Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob received an email from a frustrated fan suggesting the team make roster changes.
Fan Justin Dutari expressed his displeasure to Lacob via email on Sunday. Dutari said the Golden State Warriors need a “real second option.” He also pointed out jimmy butler “Underutilized” due to insufficient team size.
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A few minutes later, Lacob responded to Dutari’s email:
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“You can’t be as frustrated as I am. I’m working on it. It’s complicated. Style of play. Coach’s desire for players. League trends. Jimmy’s not the problem.”
Dutari posted a screenshot of the interaction on Reddit, and the Warriors have confirmed the email came from Lacob, ESPN reported.
With a dismal start to the season, Cole’s rotation, offensive system and coaching decisions have become the focus of attention. The pressure continues to mount on the Golden State Warriors to find stability early in the season.
The Warriors rank eighth in the Western Conference with a record of 13 wins and 14 losses. They enter the season with high championship expectations as the team attempts to make the most of Stephen CurryThe remaining years.
Steve Kerr comments on Joe Lacob’s email interactions with fans
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Tuesday he saw an email between Joe Lacob and a fan. Kerr called it “no big deal,” but said he was as frustrated as the rest of the team.
“We’re all frustrated,” Kerr said Tuesday. “Joe is frustrated. I’m frustrated. Steph and ‘Dre, everybody’s frustrated. That’s how the league works. I hate it when people post private emails. I mean, imagine how hard our lives would be if everybody’s emails were released publicly.
“Joe is 100 percent behind me. I’m behind him. We have a great connection. We have a lot of continuity here. The stable environment in our organization is one of our strengths…so, it’s not a big deal.”
Golden State Warriors’ last two losses, in which Stephen Curry scored heavily, have sparked dissatisfaction among fans
The Warriors lost 136-131 Portland Trail Blazers On Sunday, Curry scored 48 points. In the previous game, Curry scored 39 points in the team’s 127-120 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Warriors hope to snap a two-game losing streak against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday.
Edited by Kim Daniel Rubinos




