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Moses Moody could replace Klay Thompson in Warriors’ starting lineup

Moses Moody could potentially replace Klay Thompson in the Golden State Warriors starting lineup next season.

Klay Thompson is entering unrestricted free agency. The Golden State Warriors are widely expected to re-sign the veteran sharpshooter. Earlier this season, Thompson had a stretch of games in which he came off the Warriors bench as Steve Kerr looked to find a balance within his rotation.

Thompson could find himself occupying a bench role more consistently next season, with Moses Moody replacing him in the starting lineup. Moody has been patiently waiting for a bigger role within the Warriors rotation over the past couple of years.

“It could very well be somebody on the roster,” Kerr said. “I think our young guys are going to continue to get better. For a while we started Brandin (Podziemski) instead of Klay. So that’s a possibility. Maybe Moses moves into the starting lineup. … He’s a really good player, and he’s a young player who still has a lot of room for growth. Decision-making at both ends needs to improve. Quicker decisions. Quicker rotations defensively. Recognition of patterns.”

The Warriors boast several talented young players ready for bigger roles. Moody is among that contingent. With Thompson showing upside as a bench scorer, it could make sense for Kerr to make that role permanent, should the veteran remain in the Bay Area.

Moody, 21, could thrive in a more prominent role for Golden State, especially if he’s sharing the court with some of the team’s more experienced veterans. Whether Thompson would be willing to re-sign for a bench role will remain to be seen.

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Warriors expected to find bigger role for Moses Moody

The Golden State Warriors are expected to find a bigger role for the impressive young wing next season.

Moses Moody has struggled to earn a consistent spot in the Golden State Warriors rotation. He played in 66 games for Steve Kerr’s team this season, averaging 8.1 points, 3 rebounds and 0.9 assists per game on 46.2% shooting from the field and 36% shooting from 3-point range.

Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. believes Moody’s struggles have been due to the Warriors’ depth in his position. He’s been fighting an uphill battle since the franchise acquired him with the 14th pick in the 2021 NBA draft. However, Dunleavy noted the front office and coaching staff will explore options to open additional playing time for Moody heading into next season.

“Yeah, I think the good and bad of the situation with Moses is, first he’s improved, he’s gotten a lot better, and on top of it, I think any issues with him playing, frankly, is a result of our depth, which is also a good thing,” Dunleavy Jr. said. “But in the end, you’re right, he hasn’t probably played as much as we would like and there hasn’t been a clear enough path. So that will be something we’ll look at. I think it’s really important coming into Year 4 for him that there is some reasonable playing time available for him where he can impact our team and be out there and continue to improve, and I think that’s a fair thing.”

Moody has shown flashes of his upside when given the opportunity to play consistent minutes. He could be the scoring punch the Warriors need off the bench. And he’s proven capable of stepping into the starting lineup when Kerr’s team is in a pinch.

If the Warriors are unable to find a legitimate role for Moody heading into next season, it will be interesting to see if they keep him around. After all, if he wants to reach his full potential, he needs to be on the court and experiencing all the different highs and lows the NBA provides. The front office has some tough decisions to make.

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Injury Report: Draymond Green, Moses Moody questionable vs. Grizzlies on Wednesday

A pair of key contributors for the Warriors are listed as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Grizzlies.

For the second contest of a three-game homestand, the Golden State Warriors have a pair of key contributors listed on the injury report before they welcome the Memphis Grizzlies to the Bay Area on Wednesday evening.

Both Draymond Green and Moses Moody are listed as questionable. Green is dealing with lower back soreness while Moody is listed as having left knee soreness.

Via @anthonyVslater on X, formerly known as Twitter:

Green missed Golden State’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks in Texas on Wednesday of last week due to lower back soreness. However, Green returned for the Warriors’ previous two games against the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks.

On Monday against the Knicks, Green played 31 minutes, recording two points, eight rebounds and five assists in the Warriors’ 119-112 loss.

If Green is unavailable, the Warriors could insert rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis into the starting lineup in the frontcourt. Jackson-Davis is coming off another impressive performance, tallying 19 points on a perfect 9-of-9 shooting from the field in 26 minutes off the bench against the Knicks.

The Warriors are set to meet the Grizzlies on Wednesday at 7 p.m. PT in San Francisco.

