Golden State Warriors GM Defends Quiet Offseason Amid Criticism
The Golden State Warriors haven't made many noteworthy moves this offseason, but it isn't for a lack of trying. Speaking to reporters at a press conference, Golden State Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. was asked why the front office hasn't been very aggressive in free agency or the trade market to land new players. But Dunleavy pushed back on that notion, suggesting that fans aren't in the know of just how aggressive they have been.
As the team gears up for the new season, the Warriors are yet to sign a new player to the team. All their signings have been re-signing players who were on the team last season. De'Anthony Melton, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, Charles Bassey, and Draymond Green have been the only players the Warriors have secured to new deals for next season. Along with them, the Warriors drafted Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Dunleavy emphasized that the team has been 'super aggressive' in their pursuit of new players. He pointed out that players and teams haven't been as cooperative as they would have hoped. The Warriors missed out on LeBron James in free agency, who snubbed them in favour of signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Dunleavy also stated that the team has been making 'cold calls' to offer players and teams deals. He believes that fans don't realize just how hard the team has been trying to improve the roster. The Warriors are yet to make any major roster moves this year, but Dunleavy is confident that they can improve the team in the middle of the season.
As things stand, the Warriors are yet to sign a new player to the team. All their signings have been re-signing players who were on the team last season. De'Anthony Melton, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, Charles Bassey, and Draymond Green have been the only players the Warriors have secured to new deals for next season. Along with them, the Warriors drafted Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Last result: LA Clippers 115-110 Golden State Warriors (2026-04-13). Recent form (last 5): 0W-0D-5L (LLLLL, most recent first); lost the last 5.
The Warriors are yet to make any major roster moves this year, but Dunleavy is confident that they can improve the team in the middle of the season. Dunleavy emphasized that the team has been 'super aggressive' in their pursuit of new players.
The Warriors are gearing up for the new season, and fans are eager to see how the team will perform. With Dunleavy's confidence in the team's ability to improve the roster, it will be interesting to see what moves the team makes in the coming weeks.
