The Warriors might not to be a playoff team this season, but that doesn't mean the team doesn't have something to gain from this year. Here is how Golden State is battling the tanking conversation.
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LOS ANGELES — It’s no secret some people believe it’s in the Warriors’ best interests to take a step back this season. Heck, I’m one of those people. I thought Steph Curry was going to be in the MVP conversation. But once he broke his hand, I argued the Warriors should slow play him and Klay Thompson, because a lottery season could help Golden State in the long-term, especially after five straight grueling trips to the Finals.