3 Golden State Warriors that may barely hang on to a rotation spot

Feb 11, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson (95) celebrates after a basket ahead of Orlando Magic guard-forward Terrence Ross (31) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 11, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson (95) celebrates after a basket ahead of Orlando Magic guard-forward Terrence Ross (31) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Golden State Warriors player clinging to rotational spot: Kevon Looney

The Golden State Warriors added a plethora of forwards and should be planning on giving them all minutes. That could force the Dubs to shorten the time they give to traditional centers which would drastically reduce Looney’s time.

Following a terrific 2019 playoff run, Looney signed a three-year deal. Now, he’s in a contract year looking to make his value once again known. It may be tougher this time around with James Wiseman in the picture.

This past season, Looney averaged 4.1 points per game. On top of that, he dished out 2.0 assists and 5.3 brought down rebounds per game. Looney was known for his great offensive rebounding and solid ability to switch onto defenders.

With Wiseman and then small-ball forwards in the rotation along Bjelica providing better could spacing with similar size, Looney, who has yet to show much upside, may struggle to get too many minutes.

The frontcourt could easily be Wiseman and small-ball forwards. Given Looney’s play last season, it wouldn’t be shocking to see his 19 minutes per game dwindle.