The Golden State Warriors have matched the contract offer submitted to restricted free agent guard Kelenna Azubuike by the Los Angeles Clippers, it was announced today by Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin. The Warriors had seven (7) days from receipt of the contract – Friday, July 18 – to match the offer from Los Angeles. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not announced. “We are pleased to have Kelenna back in the fold,” said Mullin. “He’s a young and talented player who has continued to improve during his two seasons with our team. His versatility, athleticism and ability to shoot the 3-pointer certainly fit our style of play. Additionally, we think he will continue to improve and expand his game.” The Golden State Warriors have matched the contract offer submitted to restricted free agent guard Kelenna Azubuike by the Los Angeles Clippers,
Well that was surprising. Why are the Warriors making this move? Did that Mo Evans signing actually go through? Why add another swingmen to an already full rotation? Why waste more cap space?
If nothing else I think this move signals one thing for sure – Monta Ellis is their long term solution at the point guard. They’re bringing in too many wings for a team that had any plans of letting him stay as an off-guard.
