Damian Lillard is finally able to go home, and the Warriors are not wasting time to make their interest know.
According to AndScape's Marc J. Spears, the Golden State Bucks have reportedly come into contact with nine All-Stars after they will abandon him to extend his remaining contract.
“The Warriors are one of the many teams that have come into contact with Damian Lillard,” Spears said on ESPN's NBA.
“[Damian Lillard] ecstatic. His agent told me that it was an incredible opportunity for him. He became a free agent two years ahead of schedule. ”@marcjspears After being exempted from the bucks, shared the wife's reaction pic.twitter.com/tieaownacj
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Lillard grew up in Oakland and played college dances at nearby Weber State, which has long been associated with the Bay Area.
Now, with his upcoming free agent and everyone who quits the official, the door opens for Dub Nation’s dream years.
Lillard's future was questioned after averaging 24.9 points per game in 58 games last season. But, increasingly optimistic, he could have been much earlier than expected. “There are speculations that he (Lillard) may come back in the All-Star Game,” Spears added.
The 34-year-old spent 11 seasons as the face of the Portland Trail Blazers before being traded to Milwaukee in 2023.
Now, just two years later, he is another free agent, and rarely chooses the next chapter without having to worry about wage negotiations. Lillard will still receive his full salary due to the rules, even if he signed the league elsewhere.
That can bring real shots to the Warriors. They have signed Stephen Curry for two seasons on their contract, but even in the sixth place or character’s ability, pairing with Lillard will immediately improve their title. For Lillard, it was an opportunity to chase the champions near home.
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