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Steve Kerr gives update on Moses Moody’s playing time

Steve Kerr has admitted that Moses Moody will remain part of the Golden State Warriors rotation, despite Andrew Wiggins return.

Moses Moody has impressed during Andrew Wiggins‘ absence. The third-year wing was thrust in the Golden State Warriors starting lineup during their Eastern Conference road trip. He averaged 12 points, 4 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 50% from the field and 40% from 3-point range.

As such, Steve Kerr intends to keep Moody in the rotation despite Wiggins likely reclaiming his spot within the starting lineup. Kerr’s comments came after a team practice session on Tuesday, when he noted how Moody’s professionalism has ensured he remains ready when opportunities arise. During the media availability, Kerr also praised Moody’s improvements on the defensive end.

“He’s earned it,” Kerr said. “He’s really just been so professional about everything since the day he walked into this building 2 1/2 years ago. He’s a pro. I’m excited to continue to get him some minutes. … He understands personnel. He understands angles and how to guard people on the ball, off the ball. All that stuff, for young players, it takes time to learn. And the learning never stops. You’re constantly having to get to know the new players in the league, and how teams are playing and what actions they’re running. He’s very well prepared for everything that comes his way.”

It’s unclear how many minutes Moody will get within Kerr’s rotation. The Warriors’ roster is deep and littered with productive talent. However, as the franchise continues to see its younger stars blossom, it makes sense Kerr would explore ways to ensure Moody gets more playing time, especially in light of his recent production.

The Warriors face the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. Moody will likely be part of the Warriors’ bench rotation. Given his success in the starting unit, it will be interesting to see how he handles facing second-string talent alongside Chris Paul and Klay Thompson.

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Chris Paul praises Moses Moody’s defensive effort against the Knicks

The veteran point guard praised Moses Moody’s defensive performance during the Warriors’ win over the Knicks on Thursday.

With Andrew Wiggins out due to personal reasons, third-year wing Moses Moody has been elevated into the Golden State Warriors’ starting lineup. Despite inconsistent minutes and being in and out of the Warriors’ rotation, Moody has had back-to-back impressive performances alongside Golden State’s starters.

During the Warriors’ victory over the Knicks on Thursday, Moody tallied eight points on 3-of-9 shooting from the field with four rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 26 minutes. Moody was a key contributor in Golden State’s defensive effort that limited the Knicks to only 99 points on Thursday. Moody finished the game with a team-high +23 against the Knicks.

Following the game, Chris Paul praised Moody’s defensive performance. The veteran point guard credited Moody’s defense on Knicks All-Star guard Jalen Brunson.

Moses [Moody] did a great job. Also, the bigs — Draymond always does a great job. When you’re guarding Jalen [Brunson], it’s hard to guard him 1-on-1, it takes team defense. Moses, it was a block that he got on Jalen that rarely happens. Jalen does a great job at creating space. It’s tough guarding him for a full game. But the guys did a great job.

Via @NBCSWarriors on Twitter:

In his two recent spot starts, Moody is averaging 10 points on 43/.8% shooting from the field with 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 24 minutes per contest.

If Wiggins continues to miss time, the Warriors will likely continue to lean on the former first-round pick out of Arkansas.

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Watch: Moses Moody drops Landry Shamet

Moses Moody produced a highlight play as he sent Landry Shamet tumbling to the floor before draining a pull-up 3.

Moses Moody was thrust into the Golden State Warriors’ starting lineup against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. He replaced the injured Andrew Wiggins. It was his fifth start of the season and his 43rd appearance. Despite having inconsistent minutes of late, Moody has produced at a high level when given the opportunity. Once again, he didn’t disappoint.

In 22 minutes of playing time, Moody provided the Warriors with 12 points, three rebounds, one assist and two steals. He shot 57.1%, with all of his attempts coming from 3-point range. There’s no denying Moody’s performance was impressive. However, his snatch-back 3-point shot against Landry Shamet in transition will be what he’s remembered for in that game.

Moody’s quick display of skill rapidly turned into a highlight as he sent Shamet to the floor before sinking his pull-up jumper from the strong side corner.

[Highlight] Moses Moody drops Landry Shamet and drills in the 3Highlight
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You can watch the highlight play by clicking on the embedded video above.

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Injury Report: Warriors’ Moses Moody cleared to return vs. Nets on Monday

The Warriors will be getting some much-needed reinforcements before meeting the Nets on the road on Monday.

