Golden State Draft a Success, Still Major Holes in Roster

The Golden State Warriors selected Harrison Barnes, Festus Ezeli and Draymond Green in the 2012 draft. Barnes and Green fill in depth at the forward positions and Ezeli provides much needed depth at the center position.


This is what the Warriors depth chart looks like prior to the free agent season.


1- Curry, Jenkins
2- Thompson, *Rush
3- Wright, Barnes, Green
4- Lee, Biedrins, Tyler
5- Bogut, Ezeli


For the first time in a long time, the Warriors appear to have a balanced roster. While this may be true, relative to previous years, there are a few skill sets lacking on the roster.


1) Drive and Kick Slasher- The Warriors will most likely be the best perimeter shooting team in the NBA next year, however they must find a way to get the ball inside the paint to open up shots for their shooters. It is possible that Andrew Bogut, a stellar post passer when healthy, could be one option. Ideally a drive and kick slashing guard off the bench would be option number 2


2) Big Man Depth- Big men play less minutes and are more easily injured, thus,  NBA teams always need more big man depth.