Learning basketball in Amsterdam, Post quit the game for more than a year during his childhood. A late growth spurt helped him see his potential as he opted to come to the United States to play in college instead of continuing a pro path internationally. But as a freshman at Mississippi State, Post played a total of 21 minutes over eight games. His opportunities grew as a sophomore before transferring to Boston College, where he became an NBA prospect and was named to the ACC All-Defense team and All-ACC Second Team as a fifth-year senior. The Warriors drafted Post No. 52 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, making him the first Dutch player to be drafted in 15 years, and after two seasons he reportedly signed a three-year, $30 million contract.
It just wasn’t with the Warriors.
The Memphis Grizzlies signed Post to a $30 million offer sheet in restricted free agency Monday morning. The Warriors decided not to match Tuesday night, ending his days in a Golden State jersey.
“I’ve loved my time, my two years here,” Post said after the season in his exit interview press conference. “I appreciate...