The Golden State Warriors’ offseason has been somewhat of a bittersweet endeavor. Amidst the departures of beloved role players and valued contributors, the fact that a championship was just won has pretty much been forgotten — or set aside toward the fringes of the subconscious.
Kevon Looney opted to stay with the organization that drafted him, cultivated his talent, and gives him the comfort of familiarity. Gary Payton II opted for financial security, a completely valid reason for someone who has toiled his way toward deserved recognition. Otto Porter Jr. was always expected to be a one-off signing, a rehabilitation project who used the prestige of a winning culture to springboard himself toward renewed relevance.