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| Wemby, Shai and the Impact of the NBA Playoffs on Stephen Curry's Legacy | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:21:35 | |
The NBA Finals are here, but what Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio have already achieved is historic after they took down the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday in Game 7. What does Wemby's rise mean in the context of modern greats like LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant, and is it time to silence the comparisons between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Curry? Plus, would Curry be rooting for Mike Brown and the Knicks in the Finals, or should he want Wemby and the Spurs to prevail in order to preserve his status in an exclusive group? | |||
| What the NBA’s New Draft Lottery Reform REALLY Means for the Warriors | 29 May 2026 | 00:22:10 | |
The NBA’s new draft lottery reform may completely reshape how teams build contenders — and the Golden State Warriors could be one of the teams most impacted as they navigate the final years of Stephen Curry's career. In this episode, breaking down what the changes mean to the Warriors and their direction during and after the final years of Curry's career, and how it impacts the value of their future picks from a trade standpoint heading into a huge offseason. | |||
| Warriors Facing Kuminga Regret & Shock Kerr Replacements Floated | 24 Apr 2026 | 00:24:38 | |
Would the Golden State Warriors already be facing some level of regret after Jonathan Kuminga helped inspire the Atlanta Hawks to a second-straight playoff victory? This episodes breaks down exactly WHY the Warriors wouldn't have expected what's taking place right the former seventh overall pick right now. Plus, the latest on Steve Kerr's future with the Warriors and the validity of some shock names that have been floated as potential replacements for the four-time championship coach in recent days. | |||
| WARRIORS SELECT AN AUSSIE AS PART OF SURPRISE DRAFT DAY MOVES! | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:17:47 | |
Multiple trades have seen the Golden State Warriors end up with the 52nd and 56th overall picks in the second-round of the 2025 NBA Draft, with the franchise selecting Australian forward Alex Toohey and Florida national championship winner Will Richard. | |||
| TWO OBVIOUS WARRIORS TRADE TARGETS AFTER HUGE HOLIDAY/POOLE MOVES… | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:22:36 | |
*Podcast recorded before news of Kristaps Porzingis' move to the Atlanta Hawks...Incredibly frustrating but still some worthy discussion | |||
| THUNDER ARE CHAMPS & WHAT KD TRADE MEANS FOR JONATHAN KUMINGA AND THE WARRIORS… | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:37:40 | |
All the instant reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s clinching of the 2025 NBA championship, including Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating injury and what it might prove about the Golden State Warriors’ handling of Stephen Curry’s hamstring strain. Plus, a look at the huge Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets and how it impacts the Warriors specifically in regard to Jonathan Kuminga and a potential free agency acquisition… | |||
| THIS JONATHAN KUMINGA SIGN-AND-TRADE MIGHT ACTUALLY MAKE SENSE… | 21 Jun 2025 | 00:27:26 | |
On this episode, a quick recap of Game 6 of the NBA Finals and more names floated as potential targets for the Golden State Warriors this offseason. Plus, the one player who might make sense for the Warriors to acquire in a Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade scenario. | |||
| GAME 5 FINALS REACTION + LATEST ON KUMINGA, JACKSON & MORE! | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:26:16 | |
All the instant reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 5 victory over the Indiana Pacers, including the disappointment of Tyrese Haliburton's performance and the brilliance of Jalen Williams. Plus, more on the Warriors offseason starting with the latest on Jonathan Kuminga, along with the potential acquisitions of Jaren Jackson Jr. and/or Al Horford. | |||
| WARRIORS HAVE OBVIOUS OFFER FOR JAREN JACKSON JR. AFTER SHOCK DESMOND BANE TRADE! | 16 Jun 2025 | 00:17:36 | |
