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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?

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?

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!

Will the Golden State Warriors really be taking Wednesday's game against the L.A. Clippers as seriously as they could, or are they playing a longer game?

Then, we zoom out to the offseason. There’s growing buzz that Golden State could once again swing big in the star market, and a major recent report raises optimism of making a deal happen.

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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?

In this episode, we break down why Charles Bassey has created a difficult but good problem for Steve Kerr and the Warriors after another strong performance.

Plus, the comical rotation experiment that must and will now come to an end, and why the Warriors may already have to put an end to any dreams of another pursuit at Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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In this episode, we break down Golden State's latest roster upgrade and what it means for them moving forward. We dive into why De’Anthony Melton could be the ultimate X-Factor for the Warriors heading into the Play-In Tournament, and tackle the intense criticism directed towards Brandin Podziemski.

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Stephen Curry wasted no time providing a reminder of his greatness in his return against the Houston Rockets on Sunday, while restoring hope and optimism to the Golden State Warriors ahead of the Play-In Tournament.

The Warriors may have ultimately fallen to a 117-116 loss, but Curry brought a level of excitement and atmosphere inside Chase Center and around the world that simply wasn't seen during his 27-game absence.

Did the Golden State Warriors quietly admit their recent mistake in signing Charles Bassey to a 10-day contract on Sunday?

Plus, Stephen Curry’s return against the Rockets might just be delivering Giannis Antetokounmpo a message as the superstar forward fights the Milwaukee Bucks over his own playing status.

De'Anthony Melton is a valuable role player in the right situation, but the combination of injury and increased usage is making for some tough hoops to watch right now.

Not only is the veteran guard potentially costing himself millions ahead of free agency this summer, but he might also be costing the Warriors wins after another underwhelming performance against the Cavaliers on Thursday.

Stephen Curry is nearing a return from injury after a major update on Tuesday, but are the Warriors just him and themselves up for a potential playoff nightmare?

Can the Warriors afford to take the risk given the limited upside, especially considering they'll already be without Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody to start next season?

Before free agency even kicks off, the Golden State Warriors need to smartly prioritize a contract that could bolster their hopes of a deep playoff run next season.

This episode outlines why re-signing Kristaps Porzingis is the game-changer Golden State desperately needs, not just because of his own ability as demonstrated again on Sunday in Denver, but because of the painful alternative.

Stephen Curry is nearing a return from his runner's knee injury for a late season push, but is that actually the right move to be making given the Warriors remain 10th in the Western Conference and with seemingly little to play for?

Plus, updates on other injured Golden State players, and how much of the current rotation will even be on this roster heading into next season?

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The Golden State Warriors fell to their sixth loss in the last seven games on Wednesday night, suffering a 120-99 defeat to the Celtics in Boston.

Can the Warriors' slump to the 10th-seed by attributed purely to injuries, or is there more at play and a concerning offensive problem that must be addressed during the offseason?

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The Warriors held a 21-point lead over the Knicks in the second-quarter at MSG on Sunday, only for turnovers to once again prove costly in a 110-107 defeat.

What did Steve Kerr's fiery outburst at Will Richard in the second-quarter suggest about his future? That, the unfair criticism of Brandin Podziemski, and a whole lot more on this episode!

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Things were looking up for the Golden State Warriors last week when they produced a shock win over the Houston Rockets, before putting up an admirable effort against the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder.

That momentum and optimism has since been lost, with back-to-back defeats to tanking teams posing the question of where exactly the Warriors go next?

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There's an argument to be made for the Golden State Warriors to punt on the season and prioritize their draft lottery chances, but tell that to the players and Steve Kerr who produced one of their best wins of the season in Houston on Thursday.

All the major takeaways from the 115-113 victory, including notable performances from Brandin Podziemski, De'Anthony Melton, Al Horford and two-way contracted guard LJ Cryer.

The Golden State Warriors have got a massive steal with Gui Santos' new three-year, $15 million contract extension, leaving little downside or risk for the franchise on what appears like an incredibly team-friendly deal.

Unfortunately Saturday's good news didn't extend to the court, with the Warriors suffering a 129-101 loss to the Lakers that also brought a worrying update on Stephen Curry's knee injury.

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The Golden State Warriors got mixed results in their back-to-back against the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies, splitting the two games after contrasting offensive performances.

Did the Warriors, due to their short-handed rotation, just unearth their latest hidden gem in Malevy Leons? The two-way contract forward certainly impressed on both ends as the Warriors crushed the Grizzlies.

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The Golden State Warriors looked like they were going to waste an explosive first-half on Sunday afternoon against the Denver Nuggets, only to rally with a stunning fourth-quarter thanks in large part to the often maligned Brandin Podziemski.

