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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 16h
The Warriors will start Steph Curry, Brandin Podziemski, Yaxel Lendeborg, Draymond Green and Al Horford in the preseason opener on Sunday against the Clippers. Here is Steve Kerr on what he likes about that five-man group
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 16h
Brandin Podziemski was the standout offensive player during the open portion of GSW scrimmage yesterday. Aggressive, finished through contact, hit a few jumpers. Steve Kerr: “Three days in, he’s had a great camp.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Warriors going through an open scrimmage in Hawaii right now with this lineup in the blue. Steph Curry Brandin Podziemski Yaxel Lendeborg Draymond Green Al Horford
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Steph Curry: "Knee's feeling great. Ready to go. No issues." He acknowledged there is a "management element" to it, but there are no limitations. "I feel a lot stronger and understanding of what I'm dealing with."
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Steph Curry on extending with the Warriors: “This is home. This is what we’ve built…Being able to finish the right way is a big part of what I can control.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely to open training camp with a health issue, per Warriors. Another immediate blow to their depth. Dunleavy on Porzingis: "I'm not marking him down as being out to start the season or anything like that. He's just not available this week."
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Three days before training camp, Steph Curry opted to give the Warriors $10 million in extra cap space flexibility next summer. His max was $65.7 million. He instead took $55.7 million. www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...
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Sources: Warriors, Curry reach 2-year extension worth $116 million
Warriors star Stephen Curry has agreed on a two-year, $116 million contract extension with the franchise, with a player option in 2028-29, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Steph Curry tells ESPN his unsettled extension will have no impact on his play or the team's vibe: "No drama. No talking points. This team should be competitive and go win." If he waits, it's about future flexibility: "Information and patience is key."
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Warriors' Stephen Curry says 'no drama' over unsettled contract
Warriors star Stephen Curry said his unsettled contract extension situation will have zero impact on his play or the team's vibe entering the season.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Quick NBA Today hit on Steph Curry, the Warriors and a schedule that includes 15 back-to-backs again
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
ESPN story from Mike Dunleavy’s media availability today on Steph Curry’s future, the Warriors regathering a 37-win team and the injury risks of an aged roster
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Curry still on track to finish career with Warriors, GM says
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy expressed confidence once again that Stephen Curry -- who is on an expiring deal this season -- will remain with the Warriors until he retires.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Yaxel Lendeborg went through the 2025 pre-draft process and said the Warriors told him he behaved "like a jackass" in his combine interview. He won them over with a matured approach after his season at Michigan. Steve Kerr's thoughts on Yaxel in here
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The Warriors are standing pat as the Curry era reaches another crossroads
LeBron James chose elsewhere, major upgrades never materialized and Golden State is again banking on continuity.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The Warriors are bringing back nearly the entirety of a core with durability question marks. Steve Kerr: “(Sometimes) not making a move can be the best thing to do for your future.” ESPN story on a stagnant summer
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The Warriors are standing pat as the Curry era reaches another crossroads
LeBron James chose elsewhere, major upgrades never materialized and Golden State is again banking on continuity.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
LeBron James made clear he prioritized winning a 2027 championship in his free agency decision. That left the Warriors well down the final list. Quick NBA Today reaction
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Steph Curry called it “premature” to discuss LeBron James to the Warriors but acknowledged the “allure” of it: “Him going into his 24th season, me into my 18th, the battles we’ve had, that would be such a unique story in NBA history, in sports history.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Quinten Post's three year, $30 million offer sheet in Memphis only had $9 million guaranteed (first season), but the Grizzlies laced it with unlikely incentives that hit apron calculations. Warriors decided overall price too rich. They aren't matching.
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Sources: Grizzlies land Post after Warriors pass on offer sheet
The Warriors will not match the three-year, $30 million offer sheet for reserve center Quinten Post, allowing the restricted free agent to join the Grizzlies.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
The Lakers are in the most active pursuit of unrestricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, but have not yet made an enticing enough offer for him to commit, per sources. Here’s the latest on Kuminga.
