Golden State Warriors: 3 Storylines to follow in 2021-22 NBA Season

Jun 13, 2019; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) celebrates with guard Klay Thompson (11) during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors in game six of the 2019 NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 13, 2019; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) celebrates with guard Klay Thompson (11) during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors in game six of the 2019 NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Golden State Warriors (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Golden State Warriors (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

I can not recall a recent season that felt this weirdly excited for the Golden State Warriors. Sure, the addition of Kevin Durant in 2016 made the anticipation for that year unreal. However, when was the last time the Dubs had this much cautious optimism?

There is a realistic scenario in which the Warriors fire on all cylinders, win more than 50 games and storm to an NBA Finals berth. Just as realistic is a jumbled season of unfamiliarity among the stars and rookies — leading to an early first round exit.

Want to know which storylines you should follow for the Golden State Warriors this upcoming season? We got you covered.

Fans have so many different things to watch for this year. No other team in the league is as stacked with as much diversity as the Warriors. This roster has superstars in their prime, a superstar looking to return from consecutive season-ending injuries, veteran leaders and young prospects looking to make a name for themselves.

In order to stay focused this season, there are three specific storylines you should be watching. These three outcomes will determine everything for the Dubs.