Warriors look to pick No. 11 for real answers

According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, speaking with Michael Wallace of Grind City Media, a significant portion of the Golden State Warriors’ future hinges on the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. With Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody expected to miss the start of the season due to injuries, the team’s perimeter rotation could open with a substantial gap, making that selection even more valuable. Slater notes that Golden State is unlikely to trade the pick unless an elite player becomes available, as the franchise needs to inject youth into an aging roster.

However, the front office is determined to avoid the trap of searching for a “new Stephen Curry” at that draft position. Instead, the focus is on identifying a prospect capable of developing alongside the current core. Among the players drawing interest is Arizona guard Brayden Burries, praised for his off‑ball fit and long‑term offensive upside within the Warriors’ system.