Joe Lacob’s Fear of Post-Steph Curry Warriors Is Why Golden State Has Been Passive

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Joe Lacob’s Fear of Post-Steph Curry Warriors Is Why Golden State Has Been Passive

Lacob's fear of the Warriors' future after Stephen Curry retires is the biggest reason the franchise has refused to trade more draft picks for immediate help, according to Logan Murdock. Since Bob Myers' departure in 2023, Lacob has gained greater control over personnel decisions while prioritizing the post-Curry era over short-term moves that may not even win them a championship.

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