Post by San Francisco on Aug 1, 2016 3:06:45 GMT
Coming off a 49 win season. Things were expected to be status quo in San Fran. That is until two major trades turned the Warriors roster on its head. Steve Smith was the odd man out in San Fran. Due to Smith coming up on his second contract. One the Warriors were not willing to pay.
The real shocker came on the eve of the season opener. With Tom Heinshon being shipped to defending champion NY. So what changed? Multiple offers from countless teams over the past seasons. San Fran management turned them all down. So why now? Team management felt it was time. To move on from Tommy H. With the current roster topping out.The decision was made to hand the keys to the franchise over to point guard Gail Goodrich. Was it the right decision? Only time will tell.
Gone are Tom Heinshon and Steve Smith
Coming In Andrew Bogut, Jerry Lucaus, Vasily Karasev, Charles Smith, George Gervin
Projected Starting Five
C Andrew Bogut - Gives the Warriors, the rim protector they have been seeking. Or does the musical chairs at the 5 continue
PF Jerry Lucas - Finds himself in the starting role. After the shocking trade of Tommy H. Warriors do not expect any drop off.
SF Charles Smith / George Gervin - Will be interesting to see who can claim the starting spot on a regular basis.
SG Wayne Estes - The Roger Dorn of ABCA
PG Gail Goodrich - The franchise cornerstone. Warriors are expecting big things. With the keys to the franchise being handed over to Gail.
Subs
Trey Lyles - Warriors are expecting Lyles to contribute more. With increased playing time. As mamangement remains high on him.
Vasily Karasev - Backup at SG/PG
Caldwell Jones / Danny Schayes - One of them can play ten minutes a game right?
Break glass in case of emergency. We hope we do not have to.
Eddie Johnston
Gorgui Dieng
Marcin Gotart
Mike Bantom
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