“They show appreciation for when I’m doing all the small stuff. I ain’t doing all the crazy dunks and stuff like that,” said Kevon Looney after the emphatic performance last night. The Warriors had a magical game on Wednesday, defeating the OKC Thunder for the second time this season. It wasn’t magical because they defeated the top-seeding team but the way the team got the job done. The team’s core and the real ones, GP2, Kevon Looney, and Andrew Wiggins, came together pitched in at crucial times, and made it possible.
However, one of them is currently nervous. It’s Loons. The Warriors’ rebounding machine, after the game, felt that his time at Bay may come to an end.
The center hasn’t donned any jersey other than Dubs’ in his 10-season-long career. He has seen the ups and downs of the side while collecting three rings. Last night, Kevon Looney, along with Payton and Wiggins, played like it was one of their last games for the franchise. Especially, Looney, who has been off the starting lineup for a while, lodged up 18 points (5-7 FG) with four blocks, coming off the bench. The performance seemed like a plea to the front office, stating that the 6 ‘9 tall body has still a lot to offer for the side.
Following the game, Looney didn’t hesitate to open up about his anxiety. “I want to stay,” said the big man, expressing his wish. He further added, “I’ve been here long enough. My locker mate’s changed a lot of times. It might be my time. Who knows? That’s the NBA. I definitely will not be sleeping that night, whenever that time is for the trade deadline. I’m gonna be up,” reported The Athletic.
While Loon has let fate decide for himself, what’s the actual trade situation? Will this be his farewell night? Let’s find out.
Will the Warriors get rid of Kevon Looney?
A few days ago, Stephen Curry shocked everyone when he said he didn’t want to mortgage the team’s future. Looks like Joe Lacob & Co. didn’t take the hint. February 6th, 3 PM ET, that’s the deadline. That’s when we know whether the Warriors would stick with what they have or break some hearts in the NBA world.
Jan 20, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevon Looney (5) drives to the hoop against the Boston Celtics in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
The Warriors have been on the trade block since the start of the season. In short, the team has been looking for a co-star alongside Steph to care of the offense business. Especially after the exit of Klay Thompson, the team didn’t seem to have found a perfect replacement. While a bunch of options like Zach LaVine, Jimmy Butler, and Brandon Ingram kept making their cameos in the trade rumors. The team finally has a realistic and effective option in the rumor mill. It’s the Pacers’ Myles Turner.
The 6 ’11 big has already been excessively rumored to be joining the Lakers but the Dubs have also entered the room. With Loon and GP2 in expiring contracts, the Dubs may give them up for the offense-dominant center. Will it be Loon’s end then? What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.
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