Toss up between Sabonis and Richardson, though I think I'll give it to Richardson b/c we're so thin on the wing. Richardson's got length, versatility, solid D, decent shooter, willing to pass -- exactly the type of player we lost in Iggy/Livingston. Sabonis would be an awesome addition on offense, but we've already got Chriss, Dray, Smiley, and hopefully Looney picking up minutes at the 5.. I'll take the position of need.
Sabonis would be my choice, but he's not even available, so scratch that. Fournier is more likely, but his D would be a negative asset. The Warriors need to improve defensively if they want to get back to competing for titles.
Fournier would be an interesting target in conjunction (whether same deal or handshake agreement with another) with a Wiggins (plus probably picks) for Aaron Gordon swap. Orlando is a team actually looking to trade vets for picks, unlike a lot of these teams (Philly, Indy, Lakers/Miami from Group A, etc) who have zero reason to do so.
I'm with the others that picked Sabonis. But, many feel he will be an untouchable. In light of that, Ricky Rubio would be a great fit on the Warriors. He is a proven PG and can lead the 2nd team. The problem is that the Warriors had success with Livingston and that also came with a much lower price tag. Can the Warriors attract the kind of FA's and older hands that they used to? I'm not sure. Rubio's price is high and he is not a great shooter.
Bowman and Poole are not ready to take that role. They could try Damion Lee as a PG/SG. He is a spark plug, knows the system, can be an incredibly streaky shooter. If they commit to him, they can save the TPE for a big or SF. I think the Warriors will be hamstrung to add position players who are both skilled enough and young enough to be good for both the present run and their future. I'm glad I don't have to make these decisions.
Sabonis is clearly the top choice. Relatively young with a big upside. Dedmon burned his bridges with the Kings last year. Fournier can't guard anyone. Richardson is interesting but it would be hard to turn down Sabonis if available.
Sabonis is the best in this group and so far. He would be amazing with the Dubs!! But can't imagine that Indiana would be willing to let him go. As for his time in OKC, I believe he was a rookie and all they ever had him do was go to a corner 3 spot. So not surprising that he didn't have good rebounding stats.
Sabonis. The ball will flow. Watching him try to move in Indiana while being ignored both for passes and screens was a playoff travesty. Put him in the Warriors system and watch the efficiency be at the top of the charts again.
Chriss is the blocker, Sabonis will board.
This would be a coup if the Warriors could grab him for some picks.
Toss up between Sabonis and Richardson, though I think I'll give it to Richardson b/c we're so thin on the wing. Richardson's got length, versatility, solid D, decent shooter, willing to pass -- exactly the type of player we lost in Iggy/Livingston. Sabonis would be an awesome addition on offense, but we've already got Chriss, Dray, Smiley, and hopefully Looney picking up minutes at the 5.. I'll take the position of need.
Sabonis would be my choice, but he's not even available, so scratch that. Fournier is more likely, but his D would be a negative asset. The Warriors need to improve defensively if they want to get back to competing for titles.
Fournier would be an interesting target in conjunction (whether same deal or handshake agreement with another) with a Wiggins (plus probably picks) for Aaron Gordon swap. Orlando is a team actually looking to trade vets for picks, unlike a lot of these teams (Philly, Indy, Lakers/Miami from Group A, etc) who have zero reason to do so.
Any body like bring back Jamal Crawford for a vet min ?
There's Sabonis, then everyone else on this list. Sabonis wins by pedigree.
I would still make a play for Robert Covington. The guy would help us immensely.
I'm with the others that picked Sabonis. But, many feel he will be an untouchable. In light of that, Ricky Rubio would be a great fit on the Warriors. He is a proven PG and can lead the 2nd team. The problem is that the Warriors had success with Livingston and that also came with a much lower price tag. Can the Warriors attract the kind of FA's and older hands that they used to? I'm not sure. Rubio's price is high and he is not a great shooter.
Bowman and Poole are not ready to take that role. They could try Damion Lee as a PG/SG. He is a spark plug, knows the system, can be an incredibly streaky shooter. If they commit to him, they can save the TPE for a big or SF. I think the Warriors will be hamstrung to add position players who are both skilled enough and young enough to be good for both the present run and their future. I'm glad I don't have to make these decisions.
Sabonis is clearly the top choice. Relatively young with a big upside. Dedmon burned his bridges with the Kings last year. Fournier can't guard anyone. Richardson is interesting but it would be hard to turn down Sabonis if available.
Sabonis is the best in this group and so far. He would be amazing with the Dubs!! But can't imagine that Indiana would be willing to let him go. As for his time in OKC, I believe he was a rookie and all they ever had him do was go to a corner 3 spot. So not surprising that he didn't have good rebounding stats.
Sabonis. The ball will flow. Watching him try to move in Indiana while being ignored both for passes and screens was a playoff travesty. Put him in the Warriors system and watch the efficiency be at the top of the charts again.
Chriss is the blocker, Sabonis will board.
This would be a coup if the Warriors could grab him for some picks.
How were these groups selected? I'd rather have all of Group B than any of Group A