Warriors continue with frustrating Giannis Antetokounmpo decision that fans will hate

The Golden State Warriors have made no offseason signings nearly three weeks into free agency, creating frustration among fans. Their inactivity partly stems from deliberations about Jonathan Kuminga's future, with the front office reportedly demanding a young player and a first-round pick in any trade involving him. However, the organization's refusal to relinquish their own draft assets is hindering potential deals that could improve the roster.

This reluctance appears linked to the Warriors' long-standing but unrealistic pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Despite Milwaukee's recent uncertainty, no substantive trade discussions have occurred. Analyst Tim Kawakami reports Golden State is preserving future first-round picks specifically for a hypothetical Antetokounmpo acquisition, referencing this strategy on the Warriors Plus Minus Podcast.

Significant obstacles exist to acquiring Antetokounmpo: there's no indication he'll become available, especially after Milwaukee's roster moves like waiving Damian Lillard to sign Myles Turner, which may convince him to stay. Even if traded, younger teams with superior assets could outbid Golden State, unless Antetokounmpo exclusively demands a move to the Bay Area.

Meanwhile, the Warriors' inaction risks squandering opportunities to bolster their veteran core of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green. With the 37-year-old Curry's championship window closing rapidly, the team's focus on a speculative Antetokounmpo trade may prevent them from pursuing realistic upgrades.

The franchise's approach would only be justified if they successfully land Antetokounmpo. Otherwise, their current strategy appears detrimental, prioritizing an improbable scenario over tangible roster improvements during a critical competitive period.