The Golden State Warriors have been rumored to have interest in 6'8" wing Karim Lopez with the No. 11 pick of the 2026 draft.
ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel reported that he actually isn't likely to be Golden State's pick.
Siegel wrote that the Warriors are "not as high" on Lopez as other players. He mentioned Yaxel Lendeborg, Cameron Carr, Aday Mara, Nate Ament, Kingston Flemings, Brayden Burries and Hannes Steinbach as more realistic options.
Lopez Is More Raw Than Other Prospects in Dubs' Range
Siegel didn't report why the Warriors cooled on Lopez, but it makes sense considering Golden State's decision-makers have telegraphed that they want an immediate impact contributor, and Lopez is one of the most raw players in the class.
Lopez is just 19 years old. In time, he could be a point forward who can slash to the basket, break down the defense with his passing and consistently make threes.
But right now, his passing and shooting aren't developed enough to make defenses focus on anything other than his slashing.
If the Warriors take him, it wouldn't be a massive reach. But as Siegel reported, Lopez's range is from 10 to 22 in the first round. So it might feel like a slight reach to grab him at 11.
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