18 realistic buyout targets the Golden State Warriors should consider

Golden State Warriors: 18 realistic buyout targets Golden State should consider

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Ben McLemore

One of those players that never found his NBA footing, Ben McLemore could be the Warriors’ next success story. They’ve brought in players like Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston, giving them a permanent NBA home to thrive in.

McLemore would probably get more open looks than he’s ever seen in the NBA. The five-year pro is currently on the Kings, and he hasn’t been contributing too much. While he may not get excessive minutes on Golden State, he does fit the mold of the quintessential addition.

However, he’s shooting under 40% from downtown. The Warriors as a team are around 50%, so while McLemore might be a good addition, he’d have to shoot better to get all the backup shooting guard minutes.

McLemore is a rare combination of size, speed and shooting. That’s why he was a lottery pick back in the 2013 NBA Draft. That skill set hasn’t transferred well to the NBA so far. His career high has been just 12.1 points per game yet he’s currently down to under four per game.

In Golden State, he could rejuvenate his career, a career currently spiraling downhill.

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