The NBA's newest shock trade is upon us with confirmation that the Memphis Grizzlies have stunningly moved Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and a first-round pick swap! | |||
| Kuminga’s Next Contract, Post Leap of Faith & More on Warriors Center Spot | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:28:48 | |
The Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga could be set for an interesting contract structure that would mitigate some risks for the franchise going forward. However, the Warriors might be set on a huge leap of faith in Quinten Post as speculation mounts on a close rival looking to steal Kevon Looney in free agency. | |||
| Giannis & KD Latest, Lopez Update + Two Former Top Four Picks Warriors Should Target! | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:38:26 | |
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant may not be making their way to the Golden State Warriors this offseason, but their futures could undoubtedly have a big impact on the franchise based on recent reporting. Plus, the latest on Lauri Markkanen, Brook Lopez and how the Warriors could capitalize on trade scenarios surrounding the draft and a pair of former top four picks! | |||
| WHY THESE NBA FINALS ARE DESTINED FOR DISAPPOINTMENT... | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:16:19 | |
There's been only four Game 7's in the NBA Finals this century, so will Warrior and other neutral fans get to enjoy a fifth when the Oklahoma City Thunder face the Indiana Pacers? | |||
| WARRIORS HEADED FOR SHOCK ANDREW WIGGINS REUNION? | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:23:39 | |
The Miami Heat have emerged as a potential team for Jonathan Kuminga, raising suggestions that the Golden State Warriors could look to reunite with former All-Star Andrew Wiggins. However, CBA rules means that a Kuminga-Wiggins swap wouldn't be so simple this offseason, with the complexity of the entire situation suggesting the young Warrior forward could remain with the franchise. | |||
| Warriors Discussed Zubac Trade, Potential Coaching Reunion & Porzingis Uncertainty Grows | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:21:44 | |
Golden State reportedly had discussions on an Ivica Zubac trade prior to February's deadline -- would he have been a better fit and option than Kristaps Porzingis? Plus, the Warriors are reportedly eyeing a reunion with a former coach who won two championships with the franchise, and what contingency plan will the front office have in place after Kristaps Porzingis' latest comments opened the door to his potential departure? | |||
| 10 BIG MEN THE WARRIORS COULD TARGET THIS OFFSEASON! | 27 May 2025 | 00:29:28 | |
With the Golden State Warriors looking to add more size across the roster this offseason, exactly what they do with the center position is fascinating ahead of free agency. Let's have a look at 10 big men the Warriors could target via trade or free agency this offseason, each of which come at different price points and with their own positives and negatives. | |||
| STEVE KERR SIGNALS THE END OF JONATHAN KUMINGA'S TIME WITH THE WARRIORS... | 23 May 2025 | 00:21:27 | |
Steve Kerr has been open and honest in regard to Jonathan Kuminga over recent days, with his comments suggesting that the Warriors are ready to part ways with the talented young forward as he prepares to hit restricted free agency. | |||
| WHAT NEXT FOR GOLDEN STATE AFTER PLAYOFF ELIMINATION? (WARRIORS VS. TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE) | 15 May 2025 | 00:41:01 | |
A 121-110 Game 5 loss has seen Golden State Warriors eliminated from the NBA Playoffs, with an immediate look ahead to how the franchise can return bigger (literally) and better next season. | |||
| JIMMY AND DRAY NO-SHOWS PUT GOLDEN STATE'S SEASON ON LIFE SUPPORT (WARRIORS V WOLVES POST-GAME LIVE) | 13 May 2025 | 00:43:01 | |
The Golden State Warriors now find themselves down 3-1 and are in desperate trouble after a 117-110 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. | |||
| JONATHAN KUMINGA'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE WASN'T ENOUGH...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE) | 11 May 2025 | 00:52:02 | |
Jonathan Kuminga delivered a breakout playoff performance with 30 points, and Jimmy Butler added a team-high 33, but it wasn't enough as the Golden State Warriors suffered a Game 3 defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Chase Center on Saturday. | |||
