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Golden State Warriors

Offensive Floor General Key For Warriors?

November 26, 2012

Earlier this year the Warriors’ ownership and front office changes ultimately brought about the inevitable, and the backcourt pairing of Ellis and Curry came to an end when Ellis was dealt to the Milwaukee... »Read More

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NBA PM: Trade Changing Steph Curry’s Game

November 26, 2012

Steph Curry's role has changed in the wake of the Monta Ellis trade ... Ricky Rubio coming back early? ... Houston Rockets make some D-League call-ups ... »Read More

NBA Power Rankings Week Four

November 26, 2012

The Memphis Grizzlies climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with a league-best 9-2 record. »Read More

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Fantasy Focus: Waiver Wire Watch

November 24, 2012

Which players are hanging on the waiver wire for wise fantasy basketball owners to grab? HOOPSWORLD has the answers. »Read More

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NBA PM: LeBron James’ “Dream” Scenario

November 23, 2012

LeBron James' championship adjustment ... Carl Landry a key to Warriors' success ... Tyson Chandler says Knicks are ready to turn a corner defensively ... »Read More

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Team-by-Team Payroll Breakdown

November 22, 2012

The L.A. Lakers easily have the biggest payroll in the NBA. How do the remaining 29 teams compare? »Read More

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NBA PM: Some Tar Heel Mojo For Warriors?

November 21, 2012

Harrison Barnes helping change the culture for Golden State ... Spurs already behind the eight ball? ... What the Brooklyn Nets are still missing . . . »Read More

Warriors Aim To Break Decades-Long Drought

November 21, 2012

One of the ways you change the culture on a team is to draft players who come from winning programs, and the Warriors did just that when they made University of North Carolina swingman... »Read More

When Will Klay Thompson Find His Shot?

November 21, 2012

Warriors guard Klay Thompson did everything he could to appear “fine” after another rough performance. He shrugged his shoulders, kept a straight face, talked matter-of-factly. But when asked about the potential game-winner he missed... »Read More

Curry Takes Over in Win Against Mavs

November 20, 2012

Sometimes a player’s performance doesn’t quite sink in until a little bit after. Which is what Stephen Curry’s game against Dallas just did. The boxscore will say Curry had 31 points – on 9-for-21... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Three

November 19, 2012

The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More

Harrison Barnes, Mark Jackson Build Bond

November 18, 2012

Warriors coach Mark Jackson was floored. Out of nowhere last week, rookie forward Harrison Barnes expressed appreciation for the confidence Jackson has shown in him. “He thanked me for running plays for him,” Jackson... »Read More

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NBA Fantasy Focus: Best Of The Bench

November 17, 2012

When analyzing your fantasy basketball team, don’t forget to give due consideration to bench players; perhaps it’s time to recheck the waiver wire or propose a trade. »Read More

Bogut Undergoing Injection Treatment

November 16, 2012

Warriors center Andrew Bogut has been receiving injections in his surgically repaired left ankle while rehabilitating in Los Angeles, according to a Warriors official. Bogut went to SoCal to continue his rehab under the... »Read More

Andrew Bogut to Rehab in L.A.

November 15, 2012

Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut will be in the Los Angeles area during part of the team’s upcoming road trip to rehabilitate his surgically repaired left ankle. The team said Wednesday that Bogut... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week Two

November 12, 2012

The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More

When Will Andrew Bogut be 100%?

November 7, 2012

At first the team said (Andrew) Bogut would not play on his surgically repaired left ankle until it was 100 percent; but now he’s playing 20 minutes per game while it is clearly not.... »Read More

Entire Warriors Team Pays Visit to Rush

November 7, 2012

The Warriors practiced Tuesday and then took a bus to surprise injured swingman Brandon Rush at his house. Since they flew to Los Angeles on Nov. 2 — the night he was lost for... »Read More

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NBA Rookie Watch: November 6th

November 6, 2012

The NBA's Rookie of the Year race is off and running. Who has jumped out to an early lead? Are there any early surprises? »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week One

November 5, 2012

The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More

Warriors Aim for ‘Grimy’ Style of Play

November 5, 2012

The Warriors are bumping players that come through the lane. They are (trying to) holding their grown when being posted. They are swiping at the ball when people drive. They are committing the smart,... »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Teague Motivated By Contract Snub

November 4, 2012

The deadline to extend members of 2009 draft class has passed. Jeff Teague didn’t receive a new contract and he’s using the snub as motivation »Read More