All the major takeaways from one of the Warriors' best wins of the season, including Podziemski, how Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton are being wasted, and the Draymond Green problem Steve Kerr can no longer ignore.

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Kristaps Porzingis delivered a promising debut for the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, showcasing his offensive skillset with 12 points in 17 minutes.

However, there was a slight concern the Warriors are going to have to plan for with the veteran center moving forward, and so too with Draymond Green after another disastrous performance from the former Defensive Player of the Year.

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With 27 games remaining in the regular season and sitting eighth in the Western Conference standings, the Golden State Warriors will be looking to continue their playoff push despite the absence of 6x All-Star Jimmy Butler.

But who exactly can prove most vital in the Warriors lifting themselves off the canvas and threatening for a top six seed in the Western Conference?

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Stevie joins me on this episode to discuss the last three Warriors games since the trade deadline, and what they mean for the post All-Star break period when Stephen Curry and Kristaps Porzingis return.

Plus, the bold offseason decisions that Warriors will have to make, including which players they should be prioritizing as a host of key rotation members prepare to hit free agency.

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The Warriors suffered a 105-99 loss to the Lakers on Saturday night, but there were still positives to take from more strong performances from Moses Moody and Gui Santos.

Plus, will Lonzo Ball be added as the last player on the Golden State roster? Should we be frustrated given the former second overall pick's injury history and the already guard-heavy Warrior roster?

Jimmy Butler's torn ACL destroyed any hope the Warriors had of being a threat this season, but there's already a silver lining the franchise can take which continued in Thursday's stunning comeback win over the Phoenix Suns.

Plus, what does the Golden State rotation look like after the trade deadline and with the acquisition of veteran center Kristaps Porzingis?

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After days of hope and optimism on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the Golden State Warriors have ended up with veteran center Kristaps Porzingis in a deal that sends Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Atlanta Hawks.

Did the Warriors punt on their season with this underwhelming move, or is there still another move in play before Thursday's deadline?

With the Golden State Warriors pursuing a blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Draymond Green’s future hangs in the balance after nearly 14 years at the franchise.

Plus, what the Sacramento Kings’ acquisition of Deandre Hunter on Saturday means for Jonathan Kuminga’s destiny before the trade deadline.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has requested a trade (put in friendlier terms) -- do the Warriors have what it takes to get a deal done with the Milwaukee Bucks for the superstar forward?

What does Golden State's best offer actually look like, and would they truly have enough left over to compete for a championship as soon as this season?

The Golden State Warriors showed their blueprint to success in life without Jimmy Butler, putting up an impressive defensive display in a 111-85 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.

The reality remains that the Warriors are unlikely to do anything meaningful this season in the wake of Butler's injury, but could a blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo trade completely change that landscape?

With Jimmy Butler's season-ending injury putting Golden State's campaign into ruins, what can they possibly do before the trade deadline to salvage another year of Stephen Curry's prime?

Stevie joins me on this episode to discuss all the possibilities, including deals with the Mavericks, Nets, Kings, Pelicans, Jazz and more!

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De'Anthony Melton continues to go from strength-to-strength since his return from injury, dropping a season-high (and team-high) 24 points in Saturday night's win over the Charlotte Hornets.

But is the veteran guard also giving Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the Warriors front office some headaches as they explore Jonathan Kuminga trades leading into next month's deadline?

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Jonathan Kuminga is now officially trade eligible, meaning a massive Golden State Warriors trade could come at any moment. Who do the Warriors target though, and how far should they be willing to go to sacrifice the future for a win-now move?

Stevie joins me to discuss all the potential targets, including more chatter on Michael Porter Jr., Anthony Davis and some other names we haven't thrown up in recent weeks!

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Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler each went for 30 points on Sunday night against the Atlanta Hawks, but the Warriors still lacked the firepower in a 124-111 loss to the Hawks at Chase Center.

The lack of a genuine and consistent third scorer was once again glaringly exposed, leaving the Warriors needing to make an imminent trade for Michael Porter Jr. after the weekend's rumors.

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The Golden State Warriors recorded their eighth win in the past 11 games on Friday night against the Sacramento Kings, with their bench, led by De’Anthony Melton and Al Horford, continuing to look like a major strength.

Plus, more on Michael Porter Jr. trade chatter after Draymond Green's podcast comments certainly caused a stir on social media.

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When will Jonathan Kuminga be traded, and who will the former seventh overall pick be moved for? Stevie Ray joins me on this episode to discuss the possible answers to those questions, including bringing up a range of trade targets and the latest specifically on Anthony Davis, Trey Murphy III and Michael Porter Jr.

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The Golden State Warriors responded from Friday's blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder with a win over the Utah Jazz, having turned things around after Draymond Green's ejection late in the first-half.

