The Golden State Warriors have been linked to several veteran guards this offseason. With their bench in need of stability and shooting, names like Malcolm Brogdon have circulated as possible fits. But one analyst doesn’t see that happening.
Warriors Quiet as Former 6MOY Linked Elsewhere
Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty ImagesMalcolm Brogdon could draw interest from the Minnesota Timberwolves.
In his projections of the top available free agents, Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus predicted that the former Sixth Man of the Year will sign with the Minnesota Timberwolves. According to Pincus, Minnesota needs support behind Mike Conley, and Brogdon checks every box.
That leaves Golden State on the outside looking in. The Warriors have been extremely quiet this offseason, still waiting on clarity around Jonathan Kuminga’s future and Al Horford’s decision. While other contenders have reloaded, Golden State is left juggling cap concerns and a thin guard rotation.
Why the Warriors Were a Natural Fit
Even in a season shortened by injuries, Brogdon averaged 12.7 points and 4.1 assists in 24 games with the Washington Wizards. And throughout his career, he’s been one of the most efficient guards in the league—part of the exclusive 50-40-90 club. He’s known for defending well and draining catch-and-shoot threes.
That’s exactly the stabilizing presence the Warriors’ second unit has been missing. A guard who can play on or off the ball, hit open shots, and bring defensive reliability. With his experience, it’s easy to see why Brogdon felt like a natural plug for Golden State.
What It Means for Golden State
GettyStephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Gary Payton II of the Golden State Warriors.
If Pincus is right and Brogdon ends up in Minnesota, the Warriors are left looking for answers in the backcourt once again. They’ve been more heavily linked to other free agents—names like De’Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II, and Seth Curry—that fit their cap situation and rotation needs.
For now, it’s another reminder of how quiet Golden State’s offseason has been. While rivals have added depth, the Warriors continue to wait. And with training camp approaching, the window to make noise is shrinking fast.
The bigger unknown is how much money the Warriors will actually have to pursue free agents once the Kuminga situation is resolved. It’s still unclear how much of the cap will be available. And whether Kuminga will take the two-year deal offered to him or bet on himself with the qualifying offer.
Betting on the Inside
The other option is internal development. That would mean banking on Moses Moody taking another leap, trusting Brandin Podziemski to lead the second unit, and Draymond Green staying healthy. Rather than spending on veterans with injury baggage. That kind of patience could pay off. Or it could leave Golden State lagging behind as the Western Conference gets stronger.
And if the Warriors do stay internal, the margin for error gets razor thin. They’ll be betting on health. On youth. On chemistry. All in a conference stacked with depth. One wrong step — a Draymond suspension, an injury setback, or Moody and Podziemski not being ready — could make the gap between Golden State and the West’s elite feel wider than ever.
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