No doubt Dominic McGuire wants to stay with Golden State.

Aside from publicly saying as much, he is regularly at the practice facility, working out with other Warriors. He is buying a house in the Bay Area, making this his home base. And according to a source with knowledge of his situation, McGuire — though an unrestricted free agent — has informed the Warriors he will give them the chance match any offer before he signs it.

Certainly, many Warriors fans want McGuire back after falling in love with his toughness, defense and versatility. But McGuire’s camp is well aware his days with Golden State may be over, a casualty of a numbers game.

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The Warriors met with free agent guard Brandon Roy on Sunday, according to league sources. Golden State is hoping to set up another meeting with the former Portland Trail Blazers’ all-star, possibly later this week.

Warriors general manager Bob Myers, who represented Roy during his days as a sports agent, said he wants to add a couple veteran players to his young roster. Roy would fit the bill. The only question is if he’s healthy enough.

Roy, 27, was amnestied last offseason after a persistent knee issues prompted him to retire. But Roy announced his desire to return to the NBA recently, an his comeback is drawing the interest of some five or six teams. Chicago and Cleveland are among teams reportedly interested.

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The Warriors are in the early stages of discussions for free agent big man J.J. Hickson, according to league sources.

Armed with a mid-level exception, the Warriors are seeking frontline help to play behind starters Andrew Bogut and David Lee. Hickson — a 6-foot-9, 242-pounder — figures to address the Warriors needs for athleticism, rebounding and some scoring.

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