Guys Like Isaiah Thomas Could Be Great Teachers On The Bench, Says Jamal Crawford
Last month the Golden State Warriors worked out free agent guards Isaiah Thomas, Avery Bradley, ex-Warriors guard Quinn Cook, and other players, according to The Undefeated’s Marc J. Spears.
Also, according to Spears, the Warriors would like to sign a big man and two guards.
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Warriors elected to sign Avery Bradley after the workout.
They also added guard Langston Galloway on a training camp agreement, Charania said.
Despite having a strong workout week with the team, according to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Isaiah Thomas left San Francisco without a contract.
He would later take to Twitter and voice his frustration before deleting his account altogether.
No matter what, you control your energy; keep that shit on a 10!!!!
— Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) September 25, 2021.
Earlier this week, Jamal Crawford Hoop Spaces on Twitter Spaces shared that teams should consider bringing more veterans to mentor the younger players.
“To see a guy like Isaiah Thomas, who has done all these workouts this summer and destroyed Pro-Ams to show that he is healthy. How can a guy like that not even get a look where a team will say, we will bring you into camp. Or say, you are not going to play here a lot, but you can be a great mentor for some of these young guys starting their careers, said Crawford.
“We all know the league is a lot younger; why not have a vet, who these guys look up to, and they look up Isaiah Thomas and other guys throughout the league right now—learning from these guys while on the bench is different from hearing it from an assistant coach. Whether that coach played or not because they are in the trenches with them running the same set of lines.”
Last season, Thomas signed a ten-day contract with the Pelicans, but his contract was not renewed.
Landon Buford is an accomplished sports and entertainment journalist based in Richardson, Texas, with over a decade of experience covering the NBA, WNBA, NFL, WWE, MLB, and the entertainment industry. Known for delivering high-impact stories and headline-making interviews, Buford has earned a global audience through content that blends insider access with compelling storytelling.
He previously served as director of editorial and brand communications at PlayersTV, where he helped shape the platform’s editorial voice and brand identity. He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of LandonBuford.com—an independent outlet with more than 1.6 million views and syndication from major platforms including Bleacher Report, Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Sports. Buford’s interviews with stars like Gary Payton, Kevin Durant, Mark Cuban and Chris Paul showcase his talent for meaningful, in-depth conversations.
His bylines have appeared in Sports Illustrated, Forbes, Heavy.com, Meta’s Bulletin and One37pm, where he has contributed exclusive interviews, breaking news and cultural insights. At Heavy.com, his work drew more than a million views in just eight months, and at One37pm, it contributed to record-breaking traffic numbers.
His work highlights the intersection of sports, fashion, music, and entrepreneurship—showcasing how athletes and entertainers use their platforms to inspire change, influence trends, and shape culture beyond the game. Landon has interviewed a wide range of figures from the NBA, NFL, and entertainment industries, consistently bringing authentic voices and untold stories to the forefront.
In addition to his journalism, Buford is an entrepreneur and content creator, dedicated to amplifying diverse narratives and driving meaningful conversations across media platforms. His passion for storytelling, culture, and innovation continues to make him a respected voice in the evolving landscape of sports and entertainment media.