Brandon Rush Tears ACL, Done For Season

November 4, 2012

The Golden State Warriors announced Saturday that an MRI exam on the team’s top reserve revealed a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Rush’s left knee. He will have season-ending surgery in the coming days.... »Read More

Andrew Bogut Frustrated With Limitations

November 3, 2012

“I’m being pushed and pulled from all angles,” Bogut told USA TODAY Sports late Friday night. “My agent, the doctors and trainers here, they want me playing (at full health) in February and March... »Read More

Rush Injured in Warriors Home Opener

November 2, 2012

Warriors forward Brandon Rush was knocked out of the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday with a left knee injury. On a play with 4:09 left in the first quarter, Rush went up... »Read More

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NBA PM: 10 NBA Tricks And Treats

November 1, 2012

Ten tricks and treats from Halloween night NBA action ... Wesley Johnson's big shot in Phoenix ... Michael Jordan wants the "Hornets" name back and has big plans for his team . . . »Read More

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NBA AM: Harden Explodes For The Rockets

November 1, 2012

James Harden put on a show in his Rockets debut... Terrence Jones is ready to be a pro... Some Extensions got done... Dell Demps denies Eric Gordon has one foot out in New Orleans...... »Read More

Golden State Warriors Extend Steph Curry

October 31, 2012

The Golden State Warriors have signed guard Stephen Curry to a multi-year contract extension, the team announced today.  Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not announced. “This is an exciting day for... »Read More

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50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 1)

October 31, 2012

Joel Brigham makes his annual list of 50 predictions for the upcoming NBA season. How will he do for 2012-13? »Read More

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Ranking the Western Conference

October 30, 2012

With the preseason in the books, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Western Conference teams. »Read More

Harrison Barnes Starting in Golden State?

October 27, 2012

Harrison Barnes might not put it exactly this way, but he made a strong closing argument in his case to land a spot in Golden State’s season-opening starting lineup. Barnes scored 16 points and grabbed seven... »Read More

Warriors Exercise Option on Thompson

October 25, 2012

The Golden State Warriors announced today that the team has exercised the third-year contract option on guard Klay Thompson, which is for the 2013-14 NBA season. Thompson, 22, appeared in all 66 games last... »Read More

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NBA AM: Extending The 2009 Draft Class

October 25, 2012

NBA teams have roughly six more days to reach deals with their 2009 draft picks, who is close to a deal?... NBA Teams have to get to 15 guys by Monday... NBA Chats at... »Read More

Golden State Warriors Waive Four

October 24, 2012

The Golden State Warriors have waived guards Carlon Brown and Tarence Kinsey, as well as forwards Lance Goulbourne and Rick Jackson, the team announced today. The Warriors now have 15 players under contract. »Read More

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Warriors Chasing Down Greatness

October 23, 2012

Mark Jackson expects the Golden State Warriors to chase down greatness this season. If healthy, they may very well be a playoff team. »Read More

Festus Ezeli Starting Until Bogut Returns

October 23, 2012

If Andrew Bogut’s injured left ankle does not allow him to begin the regular season Oct. 31, rookie Festus Ezeli will take Bogut’s place in the Warriors’ lineup until the Australian is healthy enough to start. Coach Mark Jackson made... »Read More

Bogut Progressing; No Timetable Set

October 21, 2012

Warriors center Andrew Bogut met with Dr. Richard Ferkel at the team’s practice in Los Angeles earlier today (October 20) for a scheduled follow-up consultation on Bogut’s surgically repaired left ankle. Following the examination,... »Read More

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Sunday Topic: Biggest Sleeper Team?

October 21, 2012

Which team is the biggest sleeper entering the 2012-13 NBA season? HOOPSWORLD's analysts weigh in. »Read More

Curry Hurts Surgically Repaired Ankle

October 20, 2012

Warriors star point guard Stephen Curry limped off the floor midway through the second quarter of a preseason win over the Portland Trail Blazers after hurting his surgically repaired right ankle Friday night. With... »Read More

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NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?

October 18, 2012

NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More

Festus Ezeli Getting Noticed with Bogut Out

October 18, 2012

Warriors coach Mark Jackson said starting center Andrew Bogut is a ways away from playing a preseason game, which raises questions about his status for the regular-season opener. On Monday when the Warriors travel... »Read More

Klay Thompson Headed to Next Level?

