The Golden State Warriors have added another veteran to their roster, agreeing a one-year, $3.9 million deal with free-agent forward Georges Niang.

The 33-year-old is preparing for his 11th NBA season after missing the entire 2025-26 campaign because of a foot injury.

Niang brings considerable experience to Golden State and, crucially, another proven three-point shooter.

Golden State adds a career 40% three-point shooter

Shooting has been the calling card throughout Niang's NBA career.

The veteran forward is a career 40% shooter from beyond the arc and has built a reputation as a reliable floor-spacing option.

That should make him an interesting fit in Golden State's offence, where his ability to stretch the floor could create additional space for Stephen Curry and the Warriors' other playmakers.

Niang isn't being brought in to carry the offence. His job should be much simpler: provide experienced minutes, make open shots and give Golden State another dependable option from the perimeter.

Niang returns after missing an entire season

The biggest question surrounding the signing is Niang's health.

He suffered a stress injury in his left foot during offseason training in September 2025 and ultimately didn't play during the entire 2025-26 NBA season.

That makes this something of a comeback season for the veteran.

Golden State will hope the year away hasn't significantly affected a player whose shooting has allowed him to remain a useful NBA rotation option for much of his career.

Warriors continue filling out the roster

Niang's agreement comes on the same day Golden State agreed a one-year, $2.6 million deal with former Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams.

Williams averaged 13 points and 3.9 assists across 66 games last season and gives the Warriors another option in the backcourt.

Niang provides something different.

His experience and outside shooting give Golden State another potential weapon in the frontcourt as the Warriors continue putting the finishing touches on their roster ahead of the new season.

A low-risk move for Golden State

There is an obvious element of risk after Niang missed an entire season.

But on a one-year deal, Golden State isn't making a huge long-term commitment.

If Niang is healthy and can rediscover the shooting that has defined his career, the Warriors could have picked up a useful veteran rotation player at a relatively modest cost.

After a year spent watching from the sidelines, Niang now gets the chance to prove he can still make an impact in the NBA.