The Golden State Warriors‘ decision to waive Alfonzo McKinnie on Friday was met with sadness but ultimately not surprise. But despite the anticipated move, the Warriors seem to have opened up quite the hole in their starting lineup.
McKinnie was penciled in as the team’s starting small forward entering training camp. The 27-year-old had worked his way into the rotation last season and following the departure of Kevin Durant in the offseason, he was expected to take on a bigger role this season.
However, financial matters unfortunately led to his release leaving the Warriors without one of their projected starters.