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Why Warriors spent in the ‘seven figures' to have training camp in Hawaii

The Golden State Warriors' costs to hold training camp in Hawaii was "definitely in the seven figures," executive VP of basketball operations Kirk Lacob said. The team says it was money well spent.

Why Warriors spent in the ‘seven figures' to have training camp in Hawaii

The Golden State Warriors recently spent a significant amount of money to conduct a training camp in Hawaii, a decision that led to an estimated cost of over seven figures. This expenditure was necessary due to the logistical challenges involved in organizing such an operation, including transporting weight-room equipment, booking accommodations for nearly 300 individuals, and planning events like a Thursday-night luau.

Despite the high cost, Warriors executive Kirk Lacob emphasized that the experience provided valuable bonding opportunities, potentially unlocking new relationships between players who have long-standing connections. The decision to return to Hawaii was influenced by the team's desire to reevaluate internal concepts and adapt to the evolving nature of the league, aiming to refresh chemistry and foster new dynamics among the players.

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