Stephen Curry cemented his legacy by winning his first Finals MVP trophy just over a month back. The Golden State Warriors became champions for the fourth time in eight years led by the excellence of Curry. As the dust settles on the 2021-22 season, teams are already gearing up for another go-around next season.
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The Warriors have built a strong culture over the years which has helped nurture numerous players. Since they lost many role players who played a key role in last season’s championship, the Warriors have been looking for new recruitments. According to reports, the Warriors will sign a former teammate of two-time MVP, Nikola Jokic.
JaMychal Green was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder last month after a couple of years in Denver. Green is expected to agree to a buyout with the Thunder and then sign with the Golden State Warriors. He is a solid ‘3 and D’ player who will prove to be a solid addition to the wings and likely complement Stephen Curry perfectly.
REPORT: JaMychal Green will agree to a buyout with OKC and will sign with the Golden State Warriors. pic.twitter.com/Ec25byn9fk
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) July 19, 2022
Green averaged 6.4 points and 4.2 rebounds in 67 games last season with the Denver Nuggets. After going undrafted in the 2012 NBA Draft, he played his first game in the league in 2015 for the San Antonio Spurs. However, Green made a name for himself with the Memphis Grizzlies and earned a contract extension.
He was later traded to the Los Angeles Clippers before cementing a rotation spot with the Nuggets in 2020. Even though Green signed a multi-year contract extension with Denver, he was traded to Oklahoma for Peyton Watson and two future second-round picks.
Stephen Curry and the Warriors need help
The Warriors lost a number of key role players in the free agency. Gary Payton II, Otto Porter Jr., Juan Toscano-Anderson, and Damion Lee all left for pastures new. As a result, the Warriors have been looking to make a number of additions to make up for the lost assets.
While Green will provide cover at the wing positions, Donte DiVincenzo is another new addition to the roster. The Warriors likely won’t be much concerned with the changes as long as the main core remains intact.
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Meanwhile, fans were quick to give their opinion on reports about Green joining the Warriors.
How much help curry need????💀
— 12 (@CookHim12) July 19, 2022
This signing is for when they need their 4 to hit perimeter shots.
— タージ 〽️🚆 (@TajHoopz) July 19, 2022
Looking for a ring that he’s not gonna get 😭
— Real Sturdy 🧠👁✊🏽 (@KingSmoove009) July 19, 2022
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Someone who can do exactly what Draymond does but a better shooter. Dray better not miss game's
— RV (@RubenVa18694081) July 20, 2022
Warriors fans think he is Durant 😭
— ✮ (@HardenUTD) July 19, 2022
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