After a season of chasing superstar talent, the Golden State Warriors are shifting their focus. According to sources cited by The Athletic, the organization plans to prioritize strengthening the supporting cast around Stephen Curry and newly acquired Jimmy Butler rather than pursuing another marquee name this offseason.
Over the past 16 months, the Warriors aggressively explored deals for a wide range of high-profile players, including LeBron James, Paul George, Lauri Markkanen, and even a potential reunion with Kevin Durant.
Their efforts culminated in a blockbuster deal at the trade deadline that brought Jimmy Butler to Golden State from the Miami Heat. But now, with two veteran stars on the roster, team leadership sees more value in building depth than in sacrificing assets for another elite name.
Though the Warriors have long been linked to Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources suggest that such a deal is unlikely. Golden State lacks the trade assets required to seriously contend with rival teams also interested in the two-time MVP.
One major question mark heading into the offseason is the future of forward Jonathan Kuminga, who is entering restricted free agency. While his departure is not a certainty, his contract situation represents the most significant variable as the front office evaluates its next moves.
Despite a second-round playoff exit, ownership and management remain unified. Head coach Steve Kerr and general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. are both expected to return next season, as is veteran forward Draymond Green.
Team owner Joe Lacob expressed strong support for his leadership team and acknowledged the impact of the Butler trade, even if it didn’t lead to a deep playoff run this year.
“I have a great coach and I have a great GM,” Lacob said. “I have no problems with anything in respect to them. Mike made a fantastic trade. Before we made that trade, we were one game under .500 and it didn’t look like we were going anywhere. We won a first-round series against a very good up-and-coming team with a lot of athleticism and size. I thought it was a hell of a win. Got us pretty tired probably for this series, and maybe that was just too much to overcome.”
Reflecting on their postseason opener against the Timberwolves, Lacob added: “In that first game (against Minnesota), Steph looked like he was going to cook, right? But what are we going to do? Stuff happens.”
While expectations in the Golden State always remain high, this summer marks a potential pivot in philosophy, from superstar hunting to roster balance, to optimize the twilight of Stephen Curry’s prime and maximize Jimmy Butler’s impact.
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