Warriors 2024 Offseason Tracker: Dynamic Roster Moves and Updates
The Golden State Warriors have made significant changes during the 2024 offseason, highlighted by the first-ever six-team sign-and-trade deal in the history of the NBA. These moves reflect the Warriors’ strategy to blend experienced veterans with promising young talent while making tough decisions to part with long-time players.
Warriors’ Major Acquisitions and Departures
July 6: Six-Team Trade Brings Hield and Anderson
The Warriors acquired veteran forward Kyle Anderson and sharpshooting guard Buddy Hield in a landmark six-team trade. Anderson, 30, brings a decade of experience, having played 653 games with the Timberwolves, Grizzlies, and Spurs, averaging 6.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. Hield, 31, a prolific scorer, has averaged 15.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists over his eight-season career with the 76ers, Pacers, Kings, and Pelicans. This trade saw the departure of five-time All-Star Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks.
July 6: Draft Rights to Quinten Post
The Golden State secured the draft rights to center Quinten Post, the 52nd overall pick. Post, a standout at Boston College, averaged 17.0 points, 8.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.7 blocks in his final season, earning All-ACC Second Team and All-Defensive Team honors.
July 3: Signing of Reece Beekman
The Golden State signed rookie guard Reece Beekman to a two-way contract. Beekman, 22, showcased his defensive skills at the University of Virginia, becoming the school’s all-time leader in steals and earning consecutive ACC Defensive Player of the Year awards. His college career averages include 9.5 points, 5.0 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game.
June 30: Waiving Chris Paul
The Golden State waived veteran guard Chris Paul. Paul, 39, contributed 9.2 points, 6.8 assists, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game last season. His tenure with Golden State was brief, having been acquired from Washington in July 2023.
June 27: Acquisition of Lindy Waters III
The Golden State acquired guard Lindy Waters III from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for their 52nd pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Waters appeared in 38 games last season, averaging 3.6 points and 1.1 rebounds.
Additions:
- Buddy Hield
- Kyle Anderson
- Quinten Post
- Lindy Waters III
- Reece Beekman
Departures:
- Klay Thompson
- Chris Paul
The Golden State’s offseason moves reflect veteran leadership and youthful potential, aiming to build a balanced roster capable of competing at the highest level in the upcoming NBA season.
