Warriors' Santos Extension Impacts Post's Free Agency

0:00Here's more Golden State Warriors news for March 2nd. The Golden State Warriors just locked in forward Gees Santos with a $3-year $15-million-dollar contract extension, including a player option in, Year 3. This is great news for the 23-year-old, but it spells trouble for teammate Quentin Post, another young big man hitting Restricted Free, agency this offseason. Both players were in line for new deals, but Santos' payday shifts the spotlight to post, who started strong with 46 games under his belt-in. His first two seasons. Warrior Span's Hoke Post might land something similar, yet his recent play makes that unlikely from Golden State. Post showed promise early as a rim protector and shooter, even starting 22 games in a row. But he lost that spot, his minutes dropped, and his role shrank, hurting his leverage right before free agency. The arrival of Christaphe's Porzingus adds pressure. In Porzingus' debut last Thursday, Post had his first did not play of the season.

1:01He's back for the last four games, including 12 points and 8 rebounds against Memphis on Wednesday. But that's rare lately. Post's three points shooting fell from 40.8% last year to 33.9% now, dropping his scoring average below. His rookie mark, with roster spots tight, his next contract lets Modestep Best, maybe three or four million dollars a year from the Warriors. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly. Built for nighttime listening, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com