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Sources: Lakers continue pursuit of free agent Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers continue to pursue unrestricted free agent wing Jonathan Kuminga, but they have not yet given him an enticing enough offer to commit, sources told ESPN.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Darius Acuff wasn’t shy in his Kings summer league debut: 29 shots in 24 minutes. Made nine of them. Struggled from 3, had some shots blocked at the rim early, smooth in the mid range. Scored 25. Set up Nique Clifford for the game-winning 3 on his fourth assist with five seconds left.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Pair of relevant notes on Kristaps Porzingis' new contract, per sources. 1. Only $3 million is guaranteed for the second season. 2. He's immediately trade eligible because of the structure of the two-year, $40 million extension (no more than 5% raise between yrs 1 and 2).
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
The Warriors have been hesitant in past transaction cycles to trade for Anthony Davis due to contract/assets required. There’s also the Jimmy Butler side of the equation. Quick SportsCenter hit on a developing situation
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Yaxel Lendeborg: “They put my locker right next to Steph Curry. I know we got a lot of work to do to become best friends.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Al Horford talks to ESPN about his return to the Warriors on a two-year deal, becoming only the 13th player in NBA history to reach a 20th season. “It’s hard to believe.” Story with @shamscharaniaespn.bsky.social
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Al Horford says he's returning to Warriors, to play 20th season
Al Horford plans to return to the Warriors next season, he told ESPN. Sources say he intends to sign a two-year, $14 million contract once free agency begins next month.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Warriors have plenty of roster business ahead, but very possible 54th overall pick Lajae Jones becomes a stash or two-way candidate. They don't anticipate being as financially constricted as in past years, so 2nd round rookie minimum contract not as necessary. Could change.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Here’s Mike Dunleavy on the dynamic between him and Joe Lacob leading up to the draft: “He’s so into it.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Mike Dunleavy on his pre-pick interaction with Joe Lacob: “We got into it about the best golf course in San Francisco.” Later said there was some discussion about possible trades before they took Yaxel Lendeborg
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
The Warriors are taking Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th pick, per sources.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Here's the latest intel on the Warriors a week out from the draft and two weeks out from free agency.
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Everything we know about a pivotal Golden State Warriors offseason
From a lottery pick to the trade market, here's what we know about the Warriors' offseason plans.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Warriors are working out Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg tomorrow at Chase Center. Older prospect, bigger wing who is a theoretical plug-and-play option. He is a real option for them at #11. A few other lottery prospects expected in SF next week.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Sam Presti spoke for 100+ minutes today on a number of Thunder related topics, including the free throw conversation around SGA. "He drew 415 fouls this year. Eleven were challenged. Eleven. Four of those were overturned." ESPN story
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Thunder GM Sam Presti defends Chet Holmgren, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Thunder GM Sam Presti supported center Chet Holmgren following their disappointing playoff exit and hit back against the nagging criticism star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets for his foul-drawing.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
The Thunder’s roster cost a manageable $186.7 million this season. It’s currently projected to spike toward $250 million next season, deep into the second apron. ESPN story on the real question ahead for OKC and its ownership group
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Thunder's next test: How far will OKC go to keep its roster intact?
