Coming off a fourth NBA championship in eight years, the Warriors have firmly reestablished themselves as a powerhouse organization. That is largely thanks to being able to keep their big three of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green under contract.
However, Golden State’s ability to keep the team together may soon come to an end. While the Warriors’ only large piece lost from last year’s championship squad was Gary Payton II, owner Joe Lacob told The Athletic’s Tim Kawakami that next summer might be different.
“It’s going to be difficult,” Lacob said.