Golden State Warriors: 5 guards that bridge gap until Thompson return

Golden State Warriors: 5 guards that can help bridge the gap until Klay Thompson return

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Golden State Warriors’ Klay Thompson bridge: Mychal Mulder

The Warriors have a plethora of shooting guards on their roster that they can pick from as well. All of them have NBA experience making them a more feasible option than an incoming rookie like Moody.

As for Mulder, his advantage is on the offensive end, more specifically as a shooter.

Since joining the Warriors, his shooting has been what’s kept him on the roster. While Mulder’s average did drop from 11 points to 5.6 points per game over the last two seasons, it’s understandable considering the impact that the return of Stephen Curry has.

Mulder still managed time in 60 games, and he ended up shooting 39.7 percent from three this past season. Alongside Curry, that could be lethal. Mulder and Curry shared the court for 387 minutes last season and had a 6.6 net rating.

The duo has proven to be successful together, but at just 6-foot-3, they’re giving up a good amount of size in the backcourt if this is the route they plan to go.

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