with the Warriors being praised for their ball-movement and beautiful brand of basketball, Chris Paul might have a new challenge ahead.
For the Warriors, it’s a chance to clean an ugly slate.
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The unease in the Golden State
With the contentious history between Curry and Paul, chemistry issues might rear their ugly head. Again. The primary reason that the Warriors got rid of a rising star like Jordan Poole was due to the chemistry issues that plagued the franchise.
After locker room leader Draymond Green punched Poole, the chemistry was off throughout the year for the Warriors. As a result, a team that won the championship in 2022 got thoroughly outclasses by a 7th-seeded Los Angeles Lakers team.
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Hence, a change was definitely in order. While Draymond’s future remains uncertain, trading Poole might be the first step to bringing the band back together. As Steph Curry enters the twilight of his career, can an old enemy take him to the promised land?