3 Golden State Warriors players who won’t be back next season

2. Kent Bazemore

The Warriors signed Bazemore to a one-year, $2.3 million deal last offseason. With Kelly Oubre out at the end of the season, he stepped into a starting role and was productive (10 points and 5.4 rebounds per game; 37.5 percent from 3-point range over his last 10 games). Overall, he topped 40 percent from 3-point range for the first time in his career this season.

A “3-and-D” wing who has improved his proficiency from beyond the arc over the last two seasons, Bazemore has made it clear he wants a multi-year deal in free agency.

"“I want some stability, man. Tired of bouncing around. Wife is definitely sick of it. She’s human, man. Every time she gets goin’, it’s time to go again. She’s been great. Obviously it’s been hard for her — she let me off the hook a couple time. I’m really thinking hard about that, what she wants,”"

Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype has reported Bazemore would ideally like a three-year deal. If he gets an offer like that, it’s unlikely to come from Golden State at a price point he’d entertain. If Bazemore wants a notable raise from a minimum salary deal, on any kind of deal, retaining him will be difficult.

The Warriors could invest in younger options Damion Lee and Mychal Mulder to fill a similar role. If a bigger move or two lands on their radar, going younger and cheaper at some spots will be required. The odds Bazemore will be back are inherently low, but his market should not be lacking and he’ll land on his feet.