The "Associated Press" reported Thursday that the Golden State Warriors have matched the offer sheet given to restricted free agent Kelenna Azubuike and will retain the native of London, England. The Los Angeles Clippers had signed Azubuike to a three year offer sheet last week reportedly worth $9 million. The move by the Warriors surprised some NBA observers who thought he would be expendable after Golden State signed Maurice Evans earlier in the week. Azubuike played in 81 games last season for the Warriors, his second in the Association and started 17. He averaged 8.5 points, 4.0 rebounds per game. Warriors Vice President Chris Mullin told reporters "We are pleased to have Kelenna back in the fold. He's a young and talented player who has continued to improve during his two seasons with our team. His versatility, athleticism and ability to shoot the 3-pointer certainly fit our style of play."
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