Explain: Warriors Decisions on Klay, CP3, Looney, GP2 & Free Agency | with cap analyst Perks
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Eric Apricot and Perks from GSW Reddit dive deep into the Golden State Warriors' salary cap situation and potential free agent moves. They discuss the complexities of the NBA salary cap, the impact of new tax regulations on the Warriors, and key strategies to navigate out of the second apron. The conversation covers possible roster changes, including the fate of players like Chris Paul, Klay Thompson, Gary Payton II and Kevon Looney, and explores realistic free agent targets.
0:00 Intro
00:39 Review of the New NBA Salary Cap Penalties
02:30 Chris Paul's Magical Contract and Avoiding Penalties
11:43 Paying Klay 1
14:39 Gary Payton II
16:28 Kevon Looney
20:58 Paying Klay 2
25:11 What if Klay leaves?
29:36 Mid-Level Free Agents
39:07 Minimum Contract Candidates
43:18 Buying Another Draft Pick
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