Every NBA offseason comes with its fair share of surprise rumors and bold moves, and this one’s already heating up fast. Teams across the league are doing everything they can to strengthen their rosters for a big run next season and the Golden State Warriors are right in the mix.
Fresh off the shocking news that Damian Lillard is suddenly back on the market after his stint with the Bucks came to an unexpected end, word is now swirling that the Warriors might be eyeing the nine-time All-Star. Could the Bay Area be Dame’s next stop? It has definitely got people talking.
According to ESPN's Marc Spears, the Warriors have an interest in the 34-year-old. Lillard’s future is one of those stories that has everyone leaning in right now especially after how things went down with the Bucks. The report on X garnered some interesting views from the Warriors' fans. Let's take a look at what they have to say.
One fan said, "GIVE ME GIANNIS PLEASE"
Another fan added, "I wish this would happen but sadly not"
"great two guards that can shoot and play zero defense"- commented a fan with a brutal reality check on the situation.
Another fan with a more realistic approach to the situation said, "Literally would never happen btw"
"They ain't doing nothing"- added a fan
"Dame won’t play for the entire year bro, better off getting some decent role players and a center!"- from a concerned fan.
He tore his Achilles during Milwaukee’s playoff run, which was brutal enough, but then the Bucks waived him and stretched his $113 million contract so they could sign Myles Turner instead. Now, Dame’s expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season while he recovers.
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Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard reacts after making a basket.
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For Warriors fans, the idea of bringing Lillard back home to the Bay is a pretty sweet thought — pairing him up with Steph Curry would be a dream for anyone who loves seeing jaw-dropping shooting nights. But when you look closer, there’s a lot to weigh.
By the time Dame’s ready to go, he’ll be 36, and Steph will be 38. That’s two undersized, aging guards trying to run the show. Plus, an Achilles tear is no joke, especially at this stage in his career. It makes you wonder: how much of vintage Dame could we really see again?