Time expiring for Golden State Warriors to make roster addition

As time ticks away, it’s becoming more and more apparent that the Golden State Warriors will ultimately trust in their current roster for the remainder of the 2022-23 season.

March 1 is the final day in which a player can be waived and remain eligible to participate in the playoffs. In other words, if the Warriors’ front office doesn’t like what’s currently available, then no more attractive player is going to become gettable.

With a vacant 15th roster spot, the Golden State Warriors appear likely to look within should they wish for a reinforcement.

The Warriors have already pursued a free agent over the past fortnight, with Patrick Beverley having been a target for a Golden State team in need of perimeter defense. After being traded to, then waived by the Orlando Magic, the veteran point-guard confirmed his free agency decision came down to the Warriors or his hometown team Chicago Bulls. Beverley cited Golden State’s plethora of guards as a reason why he turned his back on the franchise.

Most notable recently waived players have already found a new team, leaving the Warriors with names that have been available to them the whole season. The need for interior size has long been a sore point, with the likes of DeMarcus Cousins and Dwight Howard having been suggested as worthwhile pickups since the start of the season. Of the recently waived players, Serge Ibaka remains a free agent and would also fit a similar mould.

Golden State are likely to look within to fill their vacant roster spot. Ty Jerome and Anthony Lamb are both nearing their maximum game limit as two-way players, giving Bob Myers and the Warriors’ front office a decision to make on their futures.

In credit to them, the Warriors at least tried to make a move in regard to Beverley. But with any addition comes the cost of an increasing luxury tax bill, and they’re simply not going to sign someone who they believe won’t make a reasonable impact.