In a shocking turn of events, ESPN has confirmed that the Golden State Warriors are parting ways with their star point guard after a three-year, $89.7 million deal with the New York Knicks was finalized earlier today. The news comes just weeks after the player returned from a three-month suspension for violating NBA rules.
Initial reports had indicated the deal was all but done, but this morning marked the official confirmation as the point guard boarded a flight to New York to complete the final stages of the contract signing. Sources close to the negotiation say the Knicks aggressively pursued the player, viewing him as a missing piece in their playoff ambitions.
The Warriors, meanwhile, are left to recalibrate as they lose a critical playmaker who has been central to their offense. The suspension had cast doubts on the guard’s future with Golden State, and insiders say tension between the front office and the player’s camp may have accelerated the departure.
