3 reasons Warriors should sign Marc Gasol with team's MLE

3 reasons Warriors should sign Marc Gasol with team’s MLE

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 08: Marc Gasol #33 of the Toronto Raptors stands for the National Anthem prior to the start of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on March 08, 2020 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

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The Golden State Warriors will likely use their mid-level exception this offseason to enhance their roster, and center Marc Gasol should be who they offer it to.

Just about a year ago, the Golden State Warriors were lacing up their sneaks and preparing to take on the Kawhi Leonard-led Toronto Raptors.

While Leonard was the undisputed leader of the team and many wouldn’t consider any other player on the Raptors to be a superstar, the team was filled with high-quality role veterans that all played their specific team-orientated role.

Marc Gasol, the 35-year-old center, was the defensive captain and the rim protector. He provided a few very important traits to the team as they looked to take down the two-time defending champs.

The most notable trait that he brought was his ability to successfully defend the perimeter. Gasol can still do that today as he’s continued his play with Toronto.

Hitting the market this offseason, Gasol may be looking to chase one more ring. If that’s the goal for the veteran, Golden State, a place that could offer him an ideal chance at making the Finals again, could be where he wants to play.

Given their cap restricts, it could work that he signs for the mid-level exception. That said, let’s break down three reasons why that’d be a good use of the exception for the Warriors.

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