The Golden State Warriors are nearing the end of the regular season, fighting for playoff seeding in a tough Western Conference.
With a 41-30 record, the team has demonstrated grit despite injuries and roster changes.
The addition of Jimmy Butler at the midpoint of the season has been a significant shot in the arm, but consistency is still paramount as they charge toward the playoffs.
In their latest game, the Warriors lost 124-115 to the Atlanta Hawks on March 22.
Playing without Stephen Curry, who is dealing with a left pelvic contusion, the team struggled to be able to slow down Atlanta’s offense.
Butler paced the Warriors with 25 points and 8 assists, with Moses Moody contributing 20 points, but it didn’t come in the form of a win.
The loss also reflected Golden State’s necessity for depth as they close out the end of the season with the remaining games.
Warriors maintain playoff pursuit amidst moves on roster
Keeping that in mind, an official roster move was made on Sunday by the Warriors, informing that they’ve signed forward Kevin Knox II to the rest of the season.
The PR department of the Warriors confirmed this signing.
“The Warriors have signed forward Kevin Knox II to a contract. Knox II previously signed a 10-day contract with the Warriors on February 19 and a second 10-day contract on March 1.”
Knox appeared in seven games during his 10-day stints, averaging 4 points and 1.6 rebounds per game.
His size, adaptability, and experience as a former No. 9 overall draft pick might be worth something as the Warriors gear up for the playoffs.
With Curry’s return imminent and Knox now contractually committed through the rest of the season, the Warriors will seek to recapture momentum in their next game against the Miami Heat.
As the postseason nears, each roster move is crucial, and Golden State is hoping Knox can offer much-needed support off the bench
