The Golden State Warriors are approaching a crucial juncture in their dynasty era, facing an offseason riddled with questions. 

However, it appears we’re already beginning to receive some answers. 

“The Warriors are operating under the assumption that both Draymond Green and Jordan Poole can again be on the same roster and push towards the same championship goal next season without issue,” reported The Atheltic’s Anthony Slater.

To put it bluntly, that would be a mistake. 

Jordan Poole was unplayable for a large portion of the season. But after the signing of a $128M extension, Golden State had no choice but to ride the 23-year-old. 

Now they do have a choice. 

What the Warriors really need is a new, consistent secondary option or a revamped bench and a fresh batch of win-now role players ready to complement the Big Three. After Klay Thompson’s complete disappearance in the NBA playoffs, it’s clear that he should no longer be trusted as the second option for a championship-caliber team.

Should the Warriors decide to make a move, some interesting names would be O.G. Anunuboy from the Toronto Raptors or Markelle Fultz from the Orlando Magic. A more ambitious target and a perfect addition to this group could be Pascal Siakam.

No one is questioning Golden State’s ability to win a championship. With superstar Stephen Curry remaining at the zenith of his powers, it would be foolish to dismiss the Warriors — even if they do decide to run it back.

However, what transpired last summer and the subsequent issues throughout the season demonstrate how challenging it can be to succeed with a team that lacks significant cohesion and obvious chemistry. 

Look at the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets. They’ve arguably been the two most in-sync teams in the NBA this season and they’re battling it out in the NBA finals. That’s no coincidence. It’s what is required to hoist a banner.