Matthews contract expires after this season but could re-sign him at a lower rate. He provides the defense and shooting, but not the playmaker that Iggy can and has provided this season.
Iguodala is an essential part of the Warriors’ closing lineup, but when the playoffs begin, will they use the death lineup with Cousins more often?
His defense and playmaking is an indispensable part of the team whether he is starting or coming off the bench. He has a knack for coming up with a key play when the team needs it. However, he does have an expensive deal that has one more season left after this one.
Trading him would hurt, but would also free up valuable cap space for the cap-starved Dubs to make moves in the offseason. The Warriors need to clear cap space somehow. That way is by trading Iguodala.
Bringing in Matthews would be ideal for Golden State, helping them replenish the production lost by Iggy.