The Golden State Warriors have officially signed two-way guard Pat Spencer to a standard contract for the remainder of the season following a successful tenure that saw him reach the 50-game limit allowed for two-way players. This announcement was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Spencer has demonstrated his value as a reliable backup point guard under the leadership of head coach Steve Kerr, averaging 5.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in just 14.4 minutes per game. His consistent performance has made him an asset to the Warriors this season.
This marks the second consecutive year that Spencer’s two-way contract has been upgraded to a standard one. Interestingly, last season, his contract was transitioned before the playoffs began, hinting at the Warriors’ confidence in his abilities during critical moments. Spencer’s new contract takes up one of the two additional roster spots created by the recent trade involving Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield, which brought Kristaps Porziņģis and Trayce Jackson-Davis to the team, while a second-round pick was sent to the Toronto Raptors.
The Warriors are maintaining one roster spot for potential strategic moves in the near future, possibly to accommodate a player available on the buyout market. This flexibility showcases the team’s commitment to enhancing their roster as they aim for continued success. Overall, Spencer’s development and the Warriors’ roster adjustments point towards a promising outlook as they navigate the remainder of the season.