New York Knicks rookie Kristaps Porzingis defends Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki. (Photo : Getty Images/Al Bello)
The Golden State Warriors were poised to win it all after a record- breaking season. However, they suffered an epic collapse in the Finals and the management is probably looking if they should make some changes once off-season begins.
The Warriors broke the 95-96 Chicago Bulls team record of most wins in a season of 72-10 by posting a 73-9 record. However, they failed to achieve the ultimate goal which is the NBA title. Up 3-1, the team found themselves lost after Draymond Green's suspension in game 5 as well as Andrew Bogut's knee injury which rendered him out for the whole season.
The Cavs were able to capitalize in this opportunity and they succeeded on winning three straight games to ultimately take game 7 of the series. Stunned, the Warriors are now in a situation where they will have to carefully assess what worked and what did not during the course of the season.
Owner Joe Lacob has made it known that they are willing to spend just to keep a winning team, Yahoo Sports learned. That pertains to forward Harrison Barnes, who will be a restricted free agent. The 24 year-old wingman was previously offered a sizeable contract but decided to decline as he felt that he deserves more.
Teams are expected to make a run on the forward and it may cost the Warriors a lot should they match any offer. Moreover, Festus Ezeli will also become a free agent and is considered as one of their young cornerstones. It will be interesting to see if the Warriors will let their key pieces walk or they will stick with their game plan.
Meanwhile, the teams have already expressed their interest on future Hall-of-Famer Dirk Nowitzki, who is set to become a free agent this off-season, Bleacher Report reported. However, Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is expected to join the bidding war for his long-time superstar and friend.
Although some may think that another offensive threat is not what they need, the team intends to bolster their line-up with veterans that could help their campaign next season. Here are some highlights of the gut-wrenching game 7 action between the Cavaliers and the Warriors.
