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Warriors should feel optimistic about NBA’s plans for next season

By Tony Pesta

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on before the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 30, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on before the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 30, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Omar Rawlings/Getty Images) /
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The NBA is ready to roll once again and the Golden State Warriors should be feeling optimistic about the league’s plans for next season.

The time has finally come. In July, the NBA will resume it’s 2019-20 season and work towards crowning a champion. Although the Golden State Warriors won’t be one of the 22 teams heading to Walt Disney World, the franchise still feels optimistic about the position they are in.

The Warriors will officially end the season with a 15-50 record. This serves as the second-worst season in the organization’s history, only better than the 1952-53 Warriors who finished with just 12 wins.

As a consequence of their poor season, the Dubs will not be competing at any capacity this summer with the rest of the playoff teams. Instead, the Warriors have an opportunity to get a leg up on next season.

The league’s current timetable doesn’t offer much of a break between the end of this season and the start of next season. A champion will be crowned in late August or early October while an official free agency period will begin on October 18. Then, the 2020-21 season is slotted to tip-off on December 1.

While other championship-contending teams will be too busy focusing on the postseason to look ahead, the Warriors have a huge advantage in planning out their future. This was much needed as they not only have to hit big in free agency but will need to strike gold in the upcoming NBA Draft as well.

It is with the utmost importance that the Dubs find a way to bolster their supporting cast. This additional time off to prepare a plan for the offseason is beneficial for the front office.

Of course, the squad won’t have much time to gel together before jumping into another playoff run next season. This means everything will need to be done at optimal speed. However, all of the chips are on the table for the Dubs to make a triumphant comeback next year.

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