Golden State Warriors are currently more interested in Malik Monk than DeMar DeRozan, despite DeRozan’s veteran status and Hall of Fame résumé.
Golden State Warriors have been linked to multiple names this offseason, with Malik Monk and DeMar DeRozan often mentioned as possible targets.
Malik Monk
Malik Monk
Position: SG
Age: 27
Height: 191 cm
Weight: 91 kg
Birth place: Arkansas, United States of America
While DeRozan’s veteran presence and Hall of Fame résumé might seem like a natural fit, recent reporting suggests the Warriors are leaning more toward Monk as a realistic option.
Speaking on the matter, Allen Stiles of Bleacher Report posed the question many fans have wondered about.
“As far as you know and as far as we've been told, the Warriors, even if Jonathan Kuminga were to take the two-year deal, the Warriors would be, I guess, more in on Malik Monk than DeMar Rozan, or could they be swayed by maybe his vet status?” He asked on Sactown Sports 1140.
“He's a future Hall of Famer. Is there any world where DeMar DeRozan could excite them at any point in time?”
NBA insider Brett Siegel was quick to provide his perspective, noting that Golden State’s priorities appear set for now.
“Right now, I would say no before the season, but obviously when the season starts, we don't know what's going to happen.”
That leaves Malik Monk as the more realistic target at the moment, with the Warriors valuing his scoring punch and perimeter spacing over DeRozan’s midrange-heavy game and veteran leadership.
Still, as Siegel pointed out, circumstances could always shift once the season tips off, especially if the Warriors’ offense struggles or if injuries change their needs.
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