Forget the NBA trade deadline, the Golden State Warriors should be zeroing in on the buyout market as this is where contenders can become title favorites with a few last-second moves.
The buyout market isn’t always a difference-maker but it can provide the necessary push to pad a competitive team’s depth.
The Golden State Warriors should not settle for the roster they have, a key addition in the buyout market could mean everything.
In the not-too-distant past, the 2011-12 San Antonio Spurs picked up Boris Diaw and Patty Mills before running to the NBA Finals later in 2013 — and winning the championship one year later. Both played a key role as their veteran experience helped bolster an already strong Spurs’ roster.
Can the Warriors look to do the same? They’ve been drawing comparisons to the Spurs dynasty for months and striking gold in the buyout market could help them secure another championship.
It’s important to note that Golden State has 15 players on the roster, making it difficult to be active on the buyout market without the willingness to give someone up.
Let’s look at four of the best potential targets and determine if they are worth the price.