With the Golden State Warriors participating in Summer League, it was no surprise to see multiple members of Golden State’s roster turning up to show support. While watching the Warriors take on the New Orleans Pelicans, Curry sat down for a media availability with ESPN’s Cassidy Hubbarth,
During the interview, Curry was asked about Paul’s recent addition to the roster and what he could bring to the rotation.
“So CP has a very defined skill set in what he’s done for his whole career, which is why he’s one of the greatest point guards to play,” Curry said. “And the way that he sees the game, I think that’ll fit anywhere. He’s elevated teams that he’s been on his entire career, so I expect the same with us, knowing that we’re trying to get back to the mountain top and how it’ll look, we’ll see.”
Since the Warriors traded Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards to acquire Paul, there have been questions surrounding how the ball-dominant guard will fit. Steve Kerr has the Warriors running a selfless brand of basketball, with a focus on off-ball movement and relentless cutting.
"He's elevated teams that he's been on his entire career."
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Paul, on the other hand, is known for his ability to break teams down in the half-court and orchestrate the offensive via the pick-and-roll.
Nevertheless, the Warriors have been in need of a playmaking guard to help keep the second unit flowing when Curry goes to the bench. Now, the Warriors have two of the best point guards of their generation. Add Cory Joseph to the mix, and Golden State has one of the deepest guard rotations in the NBA,
Curry knows what Paul brings to the table; he’s witnessed it firsthand. Paul likely understands that at 38, he’s coming to Golden State in a reduced role. If the two guards can co-exist, there’s no reason to believe that Paul can’t elevate the Warriors the way he has with every team he’s played for up to this point.