For the last several games, the Golden State Warriors have been without a trio of key pieces with Chris Paul, Gary Payton II and Moses Moody all missing time due to injury.

On Monday, when they travel to New York to meet the Brooklyn Nets, the Warriors will welcome back one of their missing pieces. After missing nine games due to a calf strain injury, Moses Moody has been cleared to return for Monday’s contest against the Nets.

Via @anthonyVslater on Twitter:

Although Moody is set to return, Andrew Wiggins is listed as doubtful. Wiggins exited Saturday’s overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks and was ruled out for the remainder of the game due to an ankle injury.

The Warriors are set to meet the Nets on Monday at 4:30 p.m. PT in Brooklyn.

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3 Warriors who are most likely to be moved at the trade deadline

Here are three members of the Golden State Warriors who could be traded ahead of the February 8 trade deadline.

The Golden State Warriors are widely expected to make a trade ahead of the February 8 deadline. Steve Kerr‘s team has stuttered throughout the season’s first half, currently sitting 12th in the Western Conference with an 18-21 record. As such, there have been multiple rumors making their way around the news cycle surrounding potential trades that could take place.

The Warriors have multiple trade assets at their disposal. Mike Dunleavy Jr. could decide to dangle some of the younger talent on the roster in a potential trade for a ready-made upgrade from a team that’s looking to re-tool or rebuild. Or, he could look to move on a proven veteran in a bigger deal that also restructures some of the cap sheet.

Whatever Dunleavy decides to do, it will likely have an effect on how the second half of the season will unfold. However, before dreaming of who could be heading to the Bay Area, it’s wise to take stock of whose time with the Warriors could be nearing an end.

Injury Report: Moses Moody (calf strain) out for Warriors’ four-game road trip

The third-year wing is set to miss the Warriors’ upcoming four-game road swing due to a calf strain.

With Chris Paul and Draymond Green already sidelined, the Golden State Warriors will be without another key piece during their upcoming four-game road swing.

Prior to meeting the Chicago Bulls on Friday, Steve Kerr announced that Moses Moody would be out for the Warriors’ four-game road trip due to a left calf strain.

Via @NBCSWarriors on Twitter:

Moody suffered his injury in the fourth quarter of the Warriors’ blowout loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday evening in San Francisco. Moody will be re-evaluated in 10 days.

Via @WarriorsPR on Twitter:

Moody is coming off back-to-back strong performances, scoring 21 points in two straight contests against the Pelicans and Toronto Raptors.

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Jonathan Kuminga or Moses Moody would interest the Raptors

The Toronto Raptors could be interested in a potential trade for one of the Golden State Warriors best young talents.

The Golden State Warriors have been linked to a trade for Pascal Siakam of the Toronto Raptors. The veteran forward is in the final year of his contract and will become an unrestricted free agent this summer. While the trade would come with some risks, Golden State needs fresh talent, having already lost 20 games this season.

According to Matt Moore of The Action Network, a deal centered around Andrew Wiggins and either Jonathan Kuminga or Moses Moody would likely be enough to get a deal over the line.

“Two league sources this week said that the Raptors would have an interest in Jonathan Kuminga or Moses Moody as the centerpiece of a deal,” Moore wrote. “A deal would bring back Andrew Wiggins, who would instantly become hugely popular alongside RJ Barrett as a native Canadian. … Siakam would work well in Steve Kerr’s system and would not face the same kind of harsh eye Kuminga has, which has sparked drama this season.”

It’s worth noting Marc Stein recently reported Siakam’s desire to test free agency this summer. A primary reason for doing so is any team that acquired him via trade would be limited to offering him a two-year deal, as opposed to the four-year contract he could sign as a free agent in the off-season.

“Any team that trades for Siakam before the Feb. 8 buzzer — now that we’ve passed Dec. 30 — can only offer him a two-year extension,” Stein reported. “Word is Siakam, if he’s dealt, is unlikely to sign off on a two-year extension and would prefer, again, to proceed to unrestricted free agency.”

With the risk of Siakam walking away for nothing in the summer, the Warriors will be unlikely to part ways with one of their best young talents. They would need a verbal commitment that Siakam would be willing to re-sign in the summer.

Nevertheless, it’s becoming increasingly likely the Warriors make a trade in the coming weeks. Who they trade for is a question that we may not have an answer to in the near future.

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