| KUMINGA AND TJD MAKE A STATEMENT DESPITE BLOWOUT LOSS...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE) | 09 May 2025 | 00:38:59 | |
Playing without the injured Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors predictably struggled offensively in a 117-93 Game 2 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Thursday. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE WIN GAME 1 BATTLE BUT MAY HAVE LOST THE WAR...(WARRIORS V TIMBERWOLVES POST-GAME LIVE) | 07 May 2025 | 00:46:42 | |
The Golden State Warriors recorded an impressive Game 1 road victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, but it came at a cost as Stephen Curry left with a hamstring strain in the second-quarter. | |||
| BUDDY HIELD JUST STUNNED THE ROCKETS WITH THE GAME OF HIS LIFE! (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 05 May 2025 | 00:48:04 | |
Buddy Hield has produced the performance of his life for the Golden State Warriors in Game 7, pouring in 33 points to help his team to a 103-89 victory over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Sunday. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE ARE IN DEEP TROUBLE AND WITH NO REAL ANSWERS...(WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 03 May 2025 | 00:52:15 | |
After blowing the opportunity to close out the series on their home floor, the Golden State Warriors now face a do-or-die Game 7 against the Houston Rockets on the road at Toyota Center on Sunday. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE STARS CHOOSE NOT TO SHOW UP FOR GAME 5...(WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 01 May 2025 | 00:24:53 | |
From the opening minutes it appeared obvious the Golden State Warriors weren't prepared for Game 5 against the Houston Rockets, with Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green each struggling in a 131-116 defeat. | |||
| End of the Run? Steve Kerr’s Future & What’s Next for the Warriors | 19 Apr 2026 | 00:25:59 | |
Golden State's season is over — and now the real questions begin. What does the Warriors' elimination against the Suns on Friday mean, especially for Steve Kerr and his future after a late-game embrace sparked speculation. The front office will have plenty of decision to make this offseason, but much of it will be dictated by the outcome of something that's already less than a month away. Will this be a retool, a reset, or one last run with the core? | |||
| PLAYOFF JIMMY RETURNS, PODZ FIRES & DRAY COMES UP CLUTCH! (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:56:31 | |
A huge post-game live after the Golden State Warriors take a 3-1 series lead with a 109-106 win over the Houston Rockets at Chase Center on Monday night! | |||
| STEPH MASTERCLASS, GPII HEROICS & QUINTEN POST LEARNS TO REBOUND (WARRIORS V ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 27 Apr 2025 | 00:36:29 | |
The Golden State Warriors have taken a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets with a huge 104-93 win on Saturday night despite the absence of Jimmy Butler. | |||
| ALL ATTENTION TO JIMMY BUTLER'S HEALTH AFTER GAME 2 INJURY... (WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:33:50 | |
The Golden State Warriors suffered a 109-94 defeat to the Houston Rockets in Game 2 at Toyota Center on Wednesday night, but their main focus will be on the health of Jimmy Butler after the 6x All-Star left the game following a nasty fall in the first-quarter. | |||
| HOW GOLDEN STATE CAN TAKE DOWN HOUSTON IN FIRST-ROUND! (WARRIORS VS. ROCKETS SERIES PREVIEW) | 20 Apr 2025 | 00:38:57 | |
The 2025 NBA Playoffs are officially underway with a slate of four games that sprung some surprises on Saturday. After a brief look at those games, attention turns to a tantalizing first-round series between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets starting at Toyota Center on Sunday. What do the Warriors need to do to advance? Let me know your thoughts in the YouTube comments or via @pok252 on X/Twitter! | |||
| PLAYOFF JIMMY ARRIVES AS GOLDEN STATE CLINCH SEVENTH-SEED! (WARRIORS V GRIZZLIES POST-GAME LIVE) | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:40:10 | |
