Aron Baynes can make a comeback with Golden State Warriors

The Golden State Warriors have room for Aron Baynes to join the roster and complete one hell of an NBA comeback story.

Baynes has not played in the NBA since 2021 when he had a down year in Toronto after back-to-back seasons of excellence as a role player.

He averaged 8.2 points and 5.1 rebounds as a surprising 34.9% 3-point shooter across two seasons before his slump in Toronto (26% 3-point shooting).

Things hit rock bottom for Baynes in the Tokyo Summer Olympics, when he suffered a spinal cord injury that has left him sidelined ever since.

His inspiring journey back is almost over as Baynes is set to work out with various NBA teams during Las Vegas Summer League. Will the Warriors get involved?

 Aron Baynes could cap off an incredible comeback story by joining the Golden State Warriors and winning a championship.

Baynes is a bulky 6’10” center with a soft touch at the rim, a knack for rebounding, setting screens and at his peak, shooting 3-pointers.

Acting as a depth piece behind Kevon Looney and James Wiseman, Baynes would be a quality veteran who can provide some floor spacing in the frontcourt that will be absent due to the loss of Nemanja Bjelica.

His large frame makes him a great fit as a screener in Golden State. Though it is unclear how much mobility Baynes will return with — the dynamic of using him in a motion offense is something worth considering.

The next few weeks will show just how valuable Baynes could potentially be. As stated, he was already in a slump prior to his injury. Will Baynes return as a floor-spacing rebounder once again? Or is this the end for the 35-year-old big man?

Time will tell.

For the Warriors, keeping a close eye on Baynes this summer and offering a helping hand could prove to be mutually beneficial.