The Warriors managed to land Buddy Hield despite interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, but who specifically led Golden State’s victorious pursuit of the shooting guard?
Warriors coach Steve Kerr and assistant Chris DiMarco were able to convince Hield to join the Warriors’ Athletic team. Anthony Slater reported on Wednesday.
DeMarco, who coaches Hield’s Bahamian national team, had been trying to convince the eight-year veteran to join Golden State while the two were in Spain for Olympic qualifying.
While DiMarco worked hard to convince Hield to choose the Warriors, Slater’s report reveals that it was a phone call with Kerr late Wednesday night, with some time to sleep on it, that ultimately pushed the decision across the goal line on Thursday.
After deals with veteran forward Kyle Anderson and goalie De’Anthony Milton, the Warriors’ reported addition of Hield reflects a strong rebound from the departure of franchise stalwart Klay Thompson.
DiMarco has been with the Warriors since 2012, working his way up from video coordinator to the assistant coach position he currently holds.
While he has had an impact in helping shape a dynasty with his contributions behind the scenes, DiMarco’s efforts to acquire Hield won’t go under the radar, especially if the shooter plays a role in helping Golden State return to the top of the NBA.
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