Green's role on the team continues to be a talking point, and now even more so is the idea of moving the franchise legend in a blockbuster trade for 10x All-Star Anthony Davis.

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The Golden State Warriors have bounced back from Sunday's disastrous loss to the Toronto Raptors, overcoming a slow start in Brooklyn to claim a 120-107 against the Nets at Barclays Center.

Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler did their thing with 48 combined points, but it was the Warrior bench that got the job done as Steve Kerr utilized 13 players on the second night of a back-to-back.

The Golden State Warriors led by seven with less than two minutes to play against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, only to fall by 14 in a gut-wrenching overtime loss.

Turnovers again proved costly as the Warriors quite literally threw away another game, while Steve Kerr's rotations and the absence of Trayce Jackson-Davis also proved a big talking point from a 141-117 defeat that snaps a three-game winning streak.

The Golden State Warriors have recorded one of their more impressive wins of the season over the Orlando Magic, but it's been overshadowed by a fiery exchange between Draymond Green and Steve Kerr that saw the veteran forward head to the locker room and not return to the game.

While both Kerr and Green have both tried to downplay the incident, the bigger problem might be that the Warriors continue to look better without their defensive leader on the floor.

The Golden State Warriors snapped their three-game losing streak with a 119-116 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night, with rookie guard Will Richard making a statement in his return to the rotation.

Buddy Hield's removal from the rotation was a major talking point, and so too Draymond Green's ejection as the Warriors continue to canvas the trade market with further reports linking them to a trio of athletic big men.

The Golden State Warriors have had a few days off leading into Thursday's meeting with the Phoenix Suns, but that hasn't prevented more talking points around the team in regard to Steve Kerr's rotation comments and Joe Lacob's email leak.

How much should we read into what's been said, what does it mean for the rotation over the next month, and what about the possibility of a massive trade leading into the February deadline?

*I forgot to press publish on this episode at the same time it came out on YouTube, but still plenty of relevant discussion after Thursday's loss to the Suns.

Stephen Curry dropped 12 threes and 48 points in Portland on Sunday night, only for Golden State to still fall in a 136-131 defeat to the Trail Blazers.

So, who is to blame for the Warriors' latest disappointing defeat? The performances of veteran stars Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green are under the microscope, along with Steve Kerr's coaching as Golden State fall below .500 on the season.

The Golden State Warriors suffered another disappointing loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves at home on Friday, leading to more rotation and roster issues that simply need to be addressed.

How can Buddy Hield's role in the starting lineup be justified? Does Jimmy Butler need to be aggressive hunting his own shot? Answering those questions and a whole lot more on this episode!

Stevie Ray joins me again on the jam-packed episode to discuss a range of topics, including Pat Spencer's recent emergence and whether it's legitimate, Draymond Green's role moving forward, the guard rotation and Jonathan Kuminga's trade value.

Plus, the Warriors have again been linked to Trey Murphy III and Myles Turner, so what exactly would/should the front office put forth to acquire one of these players before the deadline?

The Golden State Warriors have recorded back-to-back impressive wins over the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls, renewing optimism despite the absences of Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.

There's now more rotation question marks for Steve Kerr as a number of lesser names step up, with Jonathan Kuminga already a notable casualty from the rotation on Sunday in the strongest sign yet that his career with the Warriors is coming to an end.

The Golden State Warriors produced a mammoth comeback effort in the fourth-quarter on Thursday, only to fall short in heart-breaking fashion in the final second.

All the takeaways from a game with plenty of positives and negatives, including the disappointment of Golden State's young players who again failed to step up without the veteran core.

Seth Curry dropped a major statement in his debut for the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, posting 14 points on 6-of-7 shooting in less than 18 minutes to pile the pressure on others within Steve Kerr's rotation.

That pressure will only heighten with the confirmed return of De'Anthony Melton against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, providing significant question marks on the state of the rotation going forward.

Stevie Ray is back on the podcast to dissect what he's seen from the Warriors over the past few weeks, along with what we can expect from the addition of Seth Curry and the imminent return of De'Anthony Melton.

We then dive into a deep trade discussion on various moves the Warriors could make ahead of the February deadline, and how far we'd be willing to go to acquire certain players.

Seth Curry is set to return to the Golden State Warriors on a rest of season deal, potentially bringing with it a raft of rotation and roster ramifications given underwhelming play from others over the first quarter of the campaign.

Which players could find themselves in trouble with the Curry signing and the imminent return of De'Anthony Melton, and how exactly do the Warriors prioritize this roster beyond Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler?

If a 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets wasn't disappointing enough for the Golden State Warriors, Stephen Curry will now be sent for an MRI after leaving Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets in the final minute.

Were there any positives to take from a meltdown against the short-handed Rockets, and how desperate could the Warriors get leading into the mid-season trade deadline?

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