Baron Davis broke the hearts of Golden State Warriors fans across the Bay Area today, opting out of his contract with the Warriors and reaching an agreement to play for the Los Angeles Clippers for $65 million over 5 years. Why, Baron? Why?
Less than 24 hours after telling coach Don Nelson he was going to stay with the Warriors, Davis decided to do the opposite and is now heading to his hometown Clippers. However, it seems like the tables are turning for the gleefully smug Clippers. Now, it appears that the Warriors have offered current Clipper Elton Brand a max contract to become a Warrior. Eat that, LA's least favorite team.
I don't really want to focus on the Warriors bidding war with the Clippers, but instead future prospects for the Warriors. First of all, Baron Davis still cannot technically sign with the Clippers until July 9, but it seems unlikely that the Warriors will attempt to bring Davis back. This makes them a major player in the free agent market this year, and with stars such as Brand and former Warrior Gilbert Arenas on the market, things could get interesting. In fact, the Warriors, in addition to offering Brand a max contract (WAAAAAY more mula than the Clippers are willing to part with), the Warriors have also offered Gilbert Arenas a contract worth a reported $100 million. Of course, the Wizards have reportedly one-upped the Warriors by offering Arenas a deal worth $120 million, but who knows what will transpire over the next few days.
I think that Arenas would really be a great addition for the Warriors, taking over Baron's spot as the PG. Arenas, although a little more selfish of a player than Davis, is possibly more skilled despite the fact that he is coming off of a major knee surgery. Then again, this ruins Monta Ellis' plan to become the face of the Warriors. Brand, on the other hand, would be an interesting player for the Warriors to acquire. He would provide a much-needed post presence, but doesn't really fit Nellie's small-ball offense. Are the Warriors preparing for the post-Nelson era?
Everything is up in the air right now, so it's impossible to make any conclusions about the future of the Warriors or the rest of the Pacific Division. But I ask you, what should the Warriors do? Are Arenas or Brand the right answer? Should they attempt to win Baron back from the Clippers? Where does Monta Ellis fit in? The Warriors have some decisions to make.
If Baron does indeed leave the Warriors, check back in for a Top 5 Baron Davis moments on Wednesday. Until then, pray for the Warriors to make a good move!
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