With Jimmy Butler's ACL tear, the Warriors' desperate 'all-in' push hasn't just failed—it has trapped Steph Curry in a purgatory of the front office's own making. The dynasty isn't ending; it's already being sold for parts.
Jan 15, 2026 – The deadline has hit, and so has the reality check. Jonathan Kuminga’s trade request isn't just a notification on a GM's phone; it’s the official obituary for the "Two Timelines" era. Here is why the explosion was inevitable.