Golden State Warriors Extend Yurtseven's 10-Day Contract Amid Depth Needs The Golden State Warriors have extended center Omer Yurtseven's 10-day contract, according to ESPN's Anthony Slater. Yurtseven's initial 10-day assignment expired Tuesday, during which he played in five of six games, averaging 3.2 points and 3.2 rebounds. The Warriors are now giving him a second short-term deal, which will make him eligible to play for the next five games. The decision comes after Moses Moody suffered a season-ending knee injury, leaving the team without a key wing player. While the Warriors could have opted to bring in a wing like Kevin Knox II instead of a center, they face multiple center absences, including Al Horford (calf) and Quinten Post (foot), who are both sidelined for Wednesday’s game. With limited depth at the center position, keeping Yurtseven provides immediate flexibility. If the Warriors wish to retain Yurtseven beyond the five-game window, they would need to sign him to a standard contract, as NBA rules prohibit granting a player three 10-day contracts in a single season. The Warriors, currently at 34-38 in the 2025-26 season, have 10 games remaining, making this a critical window for roster adjustments. The injury to Moody has also shifted focus to the team’s wing depth. While Gui Santos is expected to see increased minutes at the 3-position, the Warriors will need a reliable option to fill the 3-spot when Santos shifts to the 4 or rests. Nate Williams, who has been with the team on a two-way contract, appears to be the most viable candidate. Standing at 6'5", Williams offers the size to defend larger wings, a challenge for players like Will Richard (6'3"), Brandin Podziemski (6'4"), Gary Payton II (6'2"), and De'Anthony Melton (6'2").#golden_state_warriors #moses_moody #quinten_post #omer_yurtseven #anthony_slater
Warriors big man signs another 10-day contract amid injury crisis The Golden State Warriors have re-signed center Omer Yurtseven to a second 10-day contract as the team navigates a challenging stretch of the season marked by multiple injuries. The decision follows the Warriors’ 137-131 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, a game in which forward Moses Moody suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee, adding to the team’s list of absences in the frontcourt. Yurtseven, 27, returns to the roster after his initial 10-day assignment, according to ESPN’s Anthony Slater. The Warriors are leveraging his presence to fill gaps in the depleted frontcourt, where key players like Al Horford remain sidelined with a calf strain. During his first stint, Yurtseven averaged 3.2 points and 3.2 rebounds in 11.2 minutes per game, shooting 33.3% from the field and 60% from the free-throw line. His most impactful performance came in a 115-101 loss to the Detroit Pistons, where he contributed eight points, six rebounds, two assists, and a steal in 21 minutes. The Warriors’ reliance on Yurtseven has intensified as injuries to Moody and Horford create a pressing need for depth. With Moody’s injury likely to sideline him for the remainder of the season, Golden State faces an uphill battle to maintain competitiveness in the Western Conference. The team’s 34-38 record entering Monday’s win places them in a tight race for a play-in tournament berth, with the 10th seed currently within reach. Looking ahead, the Warriors will host the Brooklyn Nets (17-55) on Wednesday night in a matchup complicated by the absence of key players like Stephen Curry and Moses Moody. The game, set for 7:00 p.m. PT, presents an opportunity for the team to build momentum as they push for playoff positioning.#dallas_mavericks #golden_state_warriors #moses_moody #al_horford #omer_yurtseven