With extensions kicking in and a tax bill set to soar, major financial decisions loom for Oklahoma City's budding dynasty.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Here is some Devin Vassell sound from a lively Spurs shootaround this morning. He mentioned the Cavaliers-Warriors a decade ago as his most memorable Game 7. Feels like a similarly important result tonight for direction of league.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Steve Kerr is returning for his 13th season as Warriors head coach and was critical of his 12th season: “I have to be better.” ESPN story on Kerr and Mike Dunleavy’s press conferences this afternoon
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Kerr critical of coaching job, excited for return to Warriors
In his first media availability since deciding to return to the Golden State Warriors for a 13th season, Steve Kerr was critical of the job he did in his 12th season as the head coach.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Mike Dunleavy said the Warriors will look at all options with the 11th pick. Using it in a “strong draft” or: “If there’s offers for the pick to move up, move back, trade for a veteran player that can help us.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Mike Dunleavy: “This isn’t about the roster frankly. This year, I don’t think we came up short because of the talent on the roster. It was injuries and things we can control.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
The Warriors are losing their top two assistant coaches. Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse are departing the franchise, sources told ESPN. Their contracts expired and both are interested in pursuing head coaching opportunities. Full details here
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Sources: Warriors assistants Stotts, Stackhouse won't return
Warriors assistants Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse are both departing the franchise, league sources told ESPN.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Mike Conley on the non-suspension for Wembanyama: “I don’t think we thought about it at all. Once the ruling came down, we expected that. Move forward. We don’t want guys to miss games. We want to play against the best.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Here’s a quick NBA Today hit on the Steve Kerr negotiation and decision to return. Ultimately there was a consensus agreement that Kerr remains the right coach to help guide out the Steph Curry era. How it ends matters to the franchise.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
The Warriors stick at the 11th spot in the draft. They had a 9.4 percent chance of jumping into the top four, but no lottery luck. It's considered a deep draft. Still a high-value pick that could be used on an intriguing late lottery prospect or as a trade chip.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Steve Kerr is remaining with the Warriors on a two-year deal that keeps him as the highest paid coach in the NBA. Full ESPN story with @ShamsCharania and @ramonashelburne www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...
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Steve Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to remain with Warriors
Steve Kerr has agreed to a two-year contract to return as head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Dan Eveloff and Rick Smith of Priority Sports told ESPN on Saturday.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Jaden McDaniels on Victor Wembanyama: “He’s eight feet tall. He contests everything. He’s just good at his job.” “When I see myself on film next to him, he look tall as hell.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Pregame report from San Antonio. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are getting healthier and Chris Finch is lobbying for goaltend calls.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Anthony Edwards is cleared for Game 2. He played 25 minutes in Game 1. Chris Finch: “He might be able to play a few more minutes.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
The Timberwolves felt "at least four" of Victor Wembanyama's 12 blocks were goaltends. Chris Finch: "You know the value of eight points in an NBA game? That's 33 percent of his blocks." Rudy Gobert joked: "I want that type of treatment, too."
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Victor Wembanyama has six blocks his first 14 minutes of the series. Nikola Jokic had five total blocks over the six games vs Minnesota. Timberwolves facing some rim protection whiplash early.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Anthony Edwards (on a minutes restriction) is coming off the bench in Game 1. The Timberwolves are starting Mike Conley, Terrence Shannon Jr., Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle, Rudy Gobert.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Timberwolves list Anthony Edwards and Ayo Dosunmu as questionable for Game 1 vs Spurs tomorrow night. Edwards hasn't practiced yet, but is pushing to expedite recovery timeline. Hyperextension/bone bruise in left knee occurred eight days ago.
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Timberwolves list Anthony Edwards as questionable for Game 1
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was cleared for on-court activities and is questionable for Game 1 vs. the Spurs on Monday night.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Here’s the friendly postgame scene between the Nuggets and Timberwolves beginning with Jokic and McDaniels
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Nikola Jokic: “We just lost in the first round. I think we are far away.” Changes needed? “That’s not my decision. Definitely, if we were in Serbia, we would all be fired.”
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Ayo Dosunmu is a game-time decision for the Timberwolves, per Chris Finch. Showed up on the injury report this morning with right calf soreness. Kyle Anderson is out with an illness. Shorthanded Timberwolves trying to close out Nuggets.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Aaron Gordon has officially been ruled out tonight for Game 5 with his calf injury.
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Anthony Slater @anthonyvslater.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Nikola Jokic called his play in this series “average,” but it’s been far below his average. Career 56% FG Once shot 63% for full season Never below 47% in a playoff series This series vs Minnesota: 39% Against Gobert: 33% SportsCenter hit on the pressure Jokic faces
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