The Golden State Warriors have officially clinched the seventh-seed in the NBA's Western Conference, having held of a second-half fightback from the Memphis Grizzlies to record a 121-116 win at Chase Center. | |||
| PLAY-IN BECKONS FOR GOLDEN STATE AFTER OVERTIME HEARTBREAK... (WARRIORS V CLIPPERS POST-GAME LIVE) | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:50:04 | |
The Golden State Warriors will have to go through the Play-In Tournament to secure their playoff berth after a heartbreaking 124-119 loss to the L.A. Clippers on Sunday afternoon at Chase Center. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE'S PLAYOFF SCENARIO BECOMES VERY SIMPLE...(WARRIORS VS. TRAIL BLAZERS POST-GAME LIVE) | 12 Apr 2025 | 00:28:20 | |
After an uninspiring but comfortable 103-86 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night, the equation has become very simple for the Golden State Warriors -- win against the L.A. Clippers on Sunday and clinch the sixth-seed, or otherwise fall to seventh and host a Play-In game. | |||
| HARRISON BARNES SINKS GOLDEN STATE DOWN TO THE SEVENTH-SEED...(WARRIORS VS. SPURS POST-GAME LIVE) | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:27:02 | |
The Golden State Warriors have been left stunned by a buzzer-beating game-winning three from Harrison Barnes, with a 114-111 San Antonio Spurs victory at Chase Center dropping the hosts to the dreaded seventh-seed in the Western Conference standings. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE OBLITERATE PHOENIX, DENVER SHOCK AND WOLVES COLLAPSE! (WARRIORS V SUNS POST-GAME LIVE) | 09 Apr 2025 | 00:41:53 | |
On a huge day of NBA games and news, the Golden State Warriors handled business with a dominant 133-95 victory over the insipid Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on Tuesday night. | |||
| STEVE KERR SHOWS HIS PLAYOFF ROTATION HAND AS WARRIORS BLOW GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY | 07 Apr 2025 | 00:19:11 | |
A chance to jump into outright fourth in the Western Conference standings has gone begging for the Golden State Warriors, having had their five-game winning-streak snapped in a 106-96 loss to the Houston Rockets at Chase Center on Sunday. Stephen Curry's disastrous performance and Golden State's 20 turnovers may have been the biggest factors in the game, but it's Steve Kerr's rotation patterns that could be of most intrigue ahead of the postseason. | |||
| Steph Saves the Season + Suns Showdown Preview | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:27:46 | |
Just when the Warriors needed him again, Stephen Curry defied the odds to deliver another miracle against the L.A. Clippers that saves the Warriors season...for the moment. How did Curry and the Warriors overcome a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Clippers, and can they repeat the dose when they face the Suns in Phoenix on Friday? It's all broken down on this episode! | |||
| IT'S TIME TO START A NEW CONVERSATION ON STEPHEN CURRY, BRANDIN PODZIEMSKI AND THE WARRIORS... | 05 Apr 2025 | 00:22:48 | |
The Golden State Warriors faced a daunting back-to-back against the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, yet exited with two of their most impressive wins of the season to continue growing their playoff credentials. With Stephen Curry in red-hot form after a mammoth 125 points in the last three games, and Brandin Podziemski taking multiple steps towards future stardom, is it time to start talking about the Warriors as legitimate championship threats? | |||
| EPIC STEPH-LEBRON BATTLE, PODZ SCORCHING AND JK STATEMENT! (WARRIORS VS. LAKERS POST-GAME LIVE) | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:26:51 | |
Brandin Podziemski and Jonathan Kuminga were huge in the first-half, before another epic battle broke out between Stephen Curry and LeBron James in a massive game between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. | |||
| WE'RE ABOUT TO SEE THE REAL JIMMY BUTLER.... | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:25:42 | |
If the upcoming back-to-back wasn’t already big enough for the Golden State Warriors, the stakes only grew further thanks to the Denver Nuggets’ decision to rest all their key guys on Wednesday night. On this episode, a deep look at the current West standings, plus why tomorrow’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers might show us the real Jimmy Butler, and why it may change the narrative surrounding the Warriors’ playoff chances. | |||
