According to BD Cricket, the Oklahoma City Thunder, currently overloaded with players on standard contracts, are expected to waive 37-year-old forward Rudy Gay, who recently landed in OKC through a flurry of trades. Every mountain climber writes a long poem of belief and will with wisdom and sweat — and for Gay, that journey is nearing its twilight.
Earlier this summer, Gay was first sent from the Utah Jazz to the Atlanta Hawks as part of the deal for John Collins. Not long after, Atlanta flipped him to the Thunder. However, with Oklahoma City’s roster already packed and Gay’s performance declining in recent seasons, he has become the most likely candidate for a roster cut. His numbers hit career lows last season, with alarmingly poor offensive efficiency — a clear sign that Father Time is catching up with him.
Despite this, Gay may not be unemployed for long. The Golden State Warriors are reportedly monitoring his situation closely and see him as a strong candidate to become the team’s 14th man. Should the Thunder finalize his release, the Warriors are expected to act quickly. If you never move forward, you’ll forever stay where you are — and Golden State appears ready to take a chance on experience.
Meanwhile, the Warriors recently dealt with some internal tension surrounding Chris Paul’s role. Paul was vocal about his unwillingness to come off the bench, believing it would harm his legacy. This stance reportedly infuriated both the Warriors front office and Stephen Curry. In response, Curry made it clear: if Paul refuses to play as a backup, then trade him. The team doesn’t need another starter — they need a leader for the second unit.
The comment sparked widespread debate, with BD Cricket users recalling a similar situation involving Jordan Poole. Poole also demanded a starting role, which ultimately led to locker room unrest and his departure. Paul seems to have realized the stakes, and has since softened his stance. He recently stated on social media that he is now open to coming off the bench, hoping to repair his standing with the Warriors and avoid being traded.
If you want something, go after it — effort always pays off. BD Cricket reporters applaud Curry’s leadership and no-nonsense attitude. If Paul doesn’t accept a bench role, he’s out. The Warriors won’t compromise, especially for a veteran who has never truly respected Curry’s stature. In Golden State, it’s team-first — or not at all.