Overnight, the Warriors' reinforcement plan encountered another setback. Markkanen finally chose to stay with the Jazz, while the Warriors seemed to be struggling in the offseason adjustments, and the shortcomings of the lineup became increasingly obvious. Facing the tight window at the end of Curry's career, the Warriors management showed unprecedented determination and vowed to win another championship for him.

With the Warriors' many unsuccessful attempts in the free market, including the fruitless rumors with George, the unexpected loss of Paul, and Markkanen's contract extension, the Warriors' internal problems are still unresolved, and their outside firepower also appears to be stretched thin. Klay's departure has exacerbated the team's offensive difficulties. Although the addition of Hield brings a certain outside threat, it is obviously not enough to fill the Warriors' current gap.

In this context, the Warriors management turned their attention to the Nets, but this time the target was no longer Bojan Bogdanovic, but the 2.21-meter-tall inside giant Clarkston. Claxton is known for his excellent physical condition and dominance at the basket. His addition will directly solve the Warriors' long-term interior shortcomings and provide strong support for the team's defense and rebound protection.

The Warriors management knows that if they want to win another championship at the end of Curry's career, they must make bold and decisive decisions. Claxton's height and wingspan will become a natural barrier for the Warriors on the defensive end. At the same time, he also has certain scoring ability on the offensive end, which can enrich the Warriors' tactical system. Lacob also said that he would continue to spend another billion US dollars!

In the next two months, the Warriors management will take more active actions in the free market, trying to recruit Claxton through trade or other means. For the Warriors, this is not only an attempt to strengthen the lineup, but also a tribute and continuation of the Curry era. In the fiercely competitive Western Conference, the Warriors need every player to go all out to stand on the championship podium again.