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Golden State Warriors: 3 available free agents worth considering

By Tony Pesta

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 30: Austin Rivers #25 of the Denver Nuggets walks across the court in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 30, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 30: Austin Rivers #25 of the Denver Nuggets walks across the court in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 30, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) /
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Gorgui Dieng is a capable backup big

There is always a risk to run when you have a young player acting as a core piece to a team with championship aspirations. For the Golden State Warriors, James Wiseman could develop into a cornerstone… but he might not be ready this season.

On top of injury concerns, there is an overall lack of experience that could restrict Wiseman’s ability to be a consistent contributor for Golden State.

This makes Gorgui Dieng a solid player to target.

He is a veteran big who averaged 3.5 points and 2.8 rebounds while shooting 42.6% from the 3-point line, offering a bit of floor spacing for the Dubs’ frontcourt.

Dieng would not be a high-usage player but he could pad the Warriors’ depth by giving Kevon Looney a reliable backup to allow him some time to rest throughout the year.

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