Warriors GM confident about No. 11 pick in upcoming NBA Draft
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Golden State Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. expressed confidence that the team will retain its No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, unless a compelling trade offer arises. With ten players set to become free agents, the Warriors aim to build around Stephen Curry for another championship run. Dunleavy hopes to enhance the roster's youth and believes the right draft choice can contribute both now and in the future. The team's offseason strategy may evolve depending on potential offers for the pick.
- •Dunleavy suggests focus on younger talent this offseason.
- •Warriors have ten free agents heading into the summer.
- •Retaining the No. 11 pick is contingent on trade opportunities.
- •Curry remains central to the team's championship aspirations.
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Dunleavy Jr. gives insight into Warriors NBA draft plans ahead of pivotal No. 11 pick
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors GM 'sounds confident' that Golden State will keep No. 11 pick
"The Warriors may not know who will be available when they're on the clock next week, but general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. made one thing clear Wednesday: Golden State believes it is in a strong position to add an impact player with the No. 11 overall pick.
"Mike Dunleavy Jr. expects the Golden State Warriors to hold on to their No. 11 overall pick barring a trade that would be more enticing.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 12:22 AMMike Dunleavy Jr. gives insight into Warriors NBA draft plans ahead of pivotal No. 11 pick
The Warriors may not know who will be available when they're on the clock next week, but general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. made one thing clear Wednesday: Golden State believes it is in a strong position to add an impact player with the No. 11 overall pick.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 11:12 PMWarriors GM 'sounds confident' that Golden State will keep No. 11 pick
Mike Dunleavy Jr. expects the Golden State Warriors to hold on to their No. 11 overall pick barring a trade that would be more enticing.
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