On the first day of the 2025 NBA free agency, Kevon Looney decided to leave the Golden State Warriors after 10 years with the organization. Looney was a key piece in the 3 Warriors' championship, serving as the anchor in the paint for them. So when he decided to sign a two-year deal with the Pelicans to open free agency, it came as a shock to most.
During his recent appearance on the Warriors Plus Minus podcast, Looney provided insight into why he decided to leave the Bay Area. Looney said.