Some losses in life hit differently. Like your favorite hoodie shrinking in the wash. Or your longtime big man is packing his bags for New Orleans. For the Warriors, it’s the latter. Because Kevon Looney, their unsung playoff warrior and screen-setting savant, is heading to the Pelicans on a 2-year deal, per NBA insider Brett Siegel. And Golden State? Already scrambling to fill the void.
In true front office whiplash fashion, Siegel also reported that the Warriors are now “locked in” on landing veteran center Al Horford. Yes, that Al Horford—the same one who helped Boston to a title, the same one who turns 40 next season, and the same one who still has just enough left in the tank to matter… or does he? Because fans are already fumbling on X with opinions saying, “bruh no. we don’t need another old man. jesus.”
Looney’s departure ends a nearly decade-long run of toughness, rebounds, and mild leadership in the Bay. His absence… well, might just be a cultural loss. So, naturally, the Warriors aren’t just hunting size anymore. They’re hunting for wisdom, stability, and someone who can keep their fading core in contention.
SOURCES: The Warriors are locked in on getting to an agreement with Al Horford after losing Kevon Looney. https://t.co/d1o47lft3n
— Brett Siegel (@BrettSiegelNBA) June 30, 2025
Will Horford be that guy? TBD. But the Looney era is officially over, and fans are not exactly excited. And if Golden State’s about to lean even harder into the Steph Curry timeline, buckle up. The moves are just getting started. Come back here for more updates!
(This is a developing story…)
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