Golden State Warriors Sign Veteran Forward in Free Agency
Summary
The Golden State Warriors signed Georges Niang to a one-year contract worth $3.9 million. Niang missed last season due to a serious foot injury but is returning to play after previously playing for several NBA teams.Key Facts
- Georges Niang signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Golden State Warriors.
- Niang missed the entire 2025-26 NBA season due to a severe foot injury.
- He was originally drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 2016 as the 50th overall pick.
- Niang has played for the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Atlanta Hawks.
- In the 2024-25 season, he averaged 12.1 points per game with the Hawks.
- Niang shoots near 40% from the three-point line during his career.
- The Warriors finished last season with a 37-45 record, placing 10th in the Western Conference.
- The Warriors start their 2026-27 season on October 21 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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