The Golden State Warriors have faced some level of disrespect for much of Stephen Curry's career. They were disregarded as a title contender during their rise because they were a "jump-shooting team". No one thought they could come back and win another title in 2022. And now everyone assumes the Warriors are floundering back into mediocrity.
John Hollinger of The Athletic recently profiled five teams that he believes will outperform expectations next season. One of those five teams was the Golden State Warriors, as Hollinger noted that betting markets have placed the line for Warriors wins next season at a paltry 45.