Why Warriors will be one of NBA’s best shows even if they don’t go far

No one expects the Warriors to be NBA champions next season. So, will it be a wasted season?Far from it. Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry looks on during a game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, Friday, April 10, 2026. NBAE via Getty ImagesNot everything can be judged by whether the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy is hoisted in June. The Warriors are playing for so much more than a champagne bath. They’re playing for