Warriors urged to reunite with $54 million NBA champion forward who was replaced by Kevin Durant
Golden State Warriors are being urged to consider re-signing veteran forward Harrison Barnes in free agency as a depth option. Barnes, who was replaced by Kevin Durant in 2016, has seen reduced playing time with the San Antonio Spurs during the 2026 playoffs. While not a star solution, his experience and shooting could provide value to the Warriors' roster.
- ▪Harrison Barnes is a 33-year-old NBA champion who was replaced by Kevin Durant on the Golden State Warriors in 2016.
- ▪Barnes has averaged only 10.9 minutes per game in the 2026 playoffs with the San Antonio Spurs, posting minimal stats.
- ▪He has consistently shot at least 35% from three-point range during the later stage of his NBA career.
- ▪A reunion with Barnes is seen as a low-risk move that could add veteran depth to the Warriors.
- ▪Barnes previously played for the Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings after leaving Golden State.
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