It is possible that since Saturday afternoon, the Warriors’ front office this October has not considered signing Isaiah Thomas into free agency.
And it’s entirely possible that Golden State management hasn’t changed their mindset despite what the 31-year-old said on social media over the weekend.
I need action for warriors. I will serve from the bank !!! https://t.co/0dnyLQHdJD
– Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) August 15, 2020
Just knew I could help alil bit https://t.co/HiHY41kDwx
– Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) August 17, 2020
But assuming the Warriors are interested in adding the 5-foot-9 guard, that would make some sense.
Let’s start by acknowledging that it certainly sounds like Thomas has the right perspective when it comes to his future. He did not tweet that he would have to start and play 30-plus minutes per game. He knows he would come off the bench and deliver a specific role – one that the Warriors would have to fill, depending on what else happens this offseason.
There may be nights when coach Steve Kerr Thomas does not put in the game. If he’s totally OK with that and willing to do what’s asked of him, he’s going to be a great veteran in the locker room.
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Furthermore, the two-time NBA All-Star would not break the bank because he would come on board via a minimum contract. And depending on what happens to his brand, maybe the Warriors could sign him on a non-guaranteed deal. This could give the franchise a good look at him in training camp – and maybe even the first few months of the season – before he makes a decision.
Another thing that supports Thomas’ case is the fact that he shot a career-high 41.3 percent from 3-point territory this past season at 4.7 attempts per game. That is not a small sample size, and there is reason to believe that mark can be replicated.
In addition, there is something to be said for a player who feels he has a lot to prove his strengths with an organization that is incredibly motivated to return to championships. That that would definitely be a match.
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 https://t.co/igrHmFYSaF
– Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) August 15, 2020
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That being said, there are legitimate concerns about Thomas’ health and his defense capabilities. We know how much general manager Bob Myers has the length on the perimeter, and he may not even be able to afford to sign a small guard like Thomas.
No matter what happens, you really hope the no. 60 general pick from the 2011 NBA Draft gets another chance and flourishes somewhere.
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