Sport Chit Chat

Championship Impact: This trade does not have much immediate impact on either team. We can’t possibly know for New Jersey as that pick could end up being anyone. As for the Warriors, this does not help them with winning a championship THIS season, but it could help them inch closer to one of the final Western Conference playoff spots. It will be tight this year as Portland, Dallas, Denver, L.A. Clippers & The Warriors will all be fighting tooth and nail for the final West playoff spots. With Marcus Williams around it makes the Warriors second unit much stronger and who knows how helpful a solid second unit can be.

Long Term Impact: Here is where I see the most benefit for the Warriors. With Devin Harris taking the brunt of the PG duties Williams’ services became expendable. Williams still has a lot of potential and with the run and gun Warriors that skill could be realized. Down the road, this trade will be great for the Warriors as it is possible that Williams is a true starting PG in the NBA. I personally see Monta Ellis as more of a two guard and although he will start at point this season I don’t see him as a good distributor. Williams could be the Warriors PG of the future and all it cost them was a pick.

Fantsy Impact. This trade does not have much fantasy implication. It does however, ensure that Devin Harris will not have to battle for time and may not even average high 30’s in minutes player. Although Global Basketball News points out that Williams fate was sealed when the Nets traded for Keyon Dooling. Look to draft Harris as a decent 2nd PG and solid 3rd point guard (depending on league depth). As for Golden State, anything is possible with Don Nelson at the helm. Williams should be the back-up PG this season but could be in and out of the rotation if Nelson likes C.J. Watson instead. I think he should be ok as long as he stays in Nelson’s good graces. Keep Williams on your watch list in case of any injury to a starter in the Warriors back court.