Warriors lead offensive threat sans Steph Curry on display vs Lakers

Back from a week in paradise, the real work begins for the Golden State Warriors.Their preseason trip to the north shore of Oahu featured five practices, one exhibition loss to the Clippers — and a traditional Hawaiian luau, complete with fire dancers and plenty of leis.“Overall, a really good week in Hawaii,” coach Steve Kerr said.“Now we’ve got to build on it.”They continue their preseason slate on the mainland Tuesday night when the Lakers visit Chase Center in the Warriors’ first game in front of their home fans since the end of last season.Here are three things to keep an eye on:Despite the luxurious destination — the Ritz-Carlton Turtle Bay — Draymond Green described this training camp as one of the most taxing he’s experienced under Kerr.That’s because, in a sense, Kerr is trying to teach an old dog new tricks.It’s not just Green, though the 36-year-old forward has arguably the biggest adjustment to make.

The motion offense that was a staple of the Warriors’ golden years and typically featured Green or another center in the low post is gone in favor of a five-out system that stretches the floor.Its debut in the 103-101 loss to the Clippers didn’t exactly get a ringing endorsement.The Warriors connected on only six of 33 attempts from deep and turned it over 16 times.One detractor described the showing as “pretty nasty” and another said it was “a little funky.” Actually, that was feedback straight from the floor — speedy new point guard Brandon Williams and backcourt mate De’Anthony Melton, speaking to reporters after the game.“Spacing, flow — all that stuff needs to improve,” Kerr said.Green was asked if he could feel the difference in the amount of time he spent on the perimeter.“I definitely feel it,” he said.

“Whether I like it or not, it’s gonna happen.”Steph Curry, who finished with 10 points in 12 minutes, said there’s been “clarity” on what they’re trying to do offensively.“It’s jus...