The Golden State Warriors finally welcomed a heavyweight player, and after Klay left for Dallas, the Warriors management finally couldn't help but make a big splash, this time setting their sights on the free agent market, signing Kyle Anderson, a talented forward.
The Warriors have made a bloody investment this time, with $27 million over three years to bring Kyle Anderson, a versatile forward, to his team. This contract can only be said to be a temporary pain relief for the Warriors, and the Warriors still need further reinforcements. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski revealed that there's a trick in the contract — the third year is non-guaranteed, which is like buying insurance for the Warriors and if Anderson doesn't fit by then, they can deal with it.
In order to get Anderson, the Warriors not only sent away future second-round picks, but also hitched a ride in cash. The deal was made by the Warriors using the exception of the players who were traded after Klay Thompson's departure. I have to say that the management of the Warriors is really shrewd and can always find treasures in the player market.
Anderson's two seasons with the Timberwolves were not impressive, and his versatility and high basketball IQ made him an indispensable member of the team. Especially against the Boston Celtics, he started the game and scored a season-high 17 points, along with eight rebounds and five assists.
Don't look at Anderson is 30 years old, his performance on the field is not lost to the youngsters at all. His assists rate is a career-high 25 percent, and his defensive efficiency is also a bargain, ranking fourth in the league in defensive plus/minus and twelfth in defensive efficiency last season. This kind of defensive stalwart is exactly what the Warriors need.
In the Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, Anderson shone even more, recording a career-high three steals in the playoffs. After the game, he humorously said, "I'm really a point guard in real life, but I've grown to 6'9", so you can let me play a lot of different positions." This kind of confidence and humor is what the Warriors value.
Anderson's basketball career has been varied, starting with the San Antonio Spurs, to the Memphis Grizzlies, to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and his footsteps have taken him to many corners of the NBA. In the 2020-21 season, he averaged a career-high 12.4 points per game, which was the only time in his 10-year career that he averaged more than 10 points per game in a single season.
Now, Anderson is about to start a new chapter with the Warriors. His height of 6'9" and weight of 230 pounds make him capable of playing multiple positions on the court. His addition will undoubtedly enhance the Warriors' frontcourt strength and bring more possibilities to the team.
Warriors fans, are you ready for this new addition? Not only does he have excellent basketball skills, but he also has a heart that never admits defeat. The addition of Kyle Anderson has brought new vitality and hope to the Warriors. The veteran will show off his basketball acumen and competitive spirit on the Warriors' court. The future of the Warriors, with the addition of Anderson, has become even more exciting.