Kendrick Perkins is proposing that Stephen Curry should part ways with the Golden State Warriors.
Kendrick Perkins has highlighted the turbulent situation the Golden State Warriors are facing and suggests that Stephen Curry should be released from the surrounding issues. Perkins advocates for Curry to have an opportunity to contend in the latter part of his career within a more stable roster.
“Free him from all the BS that’s around him. You think about the situation between Klay Thompson and the front office with the contract tension they have. You look at Andrew Wiggins, who’s playing this year like he doesn’t give a damn. You’re watching a guy like Draymond Green that’s not reliable and acting out of character, embarrassing the franchise and the league. Steph don’t deserve this… We cannot waste Steph Curry’s valuable time while he’s still here.”
Perkins’ observation is accurate. Klay Thompson entered the season with high contract expectations but has significantly underperformed in the first quarter, averaging 15.4 points on 39.7% shooting, a notable decline from his 20+ point scoring average last season.
Andrew Wiggins, once considered a key player in their 2022 championship run, has struggled to maintain a rotational spot this season. His current averages of 12.1 points and 4.4 rebounds reflect a stark contrast to his performance in the 2022 Playoffs.
The most significant concern revolves around Draymond Green, who recently received an indefinite suspension for his punch on Jusuf Nurkic. This suspension leaves the Warriors without a clear timeline for the return of their defensive anchor.
With a 10-13 start to the season, the Warriors’ future appears uncertain. This challenging period may mark the potential end of their dynasty, necessitating a reconfiguration around Stephen Curry for future NBA contention. This could involve parting ways with Klay Thompson and potentially Draymond Green.
Stephen Curry Will Be A One-Club Man
Perkins advocates for Curry’s success and envisions him thriving on a different team. However, Curry holds an iconic status with the Golden State Warriors, and any decision to part ways with him could be a lasting regret for the franchise. The likelihood of Curry spending his entire career with a single team is low, unless he chooses to leave as a free agent or requests a trade.
For the Warriors to remain competitive, a scenario where they trade other players to build around Curry seems optimal. While other teams have successfully executed such pivots, the Warriors’ current pipeline of young players, including Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, and Brandin Podziemski, may not align with Curry’s immediate win-now timeline.
Parting ways with Klay Thompson appears increasingly likely, especially after he rejected a reported two-year, $48 million extension that is no longer available. While Draymond Green’s trade necessity is uncertain given his questionable value, if he continues to be a distraction, the Golden State Warriors may find themselves with no alternative but to consider such a move.
