"We're not giving in. But you have to be realistic organizationally about where you are," Kerr told The Athletic on Monday.

As such, the lack of All-Star-level talent, especially in their prime, has become a glaring hole in the Warriors' roster construction. Right now, they have young and developing players who could become stars and two aging veterans hoping to continue challenging during the twilight of their careers.

When the Golden State Warriors started the season with a 12-3 record, it seemed like they finally put together the perfectly deep team that could help carry a 3