2 reasons the Golden State Warriors need to trade for a point guard

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Reason why the Golden State Warriors should sign a point guard: Leadership

The Warriors already have a young second unit. Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, Mychal Mulder, Damion Lee, Jordan Poole, and others don’t have the most experience. Thankfully, the Warriors did bring in veterans like Andre Iguodala to help with the learning curve.

It’s rare to get a second- or third-year player that can give the type of leadership that a veteran can. That leadership is both on the court in their shot selection and ability to acknowledge and understand the game and off the court in teaching and training this next generation.

Wanamaker struggled in Golden State, unlike most older players who come in and thrive.

It never felt like he truly figured out his role, and for a player captaining a unit with scoring threats like Damion Lee and Otto Porter Jr., it will be more about understanding how to get them the best looks possible.

Jeff Teague and Rajon Rondo would be perfect examples. They understand the pace of the game and can play at a high level on both ends of the court. That veteran savvy is something the Warriors, especially the second unit, could use.

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