Bassey, who joined the team late in the regular season, appears set to be part of the Warriors’ playoff plans after the club chose not to convert two-way contracts for Cryer, Williams, or Leons. Cryer has been dealing with a knee injury and will not be part of the playoff roster, while Williams and Leons were added to provide depth at center in the injury-riddled stretch.
The move solidifies Bassey as Golden State’s primary depth option at center for the playoffs. In the regular-season finale against the Clippers, Bassey delivered 16 points on 5-of-6 shooting in 19 minutes, and over five games with the Warriors he averaged 10.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game.
Health remains a critical factor for Golden State as the postseason begins. Key players such as Draymond Green and others have navigated injuries, and the team is hopeful for a return to full strength for the Play-In contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. Quinten Post and Cryer face re-evaluation timelines, but Cryer will not be available for the playoffs.
The Warriors’ Play-In game vs. the Clippers is scheduled for the first Wednesday of the Play-In round, with tip-off at 7 p.m. Pacific Time. If Golden State advances, Bassey will continue to be a focal piece off the bench as the team pursues a deeper postseason run.