| STEPH CURRY AND THE GOLDEN STATE VETS TAKE THE FIVE-SEED! (WARRIORS VS. GRIZZLIES POST-GAME LIVE) | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:30:47 | |
After going without a field-goal last time out in Memphis, Stephen Curry responded with a mammoth 12 threes and 52 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 134-125 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE STUNNINGLY EXPLODE FROM MINOR OFFENSIVE SLUMP! (WARRIORS VS. SPURS POST-GAME LIVE) | 31 Mar 2025 | 00:26:15 | |
A career-high seven 3-pointers from Brandin Podziemski helped the Golden State Warriors explode out of a recent offensive slump in a 148-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. | |||
| Stephen Curry reliance once again palpable in disastrous loss... (Warriors vs. Heat Post-game Live) | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:29:53 | |
Despite a huge build up to Jimmy Butler’s first game back in Miami, the Golden State Warriors fell meekly in a 112-86 blowout loss to the Heat at Kayesa Center. | |||
| The Jonathan Kuminga problem is getting worse…(Warriors vs. Hawks Post-Game Live) | 23 Mar 2025 | 00:30:41 | |
Jonathan Kuminga had a team-high 16 points for the Golden State Warriors on Saturday, yet found himself benched for the entirety of the fourth as the visitors fell to a 124-115 defeat to the Atlanta Hawks. | |||
| MAJOR STEPHEN CURRY SCARE OVERSHADOWS GOLDEN STATE WIN...(WARRIORS VS. RAPTORS POST-GAME LIVE) | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:40:01 | |
Jimmy Butler’s second triple-double with the Golden State Warriors has helped the hosts to a 117-114 victory over the Toronto Raptors at Chase Center on Thursday night. | |||
| GOLDEN STATE'S WORST AND MOST INEXPLICABLE LOSS OF THE SEASON...(WARRIORS V NUGGETS POST-GAME LIVE) | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:32:38 | |
Despite entering without 3x MVP Nikola Jokic, star guard Jamal Murray and a third key starter in Christian Braun, the Denver Nuggets rolled into Chase Center and produced a stunning 114-105 shock victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. | |||
| MOSES MOODY CONTINUES TO SHINE AS STEVE KERR MAKES HISTORY! (WARRIORS V KNICKS POST-GAME LIVE) | 16 Mar 2025 | 00:26:45 | |
Steve Kerr has become the winningest coach in Golden State Warriors history, with his team staving off the New York Knicks in a low-scoring, playoff-like game at Chase Center on Saturday night. | |||
| Controversial Lineup Move, Warriors Done with Another Youngster & What Happened to Jordan Poole? | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:31:06 | |
The Golden State Warriors had another shift in place prior to Sunday's game against the L.A. Clippers, and one that irked some fans as the team prepares for Wednesday's Play-In elimination game. Plus, are the Warriors done with another young player after this season, and what on earth has happened to Jordan Poole after finishing his season in New Orleans with another DNP? | |||
| GOLDEN STATE JUST UNLEASHED JONATHAN KUMINGA...(WARRIORS VS. KINGS POST-GAME LIVE) | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:43:59 | |
There were plenty of question marks ahead of Jonathan Kuminga's return to the Golden State Warriors, but they were emphatically answered on Thursday night as the talented forward went for 18 points in just 20 minutes as the hosts demolished the visiting Sacramento Kings 130-104. | |||
| JONATHAN KUMINGA’S RETURN IS THE FINAL PIECE OF THE WARRIORS PUZZLE! | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:36:57 | |
After a 31-game absence following a severe ankle sprain, Jonathan Kuminga will make his return to the Golden State Warriors when they host the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center on Thursday night. What can we expect from the talented young forward, and what may Steve Kerr's rotation look like upon Kuminga's return and once off a minutes restriction? | |||
| GPII CAREER-HIGH, JIMMY’S TRIPLE-DOUBLE AND QP SHOT-BLOCKING…(WARRIORS V BLAZERS POST-GAME LIVE) | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:39:30 | |
The Golden State Warriors have recorded their fifth-straight win and 12 in the last 14 games after fighting off a spirited comeback from the Portland Trail Blazers in the second-half at Chase Center on Monday night. | |||