Golden State Warriors: Evaluating The Baby Warriors Production So Far

By Ti Windisch | Feb 16, 2017

Jan 22, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Golden State Warriors center JaVale McGee (1) and guard Patrick McCaw (0) high five against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Golden State Warriors defeated the Orlando Magic 118-98. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

4 of 5

February 1, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Damian Jones (15) during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Hornets 126-111. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Damian Jones

Damian Jones is the biggest question mark among the Baby Warriors going forward. He tore his right pectoral muscle just days before the 2016 NBA Draft, although Golden State still elected to pick him 30th overall.

He made his NBA debut in December, and has appeared in just eight games with the Warriors thus far. Golden State’s game against the Nuggets was the first time Jones had seen more than 10 minutes of action in his career.

His lack of playing time makes it difficult to judge Jones based on what he’s done in the NBA, although his collegiate accomplishments can help shed some light on what he has to offer.

DraftExpress had him as high as 13th overall on some mock drafts thanks to his towering 7’0″ frame combined with springy athleticism.

Jones’ game needs to be refined on both ends, but he could end up being a standout center down the line. He’s not there yet, and it will take a while, but getting a productive player out of the 30th overall pick would be worth the wait for Golden State.

Home/Golden State Warriors