October 8, 2012

(Klay) Thompson was the Warriors’ best offensive player on Sunday night, finishing with 18 points on 7-of-11 shooting. “I was taking what the defense was giving me,” Thompson said. “If they were playing up... »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Hawks Searching For Small Forward

October 7, 2012

The Hawks traded long time starting small forward Marvin Williams this past summer and are searching for his replacement »Read More

David Lee: I Can Reach Another Level

October 7, 2012

Yes, the 29-year-old power forward (David Lee) is in his eighth year in the league. But he is rejuvenated. “He’s excited, talking a lot in practice,” point guard Stephen Curry said.  “He’s always going... »Read More

Can Stephen Curry Prove His Worth?

October 7, 2012

On the surface, it looks like a conflict of interest, but Warriors point guard Stephen Curry warns against buying into a negative outlook. Curry’s representatives and the Warriors’ front office have agreed to table... »Read More

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NBA PM: “High-Spirited” Rivalry In Los Angeles

October 5, 2012

Chauncey Billups says this year's LA Clippers team will make some noise ... Mark Jackson not guaranteeing playoffs for Warriors ... Roy Hibbert ready for the next challenge ... »Read More

Bogut Dunking; Close to Full Action?

October 5, 2012

Andrew Bogut looked quite spry doing about 45 minutes of individual work after practice, including some of the first dunking since he broke his ankle last season. He ended one running drill by dunking... »Read More

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The Battle for the Eighth Seed – West

September 30, 2012

In what is expected to be a stacked conference once again this season, which teams are in the hunt for the final playoff spot in the West? »Read More

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NBA Preseason Power Rankings

September 29, 2012

The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews

September 28, 2012

A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More

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Best Of Videos: Mark Jackson

September 28, 2012

Over the summer HOOPSWORLD talked to over 100 prospects, players, coaches, and front office personnel. Over the next few weeks leading into the start of the regular season we’re going to be re-releasing some... »Read More

Warriors GM Disappointed in Biedrins?

September 28, 2012

Warriors general manager Bob Myers met with the local media for about an hour Thursday, five days before the start of training camp. He spent the majority of his time dealing with and offered... »Read More

Warriors’ Myers: ‘We’re good on paper’

September 28, 2012

Warriors general manager Bob Myers likes to read poetic and insightful quotes to ease his worrisome mind. Thursday, he shared a sonnet by Ralph Waldo Emerson. “Basically,” he explained after his fidgety recital, “it... »Read More

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NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations

September 27, 2012

A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More

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NBA AM: Grizzlies Sale Still Moving Along

September 27, 2012

It has been a few months, but Grizzlies' owner Michael Heisley says the process of selling the team continues... Mark Jackson pledged his support of Steph Curry... NBA Chats at 10:30am and 3:00pm EST »Read More

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NBA PM: Curry Hopes To Stay With Warriors

September 26, 2012

Steph Curry likes the Warriors' chances and hopes for a contract extension ... How age impacts NBA championships ... Darrell Arthur latest name to hit the injured list ... »Read More

Ranking The Impact Players On New Teams

September 21, 2012

Many NBA teams have added new players for the coming season. Which of these acquisitions will make the biggest impact? »Read More

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NBA AM: Banking On Bogut’s Health Is Risky

September 21, 2012

The Golden State Warriors are thinking playoffs but that ambition will come down to the health of Andrew Bogut »Read More

When Will Andrew Bogut Return to Action?

September 21, 2012

The Warriors just announced that Stephen Curry (right ankle) has been medically cleared for all basketball activity after a check-up with his Southern California surgeon. Andrew Bogut is on a slightly different timetable with... »Read More

Steph Curry Receives Medical Clearance

September 20, 2012

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has received full medical clearance to resume all basketball-related activities, including five-on-five scrimmages, following an examination on his surgically repaired right ankle by Dr. Richard Ferkel earlier today... »Read More

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NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million

September 20, 2012

The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More

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NBA AM: Some Coaches Need To Win Now

September 14, 2012

With the 2012-2013 NBA season just around the corner, there are some coaches who need to win and win now... The money has dried up in the NBA... Is Tony DiLeo on tap for... »Read More

Source: Renfroe to Join Warriors’ Camp

September 14, 2012

Alex Renfroe is close to signing a non-guaranteed deal with the Golden State Warriors for the training camp, a source told Sportando. via E. Carchia of Sportando »Read More

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2012-2013 Golden State Warriors Season Preview

September 13, 2012

With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 Golden State Warriors. »Read More

Andrew Bogut to Play Opening Night?

September 12, 2012

Golden State Warriors fans have yet to see the guy in uniform who just might be the team’s most important player, but they can take some comfort in knowing that center Andrew Bogut is... »Read More

